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‘Valley just played lights out’: Tigers sweep Ankeny out of Class 5A tourney

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The Ankeny volleyball team's 17-match winning streak came to an end in stunning fashion. The second-ranked Hawkettes were swept out of the Class 5A state tournament with a 25-13, 26-24, 25-21 loss to No. 10 Valley in the quarterfinal round on Monday at Xtream Arena in Coralville. The Tigers (22-20) avenged three losses to Ankeny during the regular … [Read more...] about ‘Valley just played lights out’: Tigers sweep Ankeny out of Class 5A tourney

Hawkettes, Jaguars (and Eagles) ready to make deep runs in Coralville

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When the state volleyball tournament tips off on Monday in Coralville, second-ranked Ankeny and No. 6 Ankeny Centennial will both take the courts at Xtream Arena with a ton of confidence. The Hawkettes (35-4), who are riding a 17-match winning streak, will face No. 10 Valley (21-20) in a Class 5A quarterfinal at noon on Court Two. They already own three … [Read more...] about Hawkettes, Jaguars (and Eagles) ready to make deep runs in Coralville

Hawkettes sweep C.B. Lincoln, will take 17-match winning streak into state

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Aowyn Schrader played a key role on Ankeny's state championship volleyball team in 2020. Now, the junior outside hitter would like to experience that feeling again. Schrader pounded nine kills to lead the second-ranked Hawkettes to a 25-11, 25-10, 25-20 victory over No. 14 Council Bluffs Lincoln in a Class 5A regional final on Tuesday at … [Read more...] about Hawkettes sweep C.B. Lincoln, will take 17-match winning streak into state

Hawkettes dominate one Lincoln (D.M.), will host another one (C.B.) for trip to state

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The Ankeny volleyball team didn't overlook visiting Des Moines Lincoln in its postseason opener. The second-ranked Hawkettes romped to a 25-6, 25-7, 25-5 victory in a Class 5A regional semifinal on Thursday. "It was a good one," said Ankeny coach Dani Kohut Lynch. "Our whole team came ready to play, and I'm glad our younger players got a great … [Read more...] about Hawkettes dominate one Lincoln (D.M.), will host another one (C.B.) for trip to state

Hawkettes capture Bettendorf crown, extend winning streak to 14 matches

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The Ankeny volleyball team hasn't lost in the last month. The second-ranked Hawkettes cruised to the title of the Bettendorf Invitational on Saturday, winning all five of their matches without dropping a set. They have now won 14 consecutive matches. Ankeny, which hasn't lost since it fell to No. 4 Dowling Catholic in the championship match of the … [Read more...] about Hawkettes capture Bettendorf crown, extend winning streak to 14 matches

‘I knew we could pull through’: Hawkettes rally for five-set victory at Waukee NW

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The Ankeny volleyball team just keeps finding ways to win. The fourth-ranked Hawkettes moved into sole possession of first place in the CIML Conference with a thrilling five-set victory at No. 5 Waukee Northwest on Tuesday. After dropping two of the first three sets, Ankeny rallied for a 13-25, 25-17, 23-25, 25-23, 15-9 win over the Wolves. "You … [Read more...] about ‘I knew we could pull through’: Hawkettes rally for five-set victory at Waukee NW

Hawkettes survive five-set thriller vs. Dowling, even season series at 2-2

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Parker Olson stepped behind the service line with a chance to put an end to Thursday's marathon volleyball match against visiting Dowling Catholic. The Ankeny senior didn't let the opportunity go to waste. Olson served an ace for the final point to give the fourth-ranked Hawkettes a 25-10, 25-22, 23-25, 24-26, 15-12 victory over No. 3 Dowling in a CIML … [Read more...] about Hawkettes survive five-set thriller vs. Dowling, even season series at 2-2

Hawkettes celebrate their Senior Night with dominating sweep over S.E. Polk

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Ankeny volleyball coach Dani Kohut Lynch is in her first season with the program, but she has already grown tremendously fond of the Hawkettes' seniors. Those seniors were celebrated on Tuesday before fourth-ranked Ankeny rolled to a 25-16, 25-12, 25-9 victory over visiting Southeast Polk. "Tonight was a great way to celebrate the seniors in our … [Read more...] about Hawkettes celebrate their Senior Night with dominating sweep over S.E. Polk

Hawkettes top Indianola to claim title at Waukee Invite, raise their record to 22-4

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A year ago, the Ankeny volleyball team defeated Indianola in the third-place match at the Waukee Invitational. On Saturday at the same tournament, the two teams met again--this time in the championship match. The fourth-ranked Hawkettes posted a 25-20, 26-24 victory over the No. 7 team in Class 4A to claim the title. "It was a great … [Read more...] about Hawkettes top Indianola to claim title at Waukee Invite, raise their record to 22-4

Hawkettes reach final of Found Invite before falling to No. 5 Dowling again

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If the Ankeny volleyball team should happen to play either Dowling Catholic or Iowa City Liberty in the Class 5A state tournament in November, the Hawkettes will have a detailed scouting report on both opponents. Second-ranked Ankeny played both No. 4 Iowa City Liberty and No. 5 Dowling for the third time this season on Saturday in the Caroline Found … [Read more...] about Hawkettes reach final of Found Invite before falling to No. 5 Dowling again

Hawkettes outlast Johnston in 5 sets, raise their record to 14-2 on the season

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Tuesday's CIML Conference volleyball showdown between a pair of top-10 teams at Ankeny High School came down to the last two points. Third-ranked Ankeny finally emerged with a 25-20, 26-28, 25-22, 22-25, 16-14 victory over No. 8 Johnston, getting a kill from Tanith Roush to close out the match. "We had moments of greatness and moments of inconsistency, … [Read more...] about Hawkettes outlast Johnston in 5 sets, raise their record to 14-2 on the season

‘It was a fun environment’: Hawkettes sweep past Waukee in CIML opener

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Ankeny volleyball coach Dani Kohut Lynch wanted her team to get off to a good start in CIML Conference play. Mission accomplished. The fifth-ranked Hawkettes traveled to Waukee on Tuesday and overcame a boisterous crowd to post a 25-17, 25-12, 25-20 victory. "It was a great kickoff to the conference season," said Kohut Lynch. "That first set … [Read more...] about ‘It was a fun environment’: Hawkettes sweep past Waukee in CIML opener

Hawkettes, Jaguars reach quarterfinals of Centennial Invite before falling

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Saturday's Ankeny Centennial Invitational was like a mini-state tournament, featuring many of Iowa's best volleyball squads in the 16-team field. Fifth-ranked Ankeny and No. 11 Centennial both had some moments of spectacular play. In the end, though, the Hawkettes and Jaguars were both eliminated in the quarterfinals of the championship bracket. Ankeny … [Read more...] about Hawkettes, Jaguars reach quarterfinals of Centennial Invite before falling

‘It was fun’: Hawkettes top Centennial to win Dallas Center-Grimes Invitational

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The Ankeny volleyball team is off to a good start. Ankeny Centennial has plenty of reasons to be optimistic, too. Both squads opened their season on Tuesday by competing in the Dallas Center-Grimes Invitational. Fifth-ranked Ankeny won the round-robin tournament with a 4-0 record, while No. 11 Centennial took second with a 3-1 mark. "It’s always … [Read more...] about ‘It was fun’: Hawkettes top Centennial to win Dallas Center-Grimes Invitational

Hawkettes’ new head coach ‘blown away’ by team’s progress in preseason

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When Dave Whims retired as the Ankeny volleyball coach, he left behind a talented roster. New head coach Dani Kohut Lynch inherits a team that boasts five returning varsity regulars, led by junior outside hitter Aowyn Schrader. Also back are senior setter Jesa Wallace, senior middle hitter Myra Carlson, senior outside hitter Hannah Baier and junior … [Read more...] about Hawkettes’ new head coach ‘blown away’ by team’s progress in preseason

‘I’m so excited’: Kohut Lynch hired to take over Ankeny volleyball program

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Dani Kohut Lynch has some big shoes to fill. Fortunately, she has some big shoes of her own. Kohut Lynch, a former St. Cloud State player and Luther College head coach, has been hired to replace legendary Ankeny volleyball coach Dave Whims. "I'm so excited," said Kohut Lynch. "The tradition at Ankeny is so rich. I don't have to re-invent the wheel … [Read more...] about ‘I’m so excited’: Kohut Lynch hired to take over Ankeny volleyball program