Senior Levi Hill helped lead the Ankeny boys' cross country team to its best season in two decades. His success with the Hawks has taken him to Cedar Falls. Hill has verbally committed to join the Northern Iowa men's cross country and track and field programs. One of his former Ankeny track teammates, thrower Jacob Baier, is a sophomore on the … [Read more...] about From the 515 to the 319: Ankeny distance standout Hill to run for Northern Iowa
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‘The junior college route was right for me’: Ankeny’s Watson chooses Ellsworth
Ankeny catcher Max Watson could have followed in the footsteps of his brother Mo. Instead, he'll be joining one of his current Ankeny baseball teammates on the junior college level. Watson has verbally committed to play for Ellsworth Community College. Ankeny pitcher Brock Adamson has also committed to the Panthers. "Brock, who is one of my fest … [Read more...] about ‘The junior college route was right for me’: Ankeny’s Watson chooses Ellsworth
‘Just a fantastic performance’: Gordon places 18th at NCAA Midwest Regional
Former Ankeny Centennial standout Emma Gordon closed out her collegiate cross country career with a personal best. The Iowa senior placed 18th in the NCAA Midwest Regional on Friday at Columbia, Mo. She led the Hawkeyes to a 14th-place finish. Gordon posted a time of 20 minutes 37.1 seconds to become the third Hawkeye in the last 10 seasons to finish … [Read more...] about ‘Just a fantastic performance’: Gordon places 18th at NCAA Midwest Regional
A PERFECT DOZEN: 12 Ankeny wrestlers finish with 2-0 marks at CIML Scramble
In just 24 hours, the Ankeny girls' wrestling team showed a tremendous amount of progress. Ankeny competed in the CIML Scramble on Tuesday at Waukee Northwest and went 33-15 overall as a squad. "That was a great record for us," said Ankeny coach Dustin Roland. "I was very proud of the girls' effort tonight compared to (Monday) at Dallas Center-Grimes. … [Read more...] about A PERFECT DOZEN: 12 Ankeny wrestlers finish with 2-0 marks at CIML Scramble
Ankeny’s Rusher commits to Creighton, cites ‘unparalleled opportunities’
Abby Rusher is the latest Ankeny softball player to make a verbal commitment. The junior pitcher announced on Twitter Tuesday that she has decided to play for Creighton. "I am so excited to announce that I will be continuing my academic and athletic career at Creighton University," Rusher tweeted. "I am so thankful for my family and teammates that … [Read more...] about Ankeny’s Rusher commits to Creighton, cites ‘unparalleled opportunities’
Six players from Ankeny earn all-state volleyball honors, led by ACA trio
Six players from Ankeny's three schools earned all-state volleyball honors from the Iowa Girls' Coaches Association, while four others received honorable mention. State champion Ankeny Christian Academy led the way with three all-state honorees in Class 1A. Outside hitter Carley Craighead and setter Katie Quick were both named to the first team, while … [Read more...] about Six players from Ankeny earn all-state volleyball honors, led by ACA trio
‘Wartburg just felt like home to me’: Grider to play baseball for Knights
Ankeny Centennial outfielder Cole Grider has committed to play baseball at Wartburg College. Grider announced his decision via Twitter on Tuesday. "I am proud to announce my commitment to Wartburg College," Grider tweeted. "Thank you to all my coaches, teammates and family for putting me in a position to succeed. Go Knights." Grider helped … [Read more...] about ‘Wartburg just felt like home to me’: Grider to play baseball for Knights
‘Very athletic’ Jags to rely on 3 returning seniors, large sophomore group
Ankeny Centennial girls' basketball coach Scott DeJong always relies heavily on his seniors. This year, DeJong has a trio of senior starters with a lot of experience on the court. Guards Makenna Clark and Averi Porter both played key roles on last year's team along with post player Kennedy White, helping the Jaguars to a 20-4 record and a second … [Read more...] about ‘Very athletic’ Jags to rely on 3 returning seniors, large sophomore group
‘I loved St. Cloud and everything about it’: Ankeny’s Beason to run for Huskies
Ankeny senior Paige Beason is used to running long distances. Now, she'll be attending a college that is nearly 300 miles away from home. Beason has verbally committed to join the St. Cloud State women's track and cross programs next year. "The only thing that made making my decision difficult was being far away from my family, especially my sister … [Read more...] about ‘I loved St. Cloud and everything about it’: Ankeny’s Beason to run for Huskies
ACA quartet, Ankeny foursome, Centennial duo earn all-district honors
The state champion Ankeny Christian Academy volleyball team has placed four players on the Class 1A South Central all-district team by the Iowa Girls' Coaches Association. Setter Katie Quick and middle hitter Anna Weathers were both selected to the squad along with outside hitters Carley Craighead and Macey Nehring. The four sophomores led the Eagles to … [Read more...] about ACA quartet, Ankeny foursome, Centennial duo earn all-district honors
Ankeny Fanatic Prep of the Week: Rachel Rolow, Ankeny girls’ swimming
Senior Rachel Rolow helped the Ankeny girls' swimming team to a ninth consecutive top-10 finish in the state meet on Friday and Saturday at the Marshalltown YMCA. The Hawkettes finished in a tie for seventh place with 108 points. Rolow placed sixth in the 100 backstroke with a time of 58.59 seconds and took 11th in the 200 individual medley in 2:10.54. … [Read more...] about Ankeny Fanatic Prep of the Week: Rachel Rolow, Ankeny girls’ swimming
Hawkettes reach podium in 4 events, finish in tie for 7th place at state meet
The goal for the Ankeny girls' swimming team was to get on the podium in multiple events during the state meet on Saturday at the Marshalltown YMCA. The Hawkettes accomplished their goal. Ankeny earned a top-six finish in four different events and tied for seventh place overall with Cedar Falls with 108 points. The Hawkettes placed among the top 10 … [Read more...] about Hawkettes reach podium in 4 events, finish in tie for 7th place at state meet
‘We have a lot of opportunities to score points’: AHS advances 4 girls in 7 events
Four Ankeny swimmers qualified for the finals in a total of seven different events during the preliminaries of the girls' state meet on Friday at the Marshalltown YMCA. Anja Peck, Rachel Rolow and Caroline Walker each qualified in a pair of events. Gracie Lindaman qualified in the 50 freestyle and just missed qualifying in the 100 freestyle. "It was a … [Read more...] about ‘We have a lot of opportunities to score points’: AHS advances 4 girls in 7 events
Ankeny’s Adamson to play for Ellsworth, while Sandvig commits to NIACC
Ankeny baseball players Brock Adamson and Ben Sandvig have both elected to continue their careers at the junior college level. Adamson, a lefthanded pitcher, is headed to Ellsworth Community College. Sandvig, an outfielder, will play for North Iowa Area Community College. Both seniors announced their verbal commitments via Twitter on Thursday. "I … [Read more...] about Ankeny’s Adamson to play for Ellsworth, while Sandvig commits to NIACC
With a chip on their shoulder, Hawkettes seek another top-10 finish at state
The Ankeny girls' swimming team is seeking a ninth consecutive top-10 finish at the state meet. It won't be easy, however, as the sixth-ranked Hawkettes are projected to finish in 11th place based on where their qualifiers would finish according to their seedings. The state meet will be held on Friday and Saturday at the Marshalltown YMCA, beginning with … [Read more...] about With a chip on their shoulder, Hawkettes seek another top-10 finish at state
‘What I liked was just the overall vibe’: Ankeny’s Aguirre to play for Morningside
Ankeny senior Alex Aguirre has verbally committed to play basketball next year at Morningside University. Aguirre said he picked the Mustangs after looking at other schools such as Briar Cliff, DMACC, Iowa Lakes, Central College and Upper Iowa. "What I liked about Morningside was just the overall vibe that I got as soon as I stepped on campus," said … [Read more...] about ‘What I liked was just the overall vibe’: Ankeny’s Aguirre to play for Morningside
Ankeny’s Lindaman, Centennial’s Cogdill named At Large Coaches of the Year
Ankeny boys' cross country coach Jon Lindaman and Ankeny Centennial girls' cross country coach Eric Cogdill have been named At Large Coaches of the Year by the Iowa Association of Track Coaches. The IATC names a State Coach of the Year along with five At Large Coaches of the Year in each class. State champion coaches Tim Ives of the Dowling Catholic boys' … [Read more...] about Ankeny’s Lindaman, Centennial’s Cogdill named At Large Coaches of the Year
Ex-Ankeny star Bayless shines in Division I debut as Niagara falls at Maryland
Former Ankeny basketball standout Braxton Bayless made an impressive debut for Niagara. The junior guard scored a team-high 14 points in the Purple Eagles' 71-49 loss at Maryland in their season opener on Monday. He also had a team-high six rebounds and six assists. Bayless made a buzzer-beating jumper at the end of the first half to cut the Terps' … [Read more...] about Ex-Ankeny star Bayless shines in Division I debut as Niagara falls at Maryland
Ankeny volleyball trio, Centennial’s Pratt named to CIML Conference first team
The Ankeny volleyball team placed three players on the CIML Conference first team and had seven players recognized overall by the coaches in the new nine-team league. Ankeny Centennial, meanwhile, led the second team with three selections and had six players honored altogether. The Hawkettes placed senior setter Jesa Wallace, junior outside hitter … [Read more...] about Ankeny volleyball trio, Centennial’s Pratt named to CIML Conference first team
Ankeny Fanatic Prep of the Week: Carley Craighead, Ankeny Christian volleyball
Sophomore outside hitter Carley Craighead helped the Ankeny Christian Academy volleyball team to the Class 1A state title last week at Xtream Arena in Coralville. The seventh-ranked Eagles won their last 18 matches and finished with a 39-3 record. Craighead pounded 20 kills as ACA outlasted No. 4 Gladbrook-Reinbeck in five sets in Thursday's championship … [Read more...] about Ankeny Fanatic Prep of the Week: Carley Craighead, Ankeny Christian volleyball