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Jaguars shut down Bettendorf star, advance to state tourney with 2-0 win

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Maybe now Chris Allen can get some rest. The Ankeny Centennial girls' soccer coach had a few sleepless nights this week trying to figure out how to slow down Bettendorf forward Carson Bohonek. It turns out the Jaguars were up for the challenge. Bohonek was held scoreless and eighth-ranked Centennial earned another trip to the Class 3A state … [Read more...] about Jaguars shut down Bettendorf star, advance to state tourney with 2-0 win

Bergan records another clean sheet, sets single-season ACHS mark for shutouts

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There isn't much left for Ankeny Centennial goalkeeper Kate Bergan to accomplish in her girls' high school soccer career. She's already been a state champion. She's earned all-state honors. On Tuesday, though, Bergan added another milestone to her resume. She set a single-season school record with her 10th shutout as the eighth-ranked Jaguars defeated … [Read more...] about Bergan records another clean sheet, sets single-season ACHS mark for shutouts

Seniors shine as Jaguars close out regular season with 2-0 win over Waukee

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The seniors on the Ankeny Centennial girls' soccer team didn't want their Senior Night to be spoiled by a loss. Cady Compton scored a pair of goals, Averi Porter and Alanna Pennington each had an assist, and Kate Bergan made a pair of saves en route to her eighth shutout as the eighth-ranked Jaguars closed out the regular season on Tuesday with a 2-0 … [Read more...] about Seniors shine as Jaguars close out regular season with 2-0 win over Waukee

Centennial girls ‘have a lot to be proud of’ despite 3-1 loss to No. 1 Wolves

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There's no doubt which team is favored to win the Class 3A girls' soccer championship in a few weeks. Top-ranked Waukee Northwest completed an undefeated run through the rugged CIML Conference with a 3-1 victory over No. 8 Ankeny Centennial on Friday. The host Wolves finished 8-0 in the league and improved to 13-1 overall. Northwest's only loss came to … [Read more...] about Centennial girls ‘have a lot to be proud of’ despite 3-1 loss to No. 1 Wolves

IT’S A DRAW: Hawkettes, Jaguars battle to 0-0 tie in rain-shortened contest

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This wasn't the ending that anybody wanted. Friday night's Ankeny Derby showdown between the fourth-ranked Ankeny girls' soccer team and No. 8 Ankeny Centennial ended in a 0-0 draw when the game was called off early in the second half due to rain and lightning at Northview Stadium. The boys' contest was postponed to Saturday at 6 p.m. "I think both … [Read more...] about IT’S A DRAW: Hawkettes, Jaguars battle to 0-0 tie in rain-shortened contest

Hawkettes, Jaguars seeking consistency after Tournament of Champions

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The results on the field were not the biggest concern for the Ankeny and Ankeny Centennial girls' soccer teams as both squads played in the Tournament of Champions on Friday and Saturday at Bettendorf. For the fourth-ranked Hawkettes, the games seemed irrelevant after junior midfielder Allie Heller suffered a broken leg during the first half of Friday's … [Read more...] about Hawkettes, Jaguars seeking consistency after Tournament of Champions

‘We just have to believe in ourselves’: Jaguars suffer 2-1 loss at No. 4 Johnston

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After getting off to a good start, the seventh-ranked Ankeny Centennial girls' soccer team gave up a goal midway through the first half and eventually dropped a 2-1 decision at No. 4 Johnston on Tuesday. Tyler Donaldson scored the first of her two goals for the Dragons in the 24th minute, setting the tone for the game. "We came out and looked really … [Read more...] about ‘We just have to believe in ourselves’: Jaguars suffer 2-1 loss at No. 4 Johnston

Jaguars change up their formation, romp to 7-0 victory at Iowa City West

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Avery Lewis racked up three assists and the Ankeny Centennial girls' soccer team ended a rare two-game losing skid with a 7-0 victory at Iowa City West in a non-conference game on Monday. Addison Fair and Olivia Kroska each had a pair of goals for the third-ranked Jaguars, who also got a goal and two assists from Alanna Pennington. "We worked on … [Read more...] about Jaguars change up their formation, romp to 7-0 victory at Iowa City West

Without injured Porter, Jaguars fall to Valley for their second straight loss

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A year ago, the Ankeny Centennial girls' soccer team dropped a 1-0 decision to Valley early in the season. The Jaguars later avenged the loss by defeating Valley in the Class 3A semifinals and went on to win the state title, their third in the last six seasons. Now, Centennial coach Chris Allen is hoping that history repeats itself. The third-ranked … [Read more...] about Without injured Porter, Jaguars fall to Valley for their second straight loss

Jaguars rally to force OT, then eventually tumble to Dowling in shootout

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It probably wasn't realistic to think that the Ankeny Centennial girls' soccer team could go the entire season without allowing a goal. It turns out that an undefeated campaign was likely an unrealistic goal as well. The top-ranked Jaguars suffered their first loss Tuesday on their home pitch, dropping a 3-2 decision to No. 7 Dowling Catholic in a … [Read more...] about Jaguars rally to force OT, then eventually tumble to Dowling in shootout

‘We were definitely tested’: Bergan makes 6 saves in Jaguars’ 2-0 victory

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The Ankeny Centennial girls' soccer team survived its biggest test of the season. The top-ranked Jaguars scored a goal in each half and posted a 2-0 victory at No. 12 Urbandale on Thursday. It was the CIML Conference opener for both teams. "It was good for us to get a CIML game under our belts," said Centennial coach Chris Allen. "I thought Urbandale … [Read more...] about ‘We were definitely tested’: Bergan makes 6 saves in Jaguars’ 2-0 victory

No. 1 Jaguars roll past Ames, C.B. Lincoln for impressive 3-0 start to season

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Saturday's rematch of last year's Class 3A championship game at the girls' state soccer tournament quickly turned into a mismatch. Alanna Pennington scored two goals in the first 2 minutes of the game and top-ranked Ankeny Centennial went on to defeat No. 7 Council Bluffs Lincoln, 7-0, in the Crosstown Invitational at Centennial. The Jaguars improved to … [Read more...] about No. 1 Jaguars roll past Ames, C.B. Lincoln for impressive 3-0 start to season

Compton’s hat trick closes out Jaguars’ 10-0 rout over Carlisle in season opener

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The season opener for the Ankeny Centennial girls' soccer team didn't last the full 80 minutes. The Jaguars cruised to a 10-0 victory over visiting Carlisle in a non-conference game on Tuesday. The contest ended via the mercy rule early in the second half. "All in all, we looked well organized throughout the match and shared the ball well," said … [Read more...] about Compton’s hat trick closes out Jaguars’ 10-0 rout over Carlisle in season opener

‘Leave it on the field’: Experienced Jaguars seek their 4th title in 7 seasons

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The Ankeny Centennial girls' soccer team has won three state championships in the last six seasons. Now, the Jaguars will try to defend the Class 3A title they won a year ago--something they were unable to do in 2017 and 2019. However, Centennial coach Chris Allen said his team isn't focusing on the big picture. "We have not set any goals as a team … [Read more...] about ‘Leave it on the field’: Experienced Jaguars seek their 4th title in 7 seasons

Kovacs named United Soccer Coaches High School All-American

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Ankeny Centennial girls' soccer standout Courtney Kovacs has joined an exclusive club. The senior defender has been named a 2022 United Soccer Coaches High School Girls Winter-Spring All-American. She becomes only the third player under Centennial coach Chris Allen to earn All-American honors, joining Meg Brandt (2016) and Olivia Brown … [Read more...] about Kovacs named United Soccer Coaches High School All-American

Ankeny Fanatic Prep of the Week: Kate Bergan, Ankeny Centennial girls’ soccer

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Junior goalkeeper Kate Bergan played a key role as the Ankeny Centennial girls' soccer team captured its third Class 3A state title on Saturday at Cownie Park. She was named to the all-tournament team after the Jaguars defeated Council Bluffs Lincoln, 2-0, in the championship game. On Thursday, Bergan made four consecutive saves during the penalty-kick … [Read more...] about Ankeny Fanatic Prep of the Week: Kate Bergan, Ankeny Centennial girls’ soccer

Porter responds to coach’s challenge, leads Jaguars to 3rd state championship

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During the first half of Saturday's Class 3A championship game against second-ranked Council Bluffs Lincoln, Ankeny Centennial midfielder Averi Porter struggled to become part of the Jaguars' offensive attack. At one point, Centennial coach Chris Allen yelled at Porter from the sideline. "Averi, we can't have you be a spectator today!" he said. A … [Read more...] about Porter responds to coach’s challenge, leads Jaguars to 3rd state championship

‘Absolutely incredible’: Jaguars complete revenge tour, capture 3A crown

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The revenge tour is complete for the Ankeny Centennial girls' soccer team. The fifth-ranked Jaguars got a pair of goals from Averi Porter and defeated No. 2 Council Bluffs Lincoln, 2-0, in the Class 3A championship game on Saturday at Cownie Park. The win was Centennial's third in a row at the state tournament against a team it had lost to during the … [Read more...] about ‘Absolutely incredible’: Jaguars complete revenge tour, capture 3A crown

‘Kate is an absolute beast’: Bergan’s saves shock No. 1 Valley, send Jaguars to final

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Ankeny Centennial's Cady Compton wasn't worried when Thursday's showdown against top-ranked Valley in the Class 3A semifinals of the girls' state soccer tournament went to a shootout at Cownie Park. She knew that the No. 5 Jaguars had goalkeeper Kate Bergan on their side. "Kate is an absolute beast," said Compton. "We've been in this situation before, … [Read more...] about ‘Kate is an absolute beast’: Bergan’s saves shock No. 1 Valley, send Jaguars to final