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Fort Dodge is abuzz as it prepares to host the 2025 Iowa High School Softball State Tournament from July 21 to July 25 at Harlan Rogers Sports Complex. With four days filled with crucial matchups, fans are eagerly anticipating intense competitions across various classes, including Class 1A, 2A, 3A, 4A, and 5A. As teams aim for championship glory, the excitement is palpable, promising an unforgettable experience for students, families, and local sports enthusiasts alike.

Excitement Builds in Fort Dodge for Iowa High School Softball State Tournament

Fort Dodge is buzzing with excitement as the 2025 Iowa High School Softball State Tournament gears up to bring a week packed with nail-biting matchups and high-stakes action. This four-day tournament is set to run from July 21 to July 25 at the bustling Harlan Rogers Sports Complex. It’s the ultimate showdown for high school athletes, and everyone is eager to see who will come out on top!

Class 1A Kicks Off the Action

The tournament kicks off with the Class 1A matches on Tuesday, July 21. Softball fans, mark your calendars for these thrilling face-offs:

  • 4:45 p.m.: No. 1 Wayne (25-2) vs. No. 8 Highland (17-9) at Channel Seeds Field
  • 5:15 p.m.: No. 4 Riverside (24-3) vs. No. 5 Newell-Fonda (24-11) at Iowa Central Field
  • 7:00 p.m.: No. 2 Clarksville (28-4) vs. No. 7 Mason City Newman (24-5) at Channel Seeds Field
  • 7:30 p.m.: No. 3 Wapsie Valley (29-4) vs. No. 6 Fort Dodge St. Edmond (24-10) at Iowa Central Field

These matchups are sure to keep fans on the edge of their seats as teams battle for a shot at the championship!

Results from Class 2A

Things heated up quickly in the Class 2A brackets, with some incredible performances on July 21. Here are the results that brought smiles to the winning teams:

  • Van Meter defeated East Marshall with a score of 11-3
  • West Fork came out on top against Durant, winning 7-1
  • Louisa-Muscatine took the victory against West Monona, finishing 5-2
  • West Lyon triumphed over Cascade with a score of 10-2

The excitement continues with the Class 2A semifinals scheduled for July 22. Here’s what to expect:

  • 3:00 p.m.: No. 1 Van Meter (32-2) vs. No. 5 West Fork (23-6) at Iowa Central Field
  • 5:15 p.m.: No. 2 Louisa-Muscatine (30-6) vs. No. 3 West Lyon (29-1) at Iowa Central Field

Class 3A and 4A Results Show Tough Competition

The competition level ramped up in Class 3A where several teams put on impressive displays:

  • Dubuque Wahlert edged Center Point-Urbana with a tight score of 1-0
  • Prairie City-Monroe snatched victory from West Liberty, winning 5-4
  • On Tuesday, Williamsburg managed a decisive win over Washington with a score of 7-2
  • Albia beat Estherville-Lincoln Central 2-1

The Class 3A semifinals are set for July 23 with:

  • 2:30 p.m.: No. 1 Dubuque Wahlert (36-7) vs. Prairie City-Monroe (26-4) at Channel Seeds Field
  • 4:45 p.m.: No. 2 Williamsburg (34-7) vs. No. 3 Albia (29-3) at Channel Seeds Field

Thrilling Class 4A Battles

In Class 4A, the action was equally intense with several noteworthy results:

  • Pella defeated Cedar Rapids Xavier by 5-1
  • Adel-DeSoto-Minburn clinched victory against Dallas Center-Grimes, winning 4-1
  • North Scott triumphed over Norwalk with a score of 7-1
  • North Polk narrowly beat Western Dubuque in a close match, 8-7

The Class 4A semifinals will take place on July 23:

  • 10:00 a.m.: No. 8 Pella (23-12) vs. No. 5 Adel-DeSoto-Minburn (28-8) at Channel Seeds Field
  • 12:15 p.m.: No. 7 North Scott (30-11) vs. No. 3 North Polk (35-5) at Channel Seeds Field

The Drama Continues for Class 5A

Finally, rounding out the tournament, Class 5A saw some fantastic performances as well:

  • Waukee Northwest beat Dowling Catholic with a score of 4-0
  • Ankeny Centennial took down WDM Valley with a commanding 9-0
  • Linn-Mar had a solid performance, winning against Pleasant Valley 5-1
  • Cedar Falls secured a thrilling win over Southeast Polk, finishing 12-11

Semifinals will be held on July 23 at Iowa Central Field:

  • 10:30 a.m.: No. 1 Waukee Northwest (38-5) vs. No. 4 Ankeny Centennial (33-9)
  • 12:45 p.m.: No. 2 Linn-Mar (34-6) vs. No. 6 Cedar Falls (31-9)

Get Ready to Root for Your Teams!

The daily admission to watch these thrilling games is just $15, making it an affordable outing for sports fans and families. Mark your calendars and head to the Harlan Rogers Sports Complex, located at 1628 Nelson Ave., Fort Dodge, Iowa. Don’t miss out on the excitement as the teams battle it out for a shot at the championship glory!

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