News Summary

The Indiana High School Athletic Association has unveiled new sectional assignments for the upcoming high school football season. Notably, Cathedral High School is moving down to Class 5A, while New Palestine High School will be advancing into the same classification after their recent championship win. With Decatur Central moving up to 6A and other teams experiencing shifts in sectionals, the competition promises to be fiercer than ever. Fans are gearing up for an exciting season, with tournaments kicking off on October 24th.

Exciting Changes for Indiana High School Football as Sectional Assignments are Unveiled!

As many sports fans in Indiana gear up for the upcoming high school football season, there are some big shifts that have just been announced! In the latest meeting of the Indiana High School Athletic Association (IHSAA), sectional assignments for football were revealed, promising to shake things up a bit for several teams.

Classifications on the Move

This year is particularly noteworthy for Cathedral High School, as they are moving down to Class 5A from 6A – marking a significant change for a school that has historically excelled in the higher classification. After celebrating back-to-back state titles in 2020 and 2021 in Class 5A, Cathedral spent some time in 6A but didn’t manage to earn enough points to stay in that competitive classification. Fans can expect an energetic atmosphere as Cathedral is set to face some fresh opponents in the upcoming season!

On the flip side, there’s good news for New Palestine High School, who is moving up to Class 5A after clinching the state championship in Class 4A last year. This will now put them in the same Sectional 13 as Cathedral, alongside Anderson and Plainfield. Talk about a thrilling sectional showdown! The last time these two teams met in tournament play was in 2021 during the regionals when Cathedral took home the victory. However, there’s a lingering memory from 2019 when New Palestine handed Cathedral a 35-10 defeat during their journey to the state title. Expectations are high as fans eagerly await the rekindling of this rivalry!

New Entrants Shake Things Up

In more exciting news, Decatur Central is making their leap to 6A after conquering the 5A state championship. They will be joining Sectional 6, which features other prominent schools like Lawrence North, Lawrence Central, and North Central. The competition just got a bit fiercer in this top-tier section!

Meanwhile, Whiteland High School, who previously battled alongside Cathedral and New Palestine in Sectional 13, has been moved back to Sectional 14. This section includes teams like Columbus East, East Central, Franklin, and Seymour, creating an interesting dynamic. It’s now the only five-team sectional in the 5A classification, which should make for some nail-biting matchups!

Small Changes, Big Impact

There are also minor changes to Sectional 21 in Class 4A, which now features seven teams: Beech Grove, Greenfield-Central, Mt. Vernon, New Castle, Pendleton Heights, Richmond, and Yorktown. These changes are all intended to enhance competitive play and reflect how well the schools have performed in recent years.

Upcoming Action and What to Expect

Mark your calendars because the sectional football matches kick off on October 24th, setting the stage for fierce competitions. Additionally, soccer enthusiasts should note that boys and girls soccer sectionals begin on October 6, and girls volleyball sectionals are slated for October 14. With so many exciting matchups and changes in classifications, this season is set to engage football fans like never before!

As these football teams ready themselves for the upcoming season, there’s a buzz of excitement in the air. Will new rivalries emerge? Will former champions continue their reign or see surprises unfold? One thing’s for sure – this high school football season in Indiana promises to be thrilling!

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