Ankeny Centennial volleyball coach Jessica Rinehart watched her team advance to the state tournament for the seventh time in eight seasons on Tuesday night. This time, she watched the match from home. "Not having Jess there was an additional motivation for us," said Centennial libero Ella Becker. "We knew that she wanted to be there more than anything, … [Read more...] about Jaguars outlast Urbandale in thriller, earn rematch against Ankeny at state
Millie Hill
Ankeny Fanatic Prep of the Week: Millie Hill, Ankeny Centennial volleyball
Senior defensive specialist Millie Hill has helped the Ankeny Centennial volleyball team to a 9-1 record and a No. 5 ranking in Class 5A. She had three digs on Thursday as the Jaguars swept a non-conference match at Ottumwa in three sets. Hill ranks third on the team with 48 digs. She has also completed 73-of-81 serves with five aces. Here is some … [Read more...] about Ankeny Fanatic Prep of the Week: Millie Hill, Ankeny Centennial volleyball
Blimpie Sub of the Week: Millie Hill, Ankeny Centennial volleyball
Junior Millie Hill is a member of the Ankeny Centennial volleyball team. "Millie is a hard worker," said Centennial coach Jessica Rinehart. "She's a great communicator on the court, and we can always count on Millie to come in and provide us a spark. She is super athletic and can make some incredible defensive plays that can change a match." The … [Read more...] about Blimpie Sub of the Week: Millie Hill, Ankeny Centennial volleyball
Centennial, Ankeny girls each score points in 2 events on Friday
Millie Hill has a love-hate relationship with the 400 hurdles. On Friday, the Ankeny Centennial sophomore placed fourth in the event at the girls' Class 4A state meet at Drake Stadium. She posted a time of 1:07.16. "I hate it, but I love it," Hill said. "It's sucky, but I like it. It takes a lot of grit. It goes by fast, so that's a plus." Caroline … [Read more...] about Centennial, Ankeny girls each score points in 2 events on Friday