When the boys' state soccer tournament gets under way on Thursday at Cownie Soccer Complex in Des Moines, fans of both Ankeny teams will get a chance to see two games for the price of one. Sixth-ranked Ankeny (15-4) and No. 8 Ankeny Centennial (15-4) will be playing Class 3A quarterfinal games on nearby fields. The Hawks and Jaguars could potentially meet … [Read more...] about Hawks, Jaguars gear up for state tournament openers on Thursday
Alex Keninger
Hinners’ saves, Keninger’s kick send Jaguars to state for first time since 2015
When Mitch Hinners woke up on Saturday morning, he had no idea he would play such a pivotal role for the Ankeny Centennial boys' soccer team in its quest for a berth in the Class 3A state tournament. His diving saves, though, were a driving force for the eighth-ranked Jaguars in their 1-0 shootout victory over No. 14 Des Moines Lincoln in a substate final … [Read more...] about Hinners’ saves, Keninger’s kick send Jaguars to state for first time since 2015
Jaguars hold off Marshalltown for 2-1 victory in substate opener
A solid first half turned out to be just enough on Wednesday for the Ankeny Centennial boys' soccer team to keep its season alive. The eighth-ranked Jaguars built a 2-0 halftime lead against visiting Marshalltown in a Class 3A substate semifinal, then held off the Bobcats in the second half to post a 2-1 victory that was too close for comfort. "The … [Read more...] about Jaguars hold off Marshalltown for 2-1 victory in substate opener
Jaguars roll past Fort Dodge in regular-season finale
The Ankeny Centennial boys' soccer team celebrated its Senior Night on Tuesday with a 9-0 victory over visiting Fort Dodge. Will Overberg scored a pair of goals and also had two assists as the sixth-ranked Jaguars closed out the regular season with a 13-4 record. They will now have a week off before opening substate play. The loss was the 11th in a row … [Read more...] about Jaguars roll past Fort Dodge in regular-season finale
Revive Clinic and Spa Prep of the Week: Alex Keninger, Ankeny Centennial boys’ soccer
Senior Alex Keninger has helped the Ankeny Centennial boys' soccer team to a 12-4 record and a No. 6 ranking in Class 3A. He scored the game-winning goal during a shootout to give the Jaguars a 1-0 victory at No. 11 Waukee on Friday. Keninger has started all 16 games, racking up seven goals and four assists. He has committed to play for Wartburg College … [Read more...] about Revive Clinic and Spa Prep of the Week: Alex Keninger, Ankeny Centennial boys’ soccer