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On December 6, 2025, Anamosa, Iowa, will host the thrilling Rivalry Saturday, featuring eight elite high school girls’ basketball games. With teams like Maquoketa Valley, Johnston, and Cedar Rapids Prairie competing, fans can expect intense matchups and bright future prospects. This showcase promises to bring excitement to basketball enthusiasts, making it a must-attend event.

Exciting Basketball Showdown Set for Anamosa!

Mark your calendars, basketball fans! On December 6, 2025, Anamosa, Iowa, will become the epicenter of high school girls’ basketball with the much-anticipated event dubbed “Rivalry Saturday.” Eight elite games are scheduled, promising thrilling matchups that showcase some of the best talent from Iowa and beyond. As we come out of Thanksgiving weekend this year, the excitement is already building!

The Showdown Begins Early

The action kicks off bright and early at 9:00 a.m. with a matchup between two sensational teams: 2A No. 9 Maquoketa Valley, with an impressive record of 23-3, goes head-to-head against 1A No. 3 Gladbrook-Reinbeck, who are sporting a strong 21-4 this season. Both teams have already secured spots in the state qualifiers for 2025, and the focus will be on Gladbrook-Reinbeck’s power duo, seniors Elly Sieh and Kennedy Brant. Maquoketa Valley will be counting on the skills of sophomore Audra Burbridge and senior Grace Richter to lead them to victory.

Big Names and Bright Futures

At 10:40 a.m., get ready for an exciting clash between 1A No. 4 Springville (with a record of 20-5) and Turkey Valley (sitting at 17-6). These teams have a history of being formidable opponents as past Class 1A championship contenders in 2016 and 2017. Watch for Springville’s towering forward Rowan Jacobi, who’s already committed to the University of South Dakota.

As 12:20 p.m. rolls around, it’ll be time to catch 3A No. 8 Mediapolis (standing strong at 21-3) as they face off against 3A No. 10 Tipton (with a record of 16-7). This is no small feat for Tipton, who are looking to turn their fortunes around after two consecutive seasons of 16-7. Mediapolis will be leaning on their three double-digit scorers to maintain their winning streak!

The Headliner Game

The true highlight of the day is set for 2:00 p.m.. It’s the highly anticipated interstate showdown between 5A No. 1 Johnston, boasting an undefeated record of 26-0, and Wisconsin’s fierce competitor, Madison Edgewood, who comes into the match with a 28-2 record. Johnston is on a quest for a third consecutive state title, while Edgewood will be looking for redemption after a gut-wrenching triple-overtime loss in last year’s Wisconsin Division 2 championship.

The Action Continues

As the day continues, a compelling matchup unfolds at 3:40 p.m. when 5A No. 4 Iowa City Liberty (record of 17-7) takes on 3A No. 2 Williamsburg (boasting an impressive 24-3). After making their state tournament debut, Iowa City Liberty returns with three experienced starters, eager to make an even bigger impact this season.

Next up at 5:20 p.m. is a clash between 5A No. 6 Iowa City West (with a record of 15-9) and 3A No. 5 Mount Vernon (standing at an impressive 26-1). Mount Vernon is under new head coach Jacob Misener and brings back the talented senior twins, Courtney and Taylor Franck, who are making waves in the game.

Final Stretch

The final two games of the day are sure to be thrilling as well. At 7:00 p.m., 5A No. 5 Cedar Rapids Prairie (holding a 20-5 record) squares off against 3A No. 1 Maquoketa (who has made waves this season at 21-3). With three returning key players, Cedar Rapids Prairie is looking to capitalize on past experiences, while Maquoketa aims to shine after their first-ever state tournament appearance.

The last game kicks off at 8:40 p.m., featuring 5A No. 7 Cedar Rapids Washington (set at 13-10) against 4A No. 5 Clear Creek Amana (with a record of 15-8). Both teams will be eager to finish the day strong, and they both have solid rosters looking for redemption after falling short of the state tournament last season.

Come Join the Fun!

This remarkable day of basketball is sure to draw considerable attention and excitement, showcasing top high school talent. Whether you’re a die-hard fan or just looking for an entertaining way to spend your Saturday, come down to Anamosa High School on December 6 and be part of this thrilling basketball extravaganza! The adrenaline, the rivalry, and the top-notch talent will all be there. Don’t miss it!

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