News Summary

Iowa’s high school football season enters an exhilarating Week 5 with 158 games scheduled. Top-ranked teams are set to clash, featuring thrilling matchups such as Fort Dodge vs. Sergeant Bluff-Luton and Liberty vs. Iowa City West. Fans can expect intense competition as teams vie for glory in various classifications. As scores pour in, the excitement continues to build among players and fans alike. Join the conversation and share your game day experiences with #Local5Blitz. It’s a thrilling time to rally behind Iowa’s young athletes and witness the passion of high school football!

Exciting Week 5 of Iowa High School Football Kicks Off in Style

It’s that exhilarating time of year again, folks! Football lights are shining bright across Iowa as we dive into Week 5 of the high school football season. With a whopping 158 games taking place this Friday, September 26, there’s no shortage of excitement or action unfolding on the gridiron.

Top Teams Battle It Out

This week, we have an impressive 23 matchups featuring teams that are ranked in the statewide top 25. If you’re looking to catch some intense competition, here are a few notable games that are generating buzz:

  • Sioux City East at Ankeny
  • Clear Lake at Independence
  • Iowa City Liberty at Iowa City West
  • Algona at MOC-Floyd Valley

Key Matches to Watch

For fans of high-stakes games, all eyes should be on the matchup between No. 9 Fort Dodge and No. 13 Sergeant Bluff-Luton at 7:00 PM. Fort Dodge aims to keep its undefeated streak alive while Sergeant Bluff-Luton is looking to score a big win of their own. This clash promises to be an edge-of-the-seat thriller!

Meanwhile, No. 7 Liberty is seeking to bounce back from previous setbacks as they take on No. 16 Iowa City West. With so much on the line, this game is a must-see for any football fanatic.

A Snapshot of Classifications

Here’s what we’ve got lined up across the IHSAA classifications this week:

  • IHSAA 5A: 18 games, spotlight on Liberty vs. Iowa City West.
  • IHSAA 4A: 22 games, featuring the pivotal clash of Fort Dodge vs. Sergeant Bluff-Luton.
  • IHSAA 3A: 22 games, highlighted by No. 12 Bishop Heelan Catholic facing off against undefeated Sioux Center.
  • IHSAA 2A: 39 games, with No. 8 Kuemper squaring off against Southeast Valley.
  • IHSAA 1A: 32 games, headlining No. 14 Grundy Center going up against Clarion-Goldfield/DOWS.
  • IHSAA A: 38 games, kicking off with St. Albert squaring off against Westwood.
  • IHSAA Class 8 Man: 35 games, opening with Kee vs. Calamus-Wheatland.

Scores Flooding In

As games unfold, scores start pouring in, keeping fans on the edge of their seats. Here’s a sampling of some of the scores you might have missed:

  • AHSTW 49, Southwest Valley 12
  • Ankeny 26, Sioux City East 20
  • Ankeny Centennial 42, Urbandale 0
  • Davenport Assumption 35, Central Clinton 31
  • Bishop Heelan Catholic 28, Sioux Center 15
  • Fort Dodge 0, Sergeant Bluff-Luton 38
  • Liberty Center 46, Montezuma 28
  • St. Ansgar 36, Nashua-Plainfield 0
  • St. Albert 54, Westwood 26
  • Webster City 21, Humboldt 14

Join the Conversation!

Don’t forget, fans can share their game day excitement! Feel free to post your photos and videos using #Local5Blitz or text them to 515-457-1026. It’s a fantastic way to capture the spirit of high school football and connect with fellow fans.

As Week 5 unfolds, let’s rally around our teams and cheer them on! The passion of the games, the hustle on the field, and the thrill of every touchdown make this football season one for the books! Enjoy the games!

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