Hunter Minner pitched five strong innings, Jack Romig hit a go-ahead, two-run homer and the Ankeny baseball team opened postseason play with a 9-4 victory over Des Moines Roosevelt in a Class 4A substate quarterfinal on Friday at Dowling Catholic. Things got even better for the Hawks as Ryan Buffington closed out the win with two hitless innings of … [Read more...] about Hawks oust Roosevelt behind Minner’s gutsy pitching, Romig’s go-ahead blast
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Ankeny Fanatic Podcast: Episode 352
In the latest edition of the Ankeny Fanatic weekly podcast sponsored by Legacy Realty of Iowa and Revive Dermatology Clinic and Spa, publisher Dan Holm interviews coach Joe Balvanz, senior outfielder Easton Lowe and junior pitcher Hunter Minner of the Ankeny baseball team about the Hawks' recent hot streak after a rough start to the season. … [Read more...] about Ankeny Fanatic Podcast: Episode 352
Hawks rely on strong pitching, defense to sweep both games at Waukee Northwest
The Ankeny baseball team has already dug itself a hole in the CIML Conference race. After getting off to an 0-6 start, the Hawks likely aren't going to contend for the league crown. But that doesn't mean that they can't play the role of a spoiler. Ankeny traveled to Waukee Northwest on Monday for a doubleheader against the Wolves, who entered the week … [Read more...] about Hawks rely on strong pitching, defense to sweep both games at Waukee Northwest
‘It was a great opportunity’: Ankeny’s Minner commits to play for Indiana State
Ankeny pitcher Hunter Minner has verbally committed to play for Indiana State. A recruiting trip to Terre Haute sold Minner on the Sycamores. "I went on a visit to Indiana State and got to see the campus facilities and meet the coaches, and it was a great opportunity," said Minner. "Overall, what I was impressed with was the coaches and the atmosphere. … [Read more...] about ‘It was a great opportunity’: Ankeny’s Minner commits to play for Indiana State