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‘Every player in the lineup stepped up’: Jaguars avenge April loss to Ankeny girls

August 15, 2025 by Dan Holm

Ankeny Centennial girls' tennis coach Alli Gustafson wanted her players to commit to every point during Thursday's meet against crosstown rival Ankeny. The Jaguars took their coach's message to heart. Centennial turned in a dominating performance at the Prairie Ridge courts, sweeping all 11 matches to post an 11-0 victory over the Hawkettes. The win … [Read more...] about ‘Every player in the lineup stepped up’: Jaguars avenge April loss to Ankeny girls

‘It was a blessing in disguise’: Ankeny’s Nelson to play softball at Iowa Western

August 14, 2025 by Dan Holm

Ankeny outfielder Avery Nelson was planning to play college softball in the city of Omaha, Neb. Now, the senior-to-be will be starting her college career in nearby Council Bluffs. After previously committing to play for Creighton, Nelson has now committed to play for Iowa Western Community College. She said her decision to decommit from the Bluejays … [Read more...] about ‘It was a blessing in disguise’: Ankeny’s Nelson to play softball at Iowa Western

‘This team has a lot of potential’: Ankeny golfers lack experience but not talent

August 13, 2025 by Dan Holm

Longtime Ankeny boys' golf coach Mike Weddingfeld faces a major rebuilding task in 2025. Weddingfeld will have to replace several seniors from last year's team, including a trio of standouts in Duncan Beelner, Evan Hodapp and his son, Caden. Those three were stalwarts on the varsity squad over the last few seasons. Beelner tied for 12th in last year's … [Read more...] about ‘This team has a lot of potential’: Ankeny golfers lack experience but not talent

Ankeny girls’ 11-0 loss at Valley ‘gave us a lot of little wins’ in fall season opener

August 13, 2025 by Dan Holm

The schedule didn't allow the Ankeny girls' tennis team to ease into its first fall season. The Hawkettes traveled to Valley on Tuesday to face one of the state's top teams. The Tigers had already defeated their first three opponents by a combined 26-3 margin. The task proved to be as difficult as expected. Valley posted an 11-0 victory in the CIML … [Read more...] about Ankeny girls’ 11-0 loss at Valley ‘gave us a lot of little wins’ in fall season opener

‘Our team made big strides’: Jaguars see progress despite 11-0 loss to Waukee NW

August 12, 2025 by Dan Holm

The scores from Tuesday's meet at the Prairie Ridge courts didn't reflect the progress of the Ankeny Centennial girls' tennis team. The Jaguars opened CIML Conference play with an 11-0 loss to visiting Waukee Northwest, but Centennial coach Alli Gustafson felt like her team played much better against the Wolves than it did back on April 8. Four months … [Read more...] about ‘Our team made big strides’: Jaguars see progress despite 11-0 loss to Waukee NW

‘There is a ton of potential’: Jags return 4 of top 6 golfers from 4A’s 9th-place team

August 12, 2025 by Dan Holm

It won't take long for the Ankeny Centennial boys' golf team to find out where it stands. The Jaguars will open their season on Thursday with a CIML Conference triangular meet against Dowling Catholic and Johnston at Terrace Hills. The Dragons are coming off their second state title in three years and return three of the top 15 players in Class 4A, led by … [Read more...] about ‘There is a ton of potential’: Jags return 4 of top 6 golfers from 4A’s 9th-place team

Centennial girls roll to 11-0 win over Fort Dodge, will face Waukee NW, Ankeny next

August 12, 2025 by Dan Holm

The Ankeny Centennial girls' tennis team began a busy week in impressive fashion. The Jaguars rolled to an 11-0 victory over visiting Fort Dodge in a non-conference meet on Monday at the Prairie Ridge courts. They raised their record to 2-1, while the Dodgers dropped to 0-3. "The team as a whole had a great performance tonight, sweeping the meet and … [Read more...] about Centennial girls roll to 11-0 win over Fort Dodge, will face Waukee NW, Ankeny next

Ankeny Fanatic Prep of the Week: Kinnick Vos, Ankeny baseball

August 11, 2025 by Dan Holm

Senior shortstop Kinnick Vos helped the Ankeny baseball team to a 14-25 record this season. He was named to the CIML Conference first team at a utility position after batting .350 with four triples, five doubles and 16 RBIs. Vos played for the Large Schools West team in the Iowa High School Baseball Coaches Association All-Star Series on July 31-Aug. 2. … [Read more...] about Ankeny Fanatic Prep of the Week: Kinnick Vos, Ankeny baseball

‘We want to compete hard every match’: Hawkettes begin new era under Owens

August 10, 2025 by Dan Holm

The Ankeny girls' tennis team hasn't skipped a beat under new head coach Katie Owens. Owens previously coached the program from 2014-20 before taking some time off to raise her family. "I’m really enjoying being back in the coaching role," said Owens. "It’s been refreshing to work with this group--they’ve shown a lot of enthusiasm and hard work, and … [Read more...] about ‘We want to compete hard every match’: Hawkettes begin new era under Owens

Centennial girls top Hempstead, fall to Iowa City West at Jaguar Kickoff Quad

August 9, 2025 by Dan Holm

Friday was an historic day at the Prairie Ridge tennis courts. The Ankeny Centennial girls' team hosted the Jaguar Kickoff Quadrangular that also included Dubuque Hempstead, Iowa City West and Valley. It marked the beginning of the first-ever fall season for girls' tennis, which was previously played in the spring. "It was a great day to kick off the … [Read more...] about Centennial girls top Hempstead, fall to Iowa City West at Jaguar Kickoff Quad

Jags’ Morris named to 2025 Super Team; Bollwinkel lands spot on 4A 2nd team

August 8, 2025 by Dan Holm

Ankeny Centennial standouts Will Morris and Kohen Bollwinkel have earned all-state honors from the Iowa High School Baseball Coaches Association. Morris, a junior third baseman, was one of 16 players named to the 2025 Super Team. Senior outfielder Drew Owen of North Polk was also selected to the squad. Bollwinkel, a senior outfielder, received … [Read more...] about Jags’ Morris named to 2025 Super Team; Bollwinkel lands spot on 4A 2nd team

ACHS to host Jaguar Kickoff Quadrangular Friday as girls’ tennis moves to fall sport

August 7, 2025 by Dan Holm

It may seem like the girls' tennis season ended just a couple of months ago. And, in fact, it did. Now, with the Iowa Girls' High School Athletic Union moving girls' tennis to a fall sport, Ankeny Centennial coach Alli Gustafson and her players are gearing up for their second season of 2025. Centennial will host the Jaguar Kickoff Quadrangular against … [Read more...] about ACHS to host Jaguar Kickoff Quadrangular Friday as girls’ tennis moves to fall sport

Ankeny Fanatic Prep of the Week: Jordyn Kennedy, Ankeny Centennial softball

August 4, 2025 by Dan Holm

Junior infielder Jordyn Kennedy helped the Ankeny Centennial softball team to a 34-10 record and a third-place finish in the Class 5A state tournament. She was named to the all-tournament team for the second time in three years. Kennedy was one of the state's best hitters and nearly won the Triple Crown in Class 5A. She led all large-school players with … [Read more...] about Ankeny Fanatic Prep of the Week: Jordyn Kennedy, Ankeny Centennial softball

Vos to play for Large Schools West in IHSBCA All-Star Series on his home field

July 30, 2025 by Dan Holm

Ankeny baseball standout Kinnick Vos will get two more chances to play on his home field. The senior shortstop has been selected to play in the 2025 Iowa High School Baseball Coaches Association All-Star Series. The games will be played at Ankeny High School on Thursday and Friday before moving to Urbandale for the final day of games on Saturday. Vos … [Read more...] about Vos to play for Large Schools West in IHSBCA All-Star Series on his home field

Centennial quartet, ACA duo, Ankeny’s Lensmeyer earn all-state softball honors

July 29, 2025 by Dan Holm

Four Ankeny Centennial softball players have earned all-state honors from the Iowa Girls' Coaches Association along with two from Ankeny Christian Academy and one from Ankeny. Junior infielder Jordyn Kennedy and junior outfielder Mady Ott of Centennial were both named to the Class 5A first team. Senior pitcher Aubrey Scieszinski of Centennial was selected … [Read more...] about Centennial quartet, ACA duo, Ankeny’s Lensmeyer earn all-state softball honors

Ankeny Fanatic Prep of the Week: Makenna Foster, Centennial softball

July 28, 2025 by Dan Holm

Senior catcher Makenna Foster helped the Ankeny Centennial softball team to a 34-10 record and a third-place finish in the Class 5A state tournament. She went 2-for-3 and drove in four runs as the Jaguars rolled to a 10-2 win over Cedar Falls in six innings in the consolation final on Thursday at Harlan Rogers Park. Foster batted .316 on the season with … [Read more...] about Ankeny Fanatic Prep of the Week: Makenna Foster, Centennial softball

Centennial’s Bollwinkel, Morris joined by Ankeny’s Vos on all-conference first team

July 27, 2025 by Dan Holm

The Ankeny Centennial baseball duo of Kohen Bollwinkel and Will Morris has been named to the CIML Conference first team along with Ankeny standout Kinnick Vos. The all-conference teams were selected by a vote of the league's coaches. Morris, a junior infielder, was a unanimous pick. He helped the Jaguars to a 24-14 record. Morris led the team with a … [Read more...] about Centennial’s Bollwinkel, Morris joined by Ankeny’s Vos on all-conference first team

Jaguars’ Maizie Smith to join her sister, Tillie, on NIACC women’s basketball team

July 26, 2025 by Dan Holm

Ankeny Centennial's Maizie Smith will continue her basketball career at the collegiate level. Smith, a guard, announced her verbal commitment on Friday to play for North Iowa Area Community College in Mason City. The senior-to-be will be reunited with her sister Tillie, who graduated from Centennial in May. Tillie initially committed to play for Grand … [Read more...] about Jaguars’ Maizie Smith to join her sister, Tillie, on NIACC women’s basketball team

Kennedy, Ott, Scieszinski, Lincicum land spots on CIML Conference first team

July 26, 2025 by Dan Holm

The Ankeny Centennial softball team placed four players on the CIML Conference first team and four more on the third team. Two others earned honorable mention, while Ankeny matched the Jaguars with 10 players recognized overall. Junior infielder Jordyn Kennedy, junior outfielder Mady Ott and senior pitcher Aubrey Scieszinski of Centennial were all named … [Read more...] about Kennedy, Ott, Scieszinski, Lincicum land spots on CIML Conference first team

Jaguars rout Cedar Falls in 6 innings to earn 3rd-place finish in Class 5A tourney

July 25, 2025 by Dan Holm

Ankeny Centennial's Makenna Foster kneeled down on the infield to collect a souvenir from the Iowa Central Field at Harlan Rogers Park. The senior catcher scooped up some dirt and poured it into a container for safe keeping. "We've got these jars that say 'Dirty Dodge Beach', because we're like beach themed," Foster said of her squad. It was a … [Read more...] about Jaguars rout Cedar Falls in 6 innings to earn 3rd-place finish in Class 5A tourney

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