Ankeny boys' tennis coach Randy Daniels knew that it would be difficult for his team to duplicate last year's victory over Ankeny Centennial. He was right. The Jaguars won all but the No. 6 singles match and cruised to a 10-1 win over Ankeny on Thursday at the Prairie Ridge courts. "I knew they were going to be tough," Daniels said. "I've known a … [Read more...] about Jaguars roll past Ankeny boys, avenge last year’s loss
Centennial girls top Hawkettes while raising more than $500 for ACS
While Ankeny's crosstown rivals battled on the tennis court Thursday, the two schools also managed to raise some money for the American Cancer Society. It was the annual Pink Out event at the Prairie Ridge courts, where the Ankeny Centennial girls' team rolled to an 11-0 victory over Ankeny. "Centennial's a tough team, but the main thing is that we had … [Read more...] about Centennial girls top Hawkettes while raising more than $500 for ACS
Hawks overcome adversity, beat Johnston for 6th straight win
With arguably its best player on the sidelines, the Ankeny boys' soccer team rallied for a huge road victory on Tuesday. The sixth-ranked Hawks overcame a 2-1 deficit to beat No. 8 Johnston, 3-2, in a non-conference game. They played without junior Kolby Raineri, who was forced to sit out after receiving a red card during a win at Dowling Catholic on … [Read more...] about Hawks overcome adversity, beat Johnston for 6th straight win
Ankeny girls dominate 2nd half in 3-0 victory over No. 5 Johnston
A halftime adjustment paid off in a big way for the Ankeny girls' soccer team on Tuesday. The ninth-ranked Hawkettes scored three goals in the second half to defeat No. 5 Johnston, 3-0, in a non-conference game at Ankeny. "We tactically made a big adjustment that the girls responded to very well," said Ankeny coach Dan Bersch, whose team improved its … [Read more...] about Ankeny girls dominate 2nd half in 3-0 victory over No. 5 Johnston
Hawkettes top East, even record at 2-2
The Ankeny girls' tennis team evened its overall record at 2-2 with an 8-3 victory at Des Moines East in a non-conference meet on Tuesday. The Hawkettes won five of the six singles matches, then added three more wins in doubles. The loss dropped the Scarlets to 1-2 on the season. "It was a great night for our girls," said Ankeny coach Katie Owens. "It … [Read more...] about Hawkettes top East, even record at 2-2
Jaguars, Hawkettes participate in ‘one of the most competitive meets around’
Some of the state's top girls' track talent was on display Tuesday in the Jim Duea Invitational at Ames. Waukee scored 200 points to win the meet for the fourth straight year, but several other CIML teams also had impressive showings. Ankeny Centennial and Dowling Catholic tied for second with 101 points, while Ankeny placed fifth in the nine-team field … [Read more...] about Jaguars, Hawkettes participate in ‘one of the most competitive meets around’
Hawks post 11-0 shutout over East, improve to 2-0
The Ankeny boys' tennis team lost only two sets en route to an 11-0 victory over visiting Des Moines East on Tuesday. The Hawks improved their record to 2-0. The Scarlets dropped to 1-3. "I was happy with the way our guys came out and played," said Ankeny coach Randy Daniels. "If they fell behind, they just did what it took to get back on … [Read more...] about Hawks post 11-0 shutout over East, improve to 2-0
Centennial boys survive upset bid by Huskies
On some nights, the Ankeny Centennial boys' soccer team just finds a way to win. Tuesday was one of those games as the third-ranked Jaguars got a pair of goals from Will Overberg and posted a 2-1 victory at Des Moines Hoover in a non-conference contest. The win improved Centennial's record to 6-0. The Huskies dropped to 2-3. "A win is a win," said … [Read more...] about Centennial boys survive upset bid by Huskies
Gutknecht erupts for 4 goals in Jaguars’ rout over Hoover
On Friday night, the Ankeny Centennial girls' soccer team was unable to find the net in a season-opening loss to top-ranked Waukee. That wasn't a problem on Tuesday. The third-ranked Jaguars scored early and often and went on to defeat visiting Des Moines Hoover, 12-0, in a non-conference game that was halted at halftime due to the mercy rule. "The … [Read more...] about Gutknecht erupts for 4 goals in Jaguars’ rout over Hoover
Jaguars edge Ankeny for 2nd place at Fred Smith Hawk Relays
The battle for second place in the Fred Smith Hawk Relays on Tuesday came down to the wire. Ankeny held a one-point lead over crosstown rival Ankeny Centennial going into the final event, but the Jaguars then took second in the 4x400 relay--while the Hawks finished fourth--and that allowed Centennial to earn runner-up honors with 82 points. Ankeny took … [Read more...] about Jaguars edge Ankeny for 2nd place at Fred Smith Hawk Relays
Centennial boys cruise past Mohawks, match last year’s win total
It only took five dual meets for the Ankeny Centennial boys' tennis team to match its win total from last year. The Jaguars rolled to a 10-1 victory over visiting Mason City on Tuesday to raise their record to 4-1. They finished with a 4-7 mark a year ago. "After losing to Mason City 10-1 last year, we turned the tables on them," said Centennial coach … [Read more...] about Centennial boys cruise past Mohawks, match last year’s win total
Centennial’s Moss is the state’s top hurdler
The senior easily won the 110 hurdles at the Fred Smith Hawk Relays on Tuesday and is favored to win the event at next week's Drake Relays. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pSOIl0bE0Fs … [Read more...] about Centennial’s Moss is the state’s top hurdler
Blimpie Sub of the Week: Max Acheampong, Ankeny boys’ soccer
Max Acheampong of the Ankeny boys' soccer team is the Ankeny Fanatic Sub of the Week sponsored by Blimpie. The senior has helped Ankeny to a 6-1 record and a No. 6 ranking in Class 3A. The Hawks posted a 3-2 victory at No. 8 Johnston on Tuesday to extend their winning streak to six games. Acheampong has scored three goals this season. All three of them … [Read more...] about Blimpie Sub of the Week: Max Acheampong, Ankeny boys’ soccer
Ankeny golfers fall to Ames on home course
The Ankeny girls' golf team struggled on its home course Tuesday and dropped a 213-228 decision to Ames in a CIML Central Conference dual meet at Otter Creek. The meet was played even though there was some snow on the golf course. The Hawkettes, who fell to 0-2 in the conference, have not been able to practice for several days due to bad weather. "This … [Read more...] about Ankeny golfers fall to Ames on home course
Centennial girls drop 6-5 decision at Boone
The Ankeny Centennial girls' tennis team suffered a 6-5 loss at Boone in a non-conference meet on Tuesday. After the two teams split the six singles matches, Boone won three of the five doubles contests to even its record at 2-2. It was the third straight loss for the Jaguars, who dropped to 2-3 on the season. "There was some outstanding play," said … [Read more...] about Centennial girls drop 6-5 decision at Boone
After coach departs, Kasperbauer leaves Truman State for Kirkwood
When Hunter Strait signed a letter of intent to play for Truman State, the Ankeny Centennial point guard thought he was going to be reunited on the basketball court with former teammate Connor Kasperbauer. Now, the reunion appears to be off. Kasperbauer has decided to transfer to Kirkwood Community College in Cedar Rapids. His departure came after … [Read more...] about After coach departs, Kasperbauer leaves Truman State for Kirkwood
Centennial to host Creighton vs. Wisconsin volleyball scrimmage on Sunday
A scrimmage between NCAA Division I volleyball powers Creighton and Wisconsin will be held on Sunday at Ankeny Centennial, beginning at 1 p.m. Admission is free. Creighton's roster includes former Ankeny standout Megan Ballenger and former Centennial star Jaali Winters. They helped the Bluejays to their fourth consecutive Big East Conference … [Read more...] about Centennial to host Creighton vs. Wisconsin volleyball scrimmage on Sunday
Revive Clinic and Spa Preps of the Week: Caroline Price (Ankeny) and Lauren Sease (Centennial), girls’ golf
Sophomore Lauren Sease led the Ankeny Centennial girls' golf team to a first-place finish in the Centennial Invitational on Wednesday at Briarwood, while junior Caroline Price helped Ankeny to a third-place finish. Sease carded a 90 to earn medalist honors, edging Ankeny freshman Jaci Webb by three shots. She helped the Jaguars to a 28-stroke victory over … [Read more...] about Revive Clinic and Spa Preps of the Week: Caroline Price (Ankeny) and Lauren Sease (Centennial), girls’ golf
No. 1 Waukee wins shootout, spoils Jaguars’ debut on home turf
Two of the state's best girls' soccer teams collided on Friday night at Ankeny Centennial's new turf field. It was almost fitting that the game was decided by a shootout. Top-ranked Waukee got two big saves from goalkeeper Emily LeVere and eventually won the shootout, 4-3, to post a 1-0 victory over No. 3 Centennial in a CIML Central Conference … [Read more...] about No. 1 Waukee wins shootout, spoils Jaguars’ debut on home turf
Centennial boys waste no time en route to 11-0 victory
As the weather conditions quickly deteriorated on Friday afternoon, the Ankeny Centennial boys' tennis players wanted to get off the court as soon as possible. The Jaguars accomplished their goal by rolling to an 11-0 victory over visiting Urbandale in a non-conference meet. They won all 11 matches in straight sets while improving their record to 3-1 on … [Read more...] about Centennial boys waste no time en route to 11-0 victory