(Compiled by Bob Fontana) On Sunday, Aug. 23, the Ankeny Historical Society honored legendary Ankeny coaches Jerry Pezzetti, Bob Sharp and Fred Smith during the annual Ice Cream Social. Each coach was presented by a former student-athlete as a biography was read, along with stories and comments. There were 70 former student-athletes in attendance … [Read more...] about Legendary coaches Pezzetti, Sharp, Smith honored by Ankeny Historical Society
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‘His passing is a tragic loss’: Osborn motivated young people to be their best
The loss of former Ankeny High School teacher, coach and administrator Scott Osborn has resonated throughout the entire community. Osborn passed away on Saturday after a three-year battle with ALS. He was 72 years old. "His passing is a tragic loss to all who knew him," said former Ankeny athletic director Fred Smith. During a 39-year career in the … [Read more...] about ‘His passing is a tragic loss’: Osborn motivated young people to be their best
Relay races named after former Ankeny track coach Osborn
As the weather cooled off Thursday night, many of the fans attending the Hawkette Invitational were probably anxious for the meet to end. Scott Osborn wasn't one of them. The former Ankeny boys' track coach was honored at the meet by having the 4x400 relay named after him. Southeast Polk won the inaugural race and received a commemorative … [Read more...] about Relay races named after former Ankeny track coach Osborn