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Caleb Peterson

After Drake coach departs, Centennial’s Peterson decides to play for Iowa Central

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Ankeny Centennial boys' tennis standout Caleb Peterson is heading to Fort Dodge on Monday to begin his college career at Iowa Central Community College. Peterson decided to go the junior college route after previously considering Drake. "I feel like it was somewhat of an easy decision with my other option Drake losing their coach and Iowa Central being … [Read more...] about After Drake coach departs, Centennial’s Peterson decides to play for Iowa Central

‘It feels amazing’: Peterson siblings capture Class 2A state coed tennis title

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It was only a matter of time before Ankeny Centennial's Abbie and Caleb Peterson won a state tennis title. On Tuesday, the Peterson siblings did it together. The duo posted a 6-1, 7-5 victory over Andrea Porubcin and Robert Matera of Bettendorf to win the Class 2A state coed championship. The tournament began in Marshalltown but was later moved indoors … [Read more...] about ‘It feels amazing’: Peterson siblings capture Class 2A state coed tennis title

‘I’m proud of my accomplishment’: ACHS star ends career with runner-up finish

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For the second time in three years, an Ankeny Centennial senior advanced to the championship match in the Class 2A singles bracket at the boys' state tennis tournament before having to settle for runner-up honors. Top-seeded Caleb Peterson dropped a 6-3, 6-3 decision to second-seeded Kaden Taylor of Waukee Northwest on Wednesday at the Hawkeye Tennis … [Read more...] about ‘I’m proud of my accomplishment’: ACHS star ends career with runner-up finish

‘I’m really excited’: After slow start, Peterson cruises into Class 2A title match

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Ankeny Centennial's Caleb Peterson is one win away from becoming the first state tennis champion in Ankeny's history. The top-seeded senior rolled to a 6-2, 6-0 victory over Anthony Schulte of Cedar Rapids Prairie in the semifinals of the boys' Class 2A singles tournament on Wednesday morning at the Hawkeye Tennis & Recreation Center in Iowa City. He … [Read more...] about ‘I’m really excited’: After slow start, Peterson cruises into Class 2A title match

Peterson quickly disposes of first two opponents at Class 2A singles tourney

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Ankeny Centennial senior Caleb Peterson was hoping to get off the courts as quickly as possible during the opening day of the boys' state tennis tournament on Tuesday. Mission accomplished. The top-seeded Peterson won his first two matches in the Class 2A singles division without dropping a game at the University of Iowa Tennis Complex in Iowa City. He … [Read more...] about Peterson quickly disposes of first two opponents at Class 2A singles tourney

‘Caleb was amazing’: Peterson captures district crown, earns 3rd berth to state

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Ankeny Centennial's Caleb Peterson is headed to the boys' Class 2A state tennis tournament for the third straight year. The top-seeded Peterson rolled to a district singles title on Monday at Ames, losing a total of just two games on the day. The senior posted a 6-0, 6-2 win over third-seeded Micah Flaherty of Fort Dodge in the final to raise his record … [Read more...] about ‘Caleb was amazing’: Peterson captures district crown, earns 3rd berth to state

Peterson outlasts NW’s Taylor, likely secures No. 1 seed for state tourney

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Ankeny Centennial senior Caleb Peterson didn't want to lose what will be his final high school tennis match at the Prairie Ridge courts. Peterson rallied from a one-set deficit to beat Waukee Northwest's Kaden Taylor in a matchup of undefeated players on Thursday. He posted a 4-6, 7-5, 10-2 victory. The win followed Peterson's triumph over Waukee's … [Read more...] about Peterson outlasts NW’s Taylor, likely secures No. 1 seed for state tourney

Peterson defeats Waukee’s Monson, but Jaguars suffer another 6-5 loss

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Although the Ankeny Centennial boys' tennis team dropped a 6-5 decision at Waukee on Monday, the Jaguars got a big victory from Caleb Peterson at No. 1 singles. Peterson posted a 6-0, 7-6 win over Quinn Monson in a matchup of two of the state's top players. Monson placed fourth in the Class 2A singles tournament a year ago, finishing one spot ahead of … [Read more...] about Peterson defeats Waukee’s Monson, but Jaguars suffer another 6-5 loss

Ankeny Fanatic Prep of the Week: Caleb Peterson, Centennial boys’ tennis

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Ankeny Centennial senior Caleb Peterson is considered one of the favorites to win the boys' Class 2A state tennis title this season. He has compiled a 10-0 record in singles, winning most of those matches by scores of 6-0, 6-0. Peterson has also racked up a 12-1 mark in doubles while playing with three different partners. He is 6-1 with Nick Hiney and 3-0 … [Read more...] about Ankeny Fanatic Prep of the Week: Caleb Peterson, Centennial boys’ tennis

‘It was a good start to the season’: Jaguars post 7-4 victory over Norwalk

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The Ankeny Centennial boys' tennis team opened its season on Tuesday with a 7-4 victory over visiting Norwalk in a non-conference meet at the Prairie Ridge courts. The Jaguars won four of the six singles matches to build a 4-2 lead. They sealed the triumph by winning three of the five doubles matches. "There were some great matches," said Centennial … [Read more...] about ‘It was a good start to the season’: Jaguars post 7-4 victory over Norwalk

Peterson places 5th in Class 2A, sets his sights on state championship next year

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There's little doubt that Ankeny Centennial boys' tennis standout Caleb Peterson will be one of the favorites to win the Class 2A state singles title next year. "That's definitely my goal--to win state," Peterson said. The junior earned a fifth-place finish in Class 2A on Wednesday with a dominant performance at the Hawkeye Tennis & Recreation … [Read more...] about Peterson places 5th in Class 2A, sets his sights on state championship next year

Peterson rebounds from 1st-round loss, earns top-8 finish in Class 2A singles

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Ankeny Centennial junior Caleb Peterson is guaranteed a second consecutive top-eight finish in the boys' Class 2A state tennis tournament. After placing sixth in doubles a year ago, Peterson was hoping to contend for the singles title this season. But he lost to second-seeded Kaden Taylor of Waukee Northwest, 6-2, 0-6, 6-4, in the opening round of the … [Read more...] about Peterson rebounds from 1st-round loss, earns top-8 finish in Class 2A singles

‘I just kept fighting’: Blevins falls short in Class 2A title match despite valiant effort

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After playing four hours of grueling tennis on Saturday, Ankeny Centennial's Will Blevins sat down in a chair and reflected on the end of his glorious high school career. Blevins didn't reach his ultimate goal, but he nevertheless walked off the court as a winner--even if the scoreboard showed that he had lost. Putting up a valiant fight in the finals … [Read more...] about ‘I just kept fighting’: Blevins falls short in Class 2A title match despite valiant effort