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Olivia Sharar

Indiana State’s Sharar to transfer to Minnesota State-Mankato

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Former Ankeny soccer standout Olivia Sharar is coming home. Well, sort of. The Indiana State midfielder has decided to transfer to Minnesota State-Mankato in order to be closer to her family. "Some people might hate being close to home, but I personally love it here," said Sharar. "I also just felt that (Indiana State) just wasn't where I belonged … [Read more...] about Indiana State’s Sharar to transfer to Minnesota State-Mankato

Ankeny Fanatic Prep of the Week: Carlie Jensen, Ankeny Centennial girls’ soccer

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Senior midfielder Carlie Jensen is one of the top returning players for the Ankeny Centennial girls' soccer team. She helped the Jaguars to a 16-4 record last year and was named to the all-tournament team after the Jaguars reached the Class 3A semifinals. Jensen led the team with 10 goals and eight assists. She was selected to the Class 3A all-state … [Read more...] about Ankeny Fanatic Prep of the Week: Carlie Jensen, Ankeny Centennial girls’ soccer

Revive Clinic and Spa Preps of the Week: Olivia Sharar and Allie Wyckoff, soccer

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Senior Olivia Sharar was named to the all-tournament team after helping the Ankeny girls' soccer team to the Class 3A state title on Saturday. She scored six goals and had seven assists as the Hawkettes posted an 18-4 record this season. Senior Allie Wyckoff helped Ankeny Centennial to a 16-4 mark, including a trip to the Class 3A semifinals. The defender … [Read more...] about Revive Clinic and Spa Preps of the Week: Olivia Sharar and Allie Wyckoff, soccer

GOAAAAAAAAL!!!! Ankeny girls claim crown on Adamson’s game-winner

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Saige Adamson never thought she'd score the game-winning goal in a state championship soccer game. As a defender, she always figured she'd be the one to stop the other team from scoring. On Saturday, Ankeny's senior captain managed to do both. While recording another clean sheet, Adamson also took advantage of a rare scoring opportunity in the box, … [Read more...] about GOAAAAAAAAL!!!! Ankeny girls claim crown on Adamson’s game-winner