News Summary

As the summer baseball season approaches, the Iowa High School Baseball Coaches Association has unveiled the preseason rankings for all classes. Leading the pack in Class 4A is Iowa City High, while Dubuque Wahlert tops Class 3A, Underwood dominates Class 2A, and Remsen St. Mary’s secures the top spot in Class 1A. With strong competition expected, the rankings promise a thrilling season ahead for fans and players alike.

Excitement Builds in Iowa as High School Baseball Preseason Rankings Unveiled!

As summer approaches, it’s that time of the year when the thrill of high school baseball fills the air! Fans and players alike eagerly await the release of the preseason rankings by the Iowa High School Baseball Coaches Association (IHSBCA), and the wait is finally over! On May 28, 2025, the rankings were announced, and they are sure to stir up some friendly competition across the state.

Class 4A: Iowa City High Takes the Lead

In the top rung, Class 4A, Iowa City High has claimed the coveted No. 1 spot. This is no small feat, as they will be facing fierce competition throughout the season. Following closely behind them are Johnston and Dallas Center-Grimes, who secured the second and third spots, respectively. The rest of the top ten in Class 4A features:

  1. Iowa City High
  2. Johnston
  3. Dallas Center-Grimes
  4. Waukee
  5. Pleasant Valley
  6. Waukee Northwest
  7. Ottumwa
  8. Sioux City East
  9. Cedar Rapids Kennedy
  10. Cedar Rapids Prairie

Several other schools also received votes in this competitive class, including Ankeny Centennial, Indianola, Iowa City Liberty, Linn-Mar, and Southeast Polk. The stakes are high, and the pressure is on as the season kicks off!

Dubuque Wahlert Shines in Class 3A

Moving down a notch, Class 3A has its own set of champions as Dubuque Wahlert snags the No. 1 ranking. They’re not alone at the top, however, and will be challenged by some strong contenders like Pella and Marion, who round out the top three. The Class 3A rankings comprise:

  1. Dubuque Wahlert
  2. Pella
  3. Marion
  4. Bishop Heelan
  5. Algona
  6. Western Dubuque
  7. Clear Creek-Amana
  8. Sergeant Bluff-Luton
  9. MOC-Floyd Valley
  10. North Polk

Other teams that received mentions include Bondurant-Farrar, Boone, Davenport Assumption, Grinnell, and Harlan. The energy is electric, and fans are buzzing about what’s to come!

Underwood Dominates Class 2A Rankings

A little lower down the list, Class 2A sees Underwood taking charge with the top ranking. The competition is fierce here too, with Unity Christian and Pleasantville following closely behind in the second and third positions. The Class 2A rankings are as follows:

  1. Underwood
  2. Unity Christian
  3. Pleasantville
  4. West Lyon
  5. Northeast
  6. Chariton
  7. Wilton
  8. Van Meter
  9. New Hampton
  10. Sumner-Fredericksburg

Several other teams, such as Dyersville Beckman, Cascade, Estherville-Lincoln Central, Mid-Prairie, and West Marshall, also garnered votes, emphasizing the competitive spirit in this class.

Remsen St. Mary’s Leads Class 1A

Finally, in Class 1A, Remsen St. Mary’s flexes its muscles as the top team. The race is on for the other teams, including Saint Ansgar and North Linn, who took the second and third places. The top ten rankings for Class 1A feature:

  1. Remsen St. Mary’s
  2. Saint Ansgar
  3. North Linn
  4. Sigourney
  5. Martensdale-St. Marys
  6. Coon Rapids-Bayard
  7. Bedford
  8. Don Bosco
  9. Woodbine
  10. Lynnville-Sully

Other honorable mentions in this division include Akron-Westfield, Bishop Garrigan, Hillcrest Academy, Mason City Newman, and Wapsie Valley.

As the season unfolds, fans can expect thrilling matchups and incredible talent on display across all rankings. Every game counts, and the pursuit of the championship promises to bring *unforgettable moments* for players and supporters alike. Grab your gloves and get ready for a summer filled with excitement!

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