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Whitaker’s goal sparks Hawkettes to 2-0 win at Urbandale

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It didn't take long for Riley Whitaker to make an impact for the Ankeny girls' soccer team. The Iowa recruit scored a goal midway through the first half to spark the ninth-ranked Hawkettes to a 2-0 victory at Urbandale in their season opener on Thursday. It was the first high school game for the senior, who has previously played for the Iowa Rush club … [Read more...] about Whitaker’s goal sparks Hawkettes to 2-0 win at Urbandale

Ankeny freshman Schrader commits to play volleyball for Notre Dame

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Last Sunday, the Notre Dame women's basketball team captured the NCAA Division I national championship. Perhaps someday Phyona Schrader will lead the Irish to a national title in volleyball. The Ankeny High School freshman verbally committed earlier this week to play for Notre Dame, beginning in the 2021 season. The 15-year-old Southview Middle School … [Read more...] about Ankeny freshman Schrader commits to play volleyball for Notre Dame

Centennial edges Ankeny during season-opening rugby tournament

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The Ankeny High School Rugby Club kicked off the opening night for boys' rugby across the state last weekend. Teams attending the tournament included Ankeny, Ballard, Centennial, Denver, Hoover, Lincoln, Madison County, Van Meter and Waverly-Shell Rock. Centennial, led by captains Spencer Hilbert and Lane Pruisner, opened the night against non-conference … [Read more...] about Centennial edges Ankeny during season-opening rugby tournament

Jaguars defeat 3 opponents at Iowa City West Invitational

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The Ankeny Centennial boys' soccer team will take a 3-0 record into Friday's game at Norwalk. The Jaguars won all three of their games at the blustery Iowa City West Invitational last weekend, beginning with a 1-0 shootout victory over defending Class 3A state champion Iowa City West on Friday. "Overall, it was a good learning weekend with good … [Read more...] about Jaguars defeat 3 opponents at Iowa City West Invitational

Ankeny boys’ soccer team rebounds from season-opening loss

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When the Ankeny boys' soccer team opened its season on Friday with a 3-1 loss to Iowa City High at the Iowa City West Invitational, it turned out to be a blessing in disguise. The Hawks have since reeled off three consecutive victories heading into Thursday's home game against Des Moines Hoover. "Losing our first game to City High was the best thing … [Read more...] about Ankeny boys’ soccer team rebounds from season-opening loss

Blimpie Sub of the Week: Cambri Mason, Ankeny girls’ soccer

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Cambri Mason of the Ankeny girls' soccer team is the Ankeny Fanatic Sub of the Week sponsored by Blimpie. The junior midfielder, who is currently home-schooled, is a two-year letterwinner for the Hawkettes. She also plays basketball for Ankeny Christian Academy. "After not being initially elected to the varsity team after player placements her freshmen … [Read more...] about Blimpie Sub of the Week: Cambri Mason, Ankeny girls’ soccer

Revive Clinic and Spa Prep of the Week: Logan Scheer, Ankeny boys’ tennis

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Logan Scheer is the Ankeny Fanatic prep of the week sponsored by Revive Clinic and Spa. The senior is the top returning player for the Ankeny boys' tennis team. Scheer helped the Hawks to a 6-6 record last year. He placed fourth in singles at a Class 2A district tournament. Here is some inside info on Scheer: How are the practices going thus … [Read more...] about Revive Clinic and Spa Prep of the Week: Logan Scheer, Ankeny boys’ tennis

Jaguars post 2nd-fastest time in school history in distance medley relay

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The Ankeny Centennial boys' track team raced to a pair of impressive victories at the Waukee Early Bird Invitational on Friday. The Jaguars easily won the distance medley relay by more than 10 seconds. The foursome of Avery Gates, Josh Decker, Brendan Hoy and Camden Cox was clocked in 3:35.96, the second-fastest time in school history. Centennial's … [Read more...] about Jaguars post 2nd-fastest time in school history in distance medley relay

Loaded Centennial girls’ soccer team earns No. 4 preseason ranking

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There's at least a dozen reasons why the Ankeny Centennial girls' soccer team is ranked fourth in the Class 3A preseason rankings by the Iowa Girls' High School Athletic Union. That's how many Jaguars have already committed to play soccer at the collegiate level. Several of them are headed to Division I schools, and they're also the foundation of … [Read more...] about Loaded Centennial girls’ soccer team earns No. 4 preseason ranking

Jaguars win 9 events, Hawks take 3 at Ram Invitational

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The Ankeny Centennial boys' track team had nine first-place finishes and Ankeny added three more in the Ram Invitational on Tuesday at Southeast Polk. The Jaguars won five of the seven relays and placed second in the other two. They were originally slated to compete at Nevada, but that meet was cancelled. "We were fortunate Southeast Polk allowed us to … [Read more...] about Jaguars win 9 events, Hawks take 3 at Ram Invitational

Ankeny girls’ tennis team to rely on multi-sport athletes

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Two of the best players on the Ankeny girls' tennis team spend most of their time focusing on other sports. Senior Alexis Legg also plays for the Ankeny girls' soccer squad during the spring. She will play that sport in college at Augustana (S.D.). "(Legg) has so much to balance," said Ankeny girls' tennis coach Katie Owens. "But she is awesome at … [Read more...] about Ankeny girls’ tennis team to rely on multi-sport athletes

Ankeny’s Flatness, Robran earn runner-up finishes at Waukee Early Bird Invite

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When the Johnston Invitational girls' track meet was cancelled on Tuesday, Ankeny Centennial coach Andrew Kruzich went looking for another meet that had room for the Jaguars. Fortunately for Kruzich, the Waukee Early Bird Invitational came through with an open spot. That allowed the Jaguars and crosstown rival Ankeny to begin the outdoor season at the … [Read more...] about Ankeny’s Flatness, Robran earn runner-up finishes at Waukee Early Bird Invite

Blimpie Sub of the Week: Hannah Watson, Ankeny Centennial girls’ tennis

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Senior Hannah Watson of the Ankeny Centennial girls' tennis team is the Ankeny Fanatic Sub of the Week sponsored by Blimpie. Watson and the Jaguars will open their season on April 3 at Urbandale. "Hannah has always been a great hustler and put forth a lot of effort over the years--on and off the court," said Centennial coach Emily Phommachack. … [Read more...] about Blimpie Sub of the Week: Hannah Watson, Ankeny Centennial girls’ tennis

Jaguars return 5 varsity regulars, led by state placewinner Lewton

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Ankeny Centennial girls' tennis coach Emily Phommachack won't have any trouble filling the positions in her varsity lineup. Determining which girls to put in which spots, however, is going to be a challenging task. "As of Friday, I officially have 102 players out for the team--the most I've had in my 13 years of coaching," said Phommachack. "My goal … [Read more...] about Jaguars return 5 varsity regulars, led by state placewinner Lewton

‘Together We Soar’: Hawkettes look to blend talented newcomers with strong returning cast

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A year ago, Chloee Kooker was one of the state's most prolific offensive players, accounting for nearly 40 percent of the Ankeny girls' soccer team's goals. Kooker racked up 25 goals and nine assists while leading the Hawkettes to an 11-8 record. The Indiana State recruit was named to the Class 3A all-state second team by the Iowa Girls' Coaches … [Read more...] about ‘Together We Soar’: Hawkettes look to blend talented newcomers with strong returning cast

Revive Clinic and Spa Prep of the Week: Peter Gaspari, Ankeny boys’ soccer

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Peter Gaspari is the Ankeny Fanatic prep of the week sponsored by Revive Clinic and Spa. The senior is one of the top returnees for the Ankeny boys' soccer team. Gaspari scored a team-high seven goals and also had three assists last season, helping the Hawks to an 8-11 record. He received all-conference honorable mention. Here is some inside info on … [Read more...] about Revive Clinic and Spa Prep of the Week: Peter Gaspari, Ankeny boys’ soccer

Jaguars look to bounce back from their first losing season

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A run of three consecutive winning seasons came to an end last year for the Ankeny Centennial boys' tennis team, which struggled to a 4-7 record during a rebuilding campaign. Now, Centennial coach Tami Lewton is hoping for a bounce-back year in 2018. "We are really hoping to improve on our record from last season," Lewton said. "We graduated a ton of … [Read more...] about Jaguars look to bounce back from their first losing season