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JJ Kohl

Ex-Ankeny quarterback Kohl announces commitment to Appalachian State

January 9, 2025 by Dan Holm

Former Ankeny and Iowa State quarterback JJ Kohl is headed to Appalachian State. The 6-foot-7, 250-pound redshirt freshman announced his decision via social media on Wednesday. "Excited to announce my commitment to App State!" Kohl tweeted on X. Kohl was a two-time all-stater at Ankeny, where he passed for 4,208 yards and 42 touchdowns in his … [Read more...] about Ex-Ankeny quarterback Kohl announces commitment to Appalachian State

Iowa State backup QB Kohl enters transfer portal, will have 3 years of eligibility left

December 10, 2024 by Dan Holm

Less than a week after Jase Bauer entered the transfer portal, his successor as the quarterback for the Ankeny football team has followed suit. Iowa State redshirt freshman JJ Kohl announced on Monday that he will be looking for a new home as well. "Thank you to my coaches, teammates, and Cyclone Nation for all your support," Kohl tweeted on X. "I have … [Read more...] about Iowa State backup QB Kohl enters transfer portal, will have 3 years of eligibility left

Ankeny Fanatic Podcast: Episode 208

January 9, 2023 by Dan Holm

In the latest edition of the Ankeny Fanatic weekly podcast sponsored by Coldwell Banker Mid-America, publisher Dan Holm interviews Cole Netten and JJ Kohl about their selections to the Fanatic all-time Ankeny football team. Kohl also discusses his performance at last week's Under Armour Next All-America Game in Orlando. Ankeny Fanatic sponsor Nick Jarosh of … [Read more...] about Ankeny Fanatic Podcast: Episode 208

Ankeny Fanatic announces its all-time Ankeny football team (3rd team)

January 8, 2023 by Dan Holm

For the last 54 years, a lot of young boys have grown up in Ankeny wanting to play football for coach Jerry Pezzetti. Some of those players wanted to follow in the footsteps of their fathers who played for Pezzetti. That was the case for Drew Carlson, a standout linebacker on Ankeny's 2012 state championship team. His father, Luke, starred for Pezzetti … [Read more...] about Ankeny Fanatic announces its all-time Ankeny football team (3rd team)

Kohl racks up 62 total yards, helps team to 14-7 win at UA Next All-America Game

January 4, 2023 by Dan Holm

Ankeny quarterback JJ Kohl helped Team Phantom to a 14-7 victory over Team Speed in the 2023 Under Armour Next All-America Game on Tuesday at Camping World Stadium in Orlando. The game was televised on ESPN2. Kohl, an Iowa State recruit, was one of 100 players from across the nation who were selected to participate in the game. He shared the quarterback … [Read more...] about Kohl racks up 62 total yards, helps team to 14-7 win at UA Next All-America Game

Hawks’ big defensive stand, late scoring drive clinch 34-24 victory over Valley

October 1, 2022 by Dan Holm

A huge defensive stand and a late scoring drive allowed the Ankeny football team to post a 34-24 victory over visiting Valley on Friday. The third-ranked Hawks allowed just three points in the second half while raising their record to 5-1 on the season. The Tigers dropped to 3-3. "That was a big one," said Ankeny defensive back Ben Sandvig. "We just … [Read more...] about Hawks’ big defensive stand, late scoring drive clinch 34-24 victory over Valley

KOHL-BLOODED: Near-perfect QB fires 4 TD passes, leads Hawks past No. 1 SEP

September 17, 2022 by Dan Holm

On paper, the Ankeny football team was expected to have an explosive offense in 2022. After being held to 17.7 points per game in the first three weeks of the season, the fourth-ranked Hawks finally unleashed their lethal attack on Friday. Quarterback JJ Kohl completed 21-of-23 passes for 261 yards and four touchdowns to lead Ankeny to a 31-14 victory … [Read more...] about KOHL-BLOODED: Near-perfect QB fires 4 TD passes, leads Hawks past No. 1 SEP

‘It was intense’: Patton scores go-ahead TD, lifts Hawks past rival Centennial

September 3, 2022 by Dan Holm

Jamison Patton transferred to Ankeny to play in football games like Friday night's showdown against Ankeny Centennial. The move has paid off for the Hawks. Patton scored the go-ahead touchdown in the third quarter and second-ranked Ankeny went on to defeat the Jaguars, 17-10, before an overflow crowd at Ankeny Stadium. The former Des Moines Roosevelt … [Read more...] about ‘It was intense’: Patton scores go-ahead TD, lifts Hawks past rival Centennial

After sluggish start, Hawks roll past Waukee behind Williams’ 3 2nd-half TDs

August 27, 2022 by Dan Holm

Ankeny football coach Rick Nelson didn't know what his team was doing during the first half of Friday's season opener at Waukee. The Hawks were intercepted three times before the half and went to the locker room trailing, 7-0. "We did some really extreme things," said Nelson. "I'll have to watch the film. I don't know sometimes what we were doing. I'm … [Read more...] about After sluggish start, Hawks roll past Waukee behind Williams’ 3 2nd-half TDs

Ankeny Fanatic Prep of the Week: JJ Kohl, Ankeny football

August 7, 2022 by Dan Holm

Senior quarterback JJ Kohl of the Ankeny football team is considered one of the nation's top recruits in the Class of 2023. A four-star prospect, he is now the No. 5 quarterback and No. 36 overall nationally in the latest rankings by On3 Recruits. Kohl, an Under Armour All-American, helped the Hawks to a 10-3 record last season. He completed 143-of-237 … [Read more...] about Ankeny Fanatic Prep of the Week: JJ Kohl, Ankeny football

‘They believed in me before anyone else did’: Four-star QB Kohl picks Cyclones

April 19, 2022 by Dan Holm

Ankeny quarterback JJ Kohl had scholarship offers from schools all over the country. In the end, he decided to stay close to home. The junior announced his verbal commitment on Monday night to play football at Iowa State, beginning in the fall of 2023. "It wasn’t an easy decision," said Kohl. "I had some other schools that I was considering, and I … [Read more...] about ‘They believed in me before anyone else did’: Four-star QB Kohl picks Cyclones

Roosevelt’s Patton to transfer to Ankeny, will play safety to prepare for next level

March 21, 2022 by Dan Holm

One of the state's top football players in the Class of 2023 is headed to Ankeny High School. Des Moines Roosevelt star Jamison Patton, who is being recruited by Power Five schools as an athlete, announced on Sunday via Twitter that he will play for the Hawks in the fall. "After a lot of thought and talking it over with my family I will be transferring … [Read more...] about Roosevelt’s Patton to transfer to Ankeny, will play safety to prepare for next level

‘That won us the game’: Johnston’s free throws end Ankeny boys’ season at 19-5

March 10, 2022 by Dan Holm

Ankeny's JJ Kohl grabbed the rebound in the lane and put the ball back in the hoop as time expired. It was a meaningless basket in the grand scheme of things, because it didn't prevent third-seeded Johnston from advancing to the Class 4A semifinals of the boys' state basketball tournament. But it showed what the sixth-seeded Hawks are all … [Read more...] about ‘That won us the game’: Johnston’s free throws end Ankeny boys’ season at 19-5

Ankeny Fanatic Podcast: Episode 171

February 25, 2022 by Dan Holm

Ankeny Centennial coach Bob Fontana and senior guard Jackson Snyder join Ankeny coach Brandt Carlson and junior post player JJ Kohl as the guests on the latest edition of the Ankeny Fanatic weekly podcast sponsored by Coldwell Banker Mid-America to preview the boys' basketball postseason. Junior guard Makenna Clark of Centennial also makes an appearance to … [Read more...] about Ankeny Fanatic Podcast: Episode 171

Johnson returns to lineup, Kohl shines as Hawks top North to end regular season

February 19, 2022 by Dan Holm

The Ankeny boys' basketball team wanted to keep its momentum going heading into postseason play. The ninth-ranked Hawks accomplished their goal with a 70-50 victory over visiting Des Moines North in a non-conference game on Friday. "I think tonight's win was very important for our team heading into the playoffs," said junior post player JJ Kohl. "It's … [Read more...] about Johnson returns to lineup, Kohl shines as Hawks top North to end regular season

Ankeny boys snap 4-game losing skid against Centennial behind ex-Jaguars

January 13, 2022 by Dan Holm

A year ago, Lio Aguirre helped the Ankeny Centennial boys' basketball team to a pair of victories over its crosstown rival. On Tuesday, the sophomore forward returned to the Centennial gym and played a key role as Ankeny posted a 58-48 win over the Jaguars. He had a double-double with 15 points and 12 rebounds. "It was pretty exciting for me honestly," … [Read more...] about Ankeny boys snap 4-game losing skid against Centennial behind ex-Jaguars

Four-star recruit: Ankeny QB Kohl ranked No. 223 nationally by Rivals

November 30, 2021 by Dan Holm

Ankeny quarterback JJ Kohl is now listed as a four-star recruit on Rivals. Kohl, a 6-foot-6, 225-pound junior, is ranked No. 223 nationally in the Class of 2023. He is the No. 5 prospect in the state of Iowa and No. 14 nationally at his position. Kohl helped the Hawks to a 10-3 record and a runner-up finish in Class 5A this season. He completed … [Read more...] about Four-star recruit: Ankeny QB Kohl ranked No. 223 nationally by Rivals

Roosevelt has no answers for Hawks’ aerial attack, lousy field position

September 25, 2021 by Dan Holm

The entire first half of Friday's football game at Ankeny Stadium was played on one end of the field. Second-ranked Ankeny took advantage of great field position to build a 42-0 halftime lead and went on to defeat No. 10 Des Moines Roosevelt, 49-6, in a matchup of Group 1 teams in the new Class 5A. "I'm not shocked," said Ankeny coach Rick Nelson. "But … [Read more...] about Roosevelt has no answers for Hawks’ aerial attack, lousy field position

Central Bank Athlete of the Month: JJ Kohl, Ankeny junior

September 25, 2021 by Dan Holm

The quarterback passes for 232 yards and four touchdowns in the first half alone to lead the Hawks to a 49-6 victory over Des Moines Roosevelt. … [Read more...] about Central Bank Athlete of the Month: JJ Kohl, Ankeny junior

‘WE’RE BACK’: Hawks rebound from loss with convincing win over Dowling

September 11, 2021 by Dan Holm

JJ Kohl and the Ankeny football team had something to prove. Kohl tossed four touchdown passes, three of them to Brady McCullough, and the sixth-ranked Hawks bounced back from last week's loss to Ankeny Centennial with a 27-13 victory over No. 2 Dowling Catholic on Friday at Valley Stadium. It was a rematch of last year's Class 4A semifinal that was won … [Read more...] about ‘WE’RE BACK’: Hawks rebound from loss with convincing win over Dowling

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