A scoring drought of about 4 minutes at the beginning of each half proved costly for the Ankeny boys' basketball team. Second-ranked Waukee Northwest cranked up the defensive pressure and rolled to a 64-45 victory on Friday, handing the Hawks their fourth consecutive CIML Conference loss at home. "I think they had a lot to do with that," Ankeny coach … [Read more...] about ‘They can really defend’: No. 2 Wolves shut down Ankeny boys in 64-45 victory
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‘They have so much talent’: Hot-shooting Waukee NW rolls past Hawkettes, 63-39
Two months ago, Waukee Northwest captured the Class 5A state volleyball title in dominating fashion. Now, the Wolves could be a contender for the girls' state basketball crown as well. Fifth-ranked Northwest extended its winning streak to four games with a 63-39 victory on Friday at No. 3 Ankeny. The Wolves moved into sole possession of third place in … [Read more...] about ‘They have so much talent’: Hot-shooting Waukee NW rolls past Hawkettes, 63-39
‘Just unfortunate how that game went’: Johnston boys cruise past Jaguars, 66-35
(Story by Stephen McDaniel) Physicality and scrappiness have been two of the key ingredients for the Ankeny Centennial boys' basketball team this season. But the Jaguars just couldn’t find their groove on either end of the court during their road trip to Johnston on Friday, and the Dragons made them pay for it as Centennial suffered a 66-35 … [Read more...] about ‘Just unfortunate how that game went’: Johnston boys cruise past Jaguars, 66-35
‘She just kept hitting them’: Lewis scores 33 points, leads Dragons past Centennial
(Story by Stephen McDaniel) Before the season even started, the Ankeny Centennial girls' basketball team knew that Friday's matchup at top-ranked Johnston would be the hardest game on its schedule all year. The Jaguars were no match for Johnston as the Dragons extended their winning streak to 63 games while beating Centennial for the 13th straight … [Read more...] about ‘She just kept hitting them’: Lewis scores 33 points, leads Dragons past Centennial
‘We struggled with our consistency and focus’: Ankeny bowlers tumble to Valley
The Ankeny boys' bowling team was not at full strength for Thursday's dual meet against Valley at Warrior Lanes. "We're fighting some illness and had some starters out," said Ankeny coach Adam Booth. With a depleted lineup, Ankeny lost to the Tigers by a score of 2,731 to 2,261. The Hawks' records dropped to 1-3 in the CIML Conference and 1-4 … [Read more...] about ‘We struggled with our consistency and focus’: Ankeny bowlers tumble to Valley
Ankeny girls’ wrestling squad improves to 22-3 with wins over Oskaloosa, DC-Grimes
Despite resting many of its varsity regulars, the Ankeny girls' wrestling team posted a pair of victories on Thursday in a double dual meet at Oskaloosa. Ankeny rolled to a 46-21 win over the host Indians. Coach Dustin Roland's team also defeated Dallas Center-Grimes, 42-36. It was Ankeny's second triumph over Dallas Center-Grimes this season. The … [Read more...] about Ankeny girls’ wrestling squad improves to 22-3 with wins over Oskaloosa, DC-Grimes
Jaguars post 47-24 win over Oskaloosa, but drop 50-26 decision to DC-Grimes
The Ankeny Centennial wrestling team came away with a split on Thursday in a double dual meet at Oskaloosa. The Jaguars posted a 47-24 victory over the host Indians, but they dropped a 50-26 decision to Dallas Center-Grimes. Coach Jay Groth's team is now 2-8 on the season. Centennial won nine of the 14 matches against Oskaloosa. Cameron Moeckly at 113 … [Read more...] about Jaguars post 47-24 win over Oskaloosa, but drop 50-26 decision to DC-Grimes
‘That was the team I know’: Swimmers’ depth pays off with 94-76 win at S.E. Polk
The ninth-ranked Ankeny boys' swimming team relied on its depth to post a 94-76 victory at No. 11 Southeast Polk on Thursday. The Rams won six of the 11 events, but Ankeny had seven runner-up finishes, 10 third-place finishes and swept the top three places in the 200 individual medley to earn the win. Coach Dustin Rhoads' team improved to 2-3 in the … [Read more...] about ‘That was the team I know’: Swimmers’ depth pays off with 94-76 win at S.E. Polk
‘It’s a great fit and opportunity for me’: Former Ankeny star Kohl is headed to FIU
Former Ankeny quarterback JJ Kohl has found a new home. Kohl has committed to play for Florida International University. He also visited FIU a year ago before transferring to Appalachian State, where he spent one season. "It's a great fit and opportunity for me," Kohl said. The 6-foot-7, 240-pound quarterback passed for 1,465 yards and 12 touchdowns … [Read more...] about ‘It’s a great fit and opportunity for me’: Former Ankeny star Kohl is headed to FIU
Salgado’s pin provides lone victory for Ankeny wrestlers in 70-6 loss to S.E. Polk
Coming out of the holiday break, the Ankeny wrestling team couldn't have asked for a tougher matchup than the one that faced the Hawks on Thursday. Coach Jack Wignall's team traveled to Southeast Polk for a CIML Conference dual meet and dropped a 70-6 decision to the Rams, who recorded eight pins and two technical falls. The Hawks were without two of … [Read more...] about Salgado’s pin provides lone victory for Ankeny wrestlers in 70-6 loss to S.E. Polk
‘It was just a fun game to watch’: Pargeon, J-Hawks outlast Aguirre, Ankeny boys
(Story by Stephen McDaniel) The Ankeny boys' basketball team just couldn’t get a shot to fall when they needed it the most on a night where the ball didn’t have many issues finding the hoop. The Hawks were on their way to pulling off a fourth-quarter comeback on Tuesday when a scoring drought in the final 5 minutes aided visiting Urbandale in claiming … [Read more...] about ‘It was just a fun game to watch’: Pargeon, J-Hawks outlast Aguirre, Ankeny boys
Runchey extends free-throw streak to 32, scores career-high 20 in win at S.E. Polk
The Ankeny Centennial boys' basketball team was clinging to a 17-16 lead late in the first half of Tuesday's game at Southeast Polk when the Rams' bench was called for a technical foul. There was no question which player Centennial coach Matt Delger would ask to shoot the free throws. Junior guard Hunter Runchey made both of the ensuing attempts and … [Read more...] about Runchey extends free-throw streak to 32, scores career-high 20 in win at S.E. Polk
Hawkettes romp past Urbandale, move into sole possession of 3rd place in CIML
The Ankeny girls' basketball team moved into sole possession of third place in the CIML Conference with a 59-45 victory at Urbandale on Tuesday. Bouncing back from Friday's loss to second-ranked Dowling Catholic, the No. 3 Hawkettes built a huge advantage and then coasted to the win. "We extended the lead to 26 (points) in the third quarter, but then … [Read more...] about Hawkettes romp past Urbandale, move into sole possession of 3rd place in CIML
‘We have to be better to be successful’: Swimmers win 3 events in loss at Dowling
The Ankeny boys' swimming team got two wins from Jake Smith and another one from Bryer Pearson during Tuesday's CIML Conference dual meet at Dowling Catholic. Unfortunately, the sixth-ranked Maroons won the other eight events and posted a 101-69 victory. They improved to 2-1 in the league and 14-4 overall, while No. 9 Ankeny's records dropped to 1-3 and … [Read more...] about ‘We have to be better to be successful’: Swimmers win 3 events in loss at Dowling
‘I was looking to be aggressive’: Perpich’s fast start ignites Jaguars past S.E. Polk
A fast start by freshman guard Faith Perpich ignited the Ankeny Centennial girls' basketball team to a 53-41 victory on Tuesday at Southeast Polk. Perpich scored nine of her career-high 17 points during a 13-0 run in the first half that erased Southeast Polk's early 6-5 lead. The Rams could get no closer than nine points the rest of the way. "I was … [Read more...] about ‘I was looking to be aggressive’: Perpich’s fast start ignites Jaguars past S.E. Polk
“WE ARE…..HOME!!”: Ex-Cyclone safety Patton follows Campbell to Penn State
Like many of his teammates, Jamison Patton has decided to follow head football coach Matt Campbell to Penn State. Patton announced on Twitter Monday that he is headed to Happy Valley along with nearly 20 other former Iowa State players. "WE ARE.....HOME!!" Patton tweeted. Patton, a junior defensive back, helped the Cyclones to an 8-4 record in 2025. … [Read more...] about “WE ARE…..HOME!!”: Ex-Cyclone safety Patton follows Campbell to Penn State
Eagles’ late rally falls short at Madrid in rematch of last year’s substate final
A late rally by the Ankeny Christian Academy boys' basketball team came up just a little short. The visiting Eagles cut a 16-point deficit down to one with about 2 minutes left before Madrid held on for a 66-58 victory in a non-conference game on Monday. "Madrid is always a very personal matchup to me," said ACA junior Jed Rood, who led the Eagles with … [Read more...] about Eagles’ late rally falls short at Madrid in rematch of last year’s substate final
‘10000% committed!!!’: Ankeny all-stater Larmie to play football at Iowa Western
All-state running back Daniel Larmie of Ankeny didn't let his recruiting battle drag on for very long once the calendar turned to 2026. The senior announced his future plans via social media on New Year's Day, when he verbally committed to play football at Iowa Western Community College in Council Bluffs. "10000% committed!!!" Larmie tweeted. "Journey … [Read more...] about ‘10000% committed!!!’: Ankeny all-stater Larmie to play football at Iowa Western
‘It honestly just checked all my boxes’: Ankeny guard Kiene to play for Midland
Senior guard Ainsley Kiene of Ankeny has verbally committed to play for the women's basketball team at Midland University, an NAIA program located in Fremont, Neb. Kiene picked the Warriors after looking at a variety of schools. "It was a very tough decision," Kiene said on Monday. "But I love the coaching staff as well as all the players on the team. … [Read more...] about ‘It honestly just checked all my boxes’: Ankeny guard Kiene to play for Midland
Bogseth’s win seals Jaguars’ victory over Clear Creek Amana at Dion Cobb Duals
The Ankeny Centennial wrestlers finished with a 1-3 record in the Dion Cobb Duals on Saturday at Valley. The Jaguars' lone win came against Clear Creek Amana, 39-37, in their third dual of the day. Brandon Bogseth posted an 11-1 major decision over Dylan Schrock at 215 pounds to seal the victory, giving Centennial a 39-31 lead with just one match … [Read more...] about Bogseth’s win seals Jaguars’ victory over Clear Creek Amana at Dion Cobb Duals