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‘It’s a really cool opportunity’: Riordan named Central men’s basketball coach

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Former Ankeny basketball standout Conor Riordan got a call less than two weeks ago that changed his life. On the other end of the phone was Central College men's basketball coach Joe Steinkamp, who told his assistant coach that he was considering stepping down. "Not many people have given the Central program what he has. He's been an incredible mentor … [Read more...] about ‘It’s a really cool opportunity’: Riordan named Central men’s basketball coach

Ex-AHS standout Riordan joins Central men’s basketball staff as assistant coach

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Former Ankeny basketball standout Conor Riordan, who spent the past year as a graduate assistant at Midland University (Neb.), has joined new coach Joe Steinkamp's Central College men's basketball staff as varsity assistant. Riordan, a former three-year team captain and two-time all-conference pick at Ankeny, was a two-time CoSIDA Academic All-America … [Read more...] about Ex-AHS standout Riordan joins Central men’s basketball staff as assistant coach

Ex-Ankeny guard Riordan named Simpson College Male Athlete of Year

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Former Ankeny basketball standout Conor Riordan has been named the Simpson College Male Athlete of the Year after previously earning several postseason honors. Riordan, a senior guard, was selected to the National Association of Basketball Coaches (NABC) All-West District and D3hoops.com All-West Region second team. He was also named a first-team Academic … [Read more...] about Ex-Ankeny guard Riordan named Simpson College Male Athlete of Year

Simpson basketball star Riordan named finalist for 2020 Jostens Trophy

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Former Ankeny basketball standout Conor Riordan has been named one of 20 finalists for the 2020 Jostens Trophy, the Rotary Club of Salem (Va.) announced earlier this week. Riordan becomes the third finalist in Simpson men's basketball history, joining two-time selection Jesse Harris (2002-03). The senior guard is the first to be placed on the list for the … [Read more...] about Simpson basketball star Riordan named finalist for 2020 Jostens Trophy

Riordan, Reiter help Simpson to win in highest scoring Div. III game ever

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Former Ankeny players Conor Riordan and Adam Reiter combined for 77 points Saturday in the highest scoring men's basketball game in NCAA Division III history. Riordan made two free throws with 6 seconds left in overtime to give Simpson College a 161-160 victory over Greenville in the Carroll Pre-Thanksgiving Tournament at Waukesha, Wis. The combined … [Read more...] about Riordan, Reiter help Simpson to win in highest scoring Div. III game ever

Reiter, Riordan enjoy ‘great experience’ despite 45-point loss at Drake

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There was no way Conor Riordan was going to sit out Sunday's exhibition men's basketball game at Drake. The Simpson College point guard from Ankeny injured his right hand during Saturday's win over Westminster (Mo.) at Storm Lake, but he was back on the court less than 24 hours later as the Storm dropped a 98-53 decision at the Knapp Center. "I'm going … [Read more...] about Reiter, Riordan enjoy ‘great experience’ despite 45-point loss at Drake

Simpson’s Riordan named to USA D-3 Basketball Select National Team

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Former Ankeny basketball standout Conor Riordan will be heading to South America this summer. A junior guard on the Simpson College men's squad, Riordan has been named to the USA D-3 Basketball Select National Team that is headed to Brazil. He is the first Simpson player to be a part of this team. "I'm really excited and humbled by the opportunity," … [Read more...] about Simpson’s Riordan named to USA D-3 Basketball Select National Team

Hard work pays off: Simpson’s Riordan, Reiter earn all-conference honors

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Conor Riordan wasn't the only former Ankeny player to fill a huge role for the SImpson College men's basketball team this season. Junior center Adam Reiter led the American Rivers Conference in rebounding and joined Riordan in earning all-conference honors after the Storm went 16-10 overall and 9-7 in league play. "Adam had a really good year," said … [Read more...] about Hard work pays off: Simpson’s Riordan, Reiter earn all-conference honors

Riordan’s 30-footer forces OT, but Simpson drops season opener

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Conor Riordan is still making big buckets. The former Ankeny star hit a 30-foot jumper at the end of regulation to force overtime in Simpson's season opener against Bethany Lutheran on Saturday at Indianola. His heroics weren't enough, though, as the Vikings eventually prevailed, 103-100. Riordan, a junior guard, poured in a game-high 35 points. He … [Read more...] about Riordan’s 30-footer forces OT, but Simpson drops season opener

Riordan takes over leadership role, helps Storm to 13-12 season

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Conor Riordan knew that he needed to step up this season for the Simpson College men's basketball team. The former Ankeny star did just that. The sophomore point guard started all 25 games and helped the Storm to a 13-12 record. He averaged 19.4 points per game while shooting 52.1 percent from the field. "I put in a lot of work in the offseason," … [Read more...] about Riordan takes over leadership role, helps Storm to 13-12 season