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Hawkettes survive tussle with Ames, will host Urbandale in regional final

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The Ankeny girls' soccer team got a tougher-than-expected matchup in its postseason opener. The second-ranked Hawkettes defeated visiting Ames, 2-0, in a Class 3A regional semifinal on Tuesday. The Little Cyclones finished the season with a 10-9 mark. "I think they got screwed with their seed--they're not a 4 seed," said Ankeny coach Simon Brown. "And … [Read more...] about Hawkettes survive tussle with Ames, will host Urbandale in regional final

Macke records hat trick, leads Ankeny girls past Iowa City West on Senior Night

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Alli Macke recorded a hat trick and the Ankeny girls' soccer team erupted for five goals in the second half to post a 5-0 victory over visiting Iowa City West in a non-conference game on Monday. The fourth-ranked Hawkettes finished the regular season with a 10-3-1 record. "We challenged the girls to have more conviction and passion the second half, and … [Read more...] about Macke records hat trick, leads Ankeny girls past Iowa City West on Senior Night

Pritchard-to-Pitz connection gives Hawkettes 1-0 victory over No. 2 Valley

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Jenna Pitz and the Ankeny girls' soccer team appear to be peaking at the right time. Pitz scored the game's only goal in the first half and the fourth-ranked Hawkettes went on to beat visiting Valley, 1-0, in the CIML Conference finale for both teams on Friday. The No. 2 Tigers were held scoreless for only the second time this season. "It's a really … [Read more...] about Pritchard-to-Pitz connection gives Hawkettes 1-0 victory over No. 2 Valley

Dietz, Hawkettes roll past Urbandale, will host showdown vs. No. 2 Valley Friday

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At times this season, the Ankeny girls' soccer team has struggled to find the net. That wasn't a problem on Tuesday night. Camryn Dietz scored a pair of goals and the fourth-ranked Hawkettes rolled to a 4-0 victory over No. 12 Urbandale in a CIML Conference game at Ankeny. "A couple of the girls really set themselves apart," said Ankeny coach Simon … [Read more...] about Dietz, Hawkettes roll past Urbandale, will host showdown vs. No. 2 Valley Friday

IT’S A DRAW: Hawkettes, Jaguars battle to 0-0 tie in rain-shortened contest

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This wasn't the ending that anybody wanted. Friday night's Ankeny Derby showdown between the fourth-ranked Ankeny girls' soccer team and No. 8 Ankeny Centennial ended in a 0-0 draw when the game was called off early in the second half due to rain and lightning at Northview Stadium. The boys' contest was postponed to Saturday at 6 p.m. "I think both … [Read more...] about IT’S A DRAW: Hawkettes, Jaguars battle to 0-0 tie in rain-shortened contest

Hawkettes, Jaguars seeking consistency after Tournament of Champions

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The results on the field were not the biggest concern for the Ankeny and Ankeny Centennial girls' soccer teams as both squads played in the Tournament of Champions on Friday and Saturday at Bettendorf. For the fourth-ranked Hawkettes, the games seemed irrelevant after junior midfielder Allie Heller suffered a broken leg during the first half of Friday's … [Read more...] about Hawkettes, Jaguars seeking consistency after Tournament of Champions

‘We need to play better’: Hawkettes tumble to No. 1 Waukee Northwest

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The Ankeny girls' soccer team is hoping to get another shot at top-ranked Waukee Northwest. The Wolves remained unbeaten with a 2-0 victory at No. 6 Ankeny on Tuesday. They also moved closer to the CIML Conference title, improving to 5-0 in the league and 9-0 overall. The Hawkettes' records dropped to 3-2 and 6-2. "We know what we have to improve … [Read more...] about ‘We need to play better’: Hawkettes tumble to No. 1 Waukee Northwest

Hawkettes shut down Dowling Catholic, Anliker for 2-0 road victory

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The back line for the Ankeny girls' soccer team faced its biggest test of the season on Thursday. The Hawkettes were up to the challenge. Sixth-ranked Ankeny held Dowling Catholic striker Ella Anliker without a goal and defeated the No. 5 Maroons, 2-0, in a CIML Conference game at Dowling. "With players like Ella, she's a difference-maker," said … [Read more...] about Hawkettes shut down Dowling Catholic, Anliker for 2-0 road victory

Hawkettes erupt for 4 goals in final 40 minutes to win on road at S.E. Polk

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The Ankeny girls' soccer team had to wait more than a week to get back on the field after suffering its first loss of the season. The eighth-ranked Hawkettes returned to action on Tuesday and used a dominant second half to post a 4-0 victory at Southeast Polk. They scored all four of their goals in the final 40 minutes to hand the Rams their third … [Read more...] about Hawkettes erupt for 4 goals in final 40 minutes to win on road at S.E. Polk

Hawkettes take ‘punch to the throat’, tumble at Johnston in penalty kicks

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After Friday's win over Waukee, Ankeny girls' soccer coach Simon Brown said his team wouldn't have any easy games this season in the CIML Conference. If Monday's contest at Johnston was any indication, he was right. The ninth-ranked Dragons entered the game with a 0-2 record, but they battled No. 2 Ankeny for 100 scoreless minutes before winning a … [Read more...] about Hawkettes take ‘punch to the throat’, tumble at Johnston in penalty kicks

Another 1-0 decision: Paoli’s goal allows No. 2 Hawkettes to edge Waukee

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Friday's matchup at the Ankeny High School soccer field featured a pair of girls' teams that had yet to allow a goal this season. It's not surprising that one goal was enough to determine the outcome. Freshman Ava Paoli found the net early in the second half and second-ranked Ankeny went on to defeat visiting Waukee, 1-0, in a CIML Conference … [Read more...] about Another 1-0 decision: Paoli’s goal allows No. 2 Hawkettes to edge Waukee

Hawkettes stay perfect with wins over C.B. Lincoln, Ames at Crosstown Invite

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Despite some cold and windy weather, the Ankeny girls' soccer team remained unbeaten with a pair of victories this weekend in the Crosstown Invitational on its home turf. The second-ranked Hawkettes defeated No. 7 Council Bluffs Lincoln, 1-0, on Friday. They then followed with a 2-0 win over Ames on Saturday to raise their record to 3-0. Ankeny has yet … [Read more...] about Hawkettes stay perfect with wins over C.B. Lincoln, Ames at Crosstown Invite

Freshman scores game-winner in OT, Close posts shutout in Ankeny’s victory

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A couple of newcomers helped the Ankeny girls' soccer team to a season-opening victory on Tuesday. Freshman Sydney Van Houweling scored the game-winning goal in overtime to give the Hawkettes a 1-0 triumph at North Polk in a non-conference contest. She found the net with a blast from about 20 yards out in the final minute of the first extra … [Read more...] about Freshman scores game-winner in OT, Close posts shutout in Ankeny’s victory

Hawkettes return 7 starters from team that conceded only 2 goals in 2022

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With the return of senior goalkeeper Jasmine Moser, the Ankeny girls' soccer team will likely boast another formidable defensive unit in 2023. The Hawkettes posted an 18-2 record a year ago and allowed just two goals all season. They advanced to the semifinals of the Class 3A state tournament before falling to Council Bluffs Lincoln, 1-0, in … [Read more...] about Hawkettes return 7 starters from team that conceded only 2 goals in 2022

Ankeny star Gibson named to United Soccer Coaches All-North Region team

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During the season, senior Eden Gibson was the leader of a defensive unit that resembled a brick wall, allowing just two goals during the entire girls' soccer campaign. Now, the Ankeny standout has been rewarded for her efforts. Gibson has been named to the 2022 United Soccer Coaches All-North Region team. She was joined on the squad by senior defender … [Read more...] about Ankeny star Gibson named to United Soccer Coaches All-North Region team

‘We didn’t do enough to win’: Hawkettes end season with OT loss to C.B. Lincoln

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Ankeny girls' soccer coach Simon Brown was left in a state of shock. His players were stunned as well. The third-ranked Hawkettes saw their season come to a bitter end on Thursday at Cownie Park, where Council Bluffs Lincoln's Hanna Schimmer scored the golden goal in overtime to give the No. 2 Lynx a 1-0 victory in the semifinals of the Class 3A state … [Read more...] about ‘We didn’t do enough to win’: Hawkettes end season with OT loss to C.B. Lincoln

Matthews scores winning goal, then gets sweaty hugs as Hawkettes advance

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Most people don't like sweaty hugs. Ankeny senior Avery Matthews doesn't seem to mind them, though. Matthews scored the game's only goal in the 76th minute and the third-ranked Hawkettes defeated No. 7 Pleasant Valley, 1-0, in the quarterfinals of the girls' Class 3A state soccer tournament on Tuesday at Cownie Park. "It was incredible," Matthews … [Read more...] about Matthews scores winning goal, then gets sweaty hugs as Hawkettes advance

‘The girls were fantastic’: Hawkettes top Cedar Falls, earn 5th straight trip to state

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Kennedy Macke grabbed the state qualifier banner from Ankeny Activities Director Andy Umthun and held it high above her head as her Ankeny girls' soccer teammates screamed with joy. The ultimate prize that Macke wants, though, is the Class 3A championship trophy. "With being on the wrong side of the final last year, there's no lack of motivation in … [Read more...] about ‘The girls were fantastic’: Hawkettes top Cedar Falls, earn 5th straight trip to state