News Summary

The Iowa Girls High School Athletic Union has released the latest soccer rankings as of May 1, 2025. Waukee Northwest takes the top spot in Class 3A, while Waverly-Shell Rock and Denver lead Class 2A and Class 1A respectively. The competitive landscape has shifted with notable teams moving in and out of the rankings, keeping fans excited for the ongoing season. As athletic talent rises, both supporters and athletes are eager to see how the season unfolds.

Exciting Times for Iowa High School Girls Soccer with New Rankings!

Hey there, soccer fans! It’s that time of the week again when the Iowa Girls High School Athletic Union rolls out its hotly anticipated soccer rankings. And let me tell you, there are some thrilling updates coming out of Iowa!

As of May 1, 2025, Waukee Northwest has strutted its way to the top of the Class 3A rankings, holding onto that coveted No. 1 spot. These athletes have been dazzling spectators with their skills and teamwork, making them a team to watch this season.

But hold onto your cleats! Waverly-Shell Rock is making headlines in Class 2A as they also snagged the No. 1 position, proving that they are a force to be reckoned with on the field. And let’s not forget about the mighty Denver, who is leading the pack in Class 1A with an impressive performance so far this season. These teams have been nothing short of stellar, and their fans couldn’t be prouder!

Class 3A Rankings Breakdown

The full rundown for Class 3A looks like this:

  1. Waukee Northwest
  2. West Des Moines Valley
  3. Ankeny Centennial
  4. Waukee
  5. Linn-Mar
  6. Iowa City Liberty
  7. Ankeny
  8. Muscatine
  9. Pleasant Valley
  10. Bettendorf
  11. Johnston
  12. Dowling Catholic
  13. Ames
  14. Iowa City West
  15. Cedar Rapids Prairie (Newcomer)

In an interesting twist, Urbandale has dropped out of the rankings, previously sitting at No. 13. This just shows how competitive the landscape is getting this season!

Class 2A Thunder

Moving on to Class 2A, here’s what the rankings look like:

  1. Waverly-Shell Rock
  2. Dallas Center-Grimes
  3. North Polk
  4. Cedar Rapids Xavier
  5. Norwalk
  6. Lewis Central
  7. Independence
  8. Spencer
  9. ADM
  10. Bondurant-Farrar
  11. North Scott
  12. Pella
  13. Marion
  14. Indianola
  15. Mount Vernon (Newcomer)

This week has seen Carlisle departing the rankings, a notable shift as they previously held that No. 15 spot. It looks like there’s a lot of movement happening!

Class 1A Rankings: Excitement Continues

And finally, don’t forget about the thrilling Class 1A, where the competition is heating up:

  1. Denver
  2. Sioux City Bishop Heelan
  3. Davenport Assumption
  4. Des Moines Christian
  5. Treynor
  6. Hudson
  7. Gilbert
  8. Dike-New Hartford
  9. Council Bluffs St. Albert
  10. Nevada
  11. Center Point-Urbana
  12. Tri-Center
  13. Sioux Center
  14. Beckman Catholic
  15. Maquoketa (Newcomer)

Meanwhile, Aplington-Parkersburg has made its exit from the rankings after previously holding the No. 14 spot. This keeps things fresh and competitive—the perfect recipe for an electrifying season!

What’s Next?

With these rankings now out in the open, soccer fans across Iowa are buzzing about what’s to come. Will Waukee Northwest maintain their top position? Can Waverly-Shell Rock and Denver hold their ground? Only time will tell, but one thing’s for sure: The excitement is just getting started!

Keep your eyes peeled for more match-ups and score updates as these talented teams aim for glory on the grassy battlegrounds of Iowa. Put on your jerseys, grab your face paint, and let’s support our young athletes in this exhilarating season of high school girls soccer!

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