News Summary

The Wisconsin high school football playoffs are set to begin on October 24, with 224 teams qualifying for the postseason action. Fans can expect thrilling matchups across seven divisions, culminating in the state title games at Camp Randall Stadium on November 20-21. Notable teams include Waunakee, Arrowhead, and Muskego in Division 1, with many exciting first-round games on the horizon. Stay updated on brackets and schedules through the WIAA’s official website as the countdown to kickoff begins!

Wisconsin High School Football Playoffs Kick Off with a Bang!

As the sun sets on the Wisconsin high school football regular season, excitement is spreading like wildfire among fans, players, and coaches alike. The regular season wrapped up on October 17, where teams fought hard for glory on the field, leading to a remarkable 224 programs qualifying for the postseason action! Get ready for some thrilling games as the playoffs kick-off on October 24 at 7 p.m.

Playoff Brackets Are Here!

The Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association (WIAA) brought the hype with a live announcement of the playoff brackets on October 18. Football enthusiasts can look forward to the thrilling postseason spread across seven divisions of 11-player football, culminating in the state title games set for November 20-21 at Camp Randall Stadium in Madison. It’s the moment every player dreams of!

Division Highlights to Watch

Let’s break down the divisions and peek at some of the early matchups!

Division 1

In the top tier, the number one seeds are ready to make a statement. We have Waunakee, Arrowhead, Muskego, and Franklin leading the pack. Notable area teams include:

  • Section 1: No. 4 Mukwonago (6-3) and No. 5 Oconomowoc (5-4)
  • Section 2: No. 1 Arrowhead (8-1) and No. 2 Sussex Hamilton (7-2)
  • Section 3: No. 1 Muskego (8-1) and No. 4 Racine Case (7-2)
  • Section 4: No. 1 Franklin (9-0) and No. 2 Milwaukee Reagan (8-1)

Fans should circle their calendars for first-round matchups like Mukwonago battling Oconomowoc and Arrowhead facing Wausau West. The energy will be off the charts!

Division 2

In Division 2, the top seeds comprise River Falls, Notre Dame, West De Pere, and Homestead. Excitement brews with area matchups pitting Milwaukee Rufus King against Wauwatosa East and Slinger battling West Bend West. These teams are ready to rumble!

Division 3

Next up, Division 3 features prominent squads such as Grafton, Catholic Memorial, Edgewood, and New Berlin West. Don’t miss the fiery first-round games where Grafton takes on Medford, and Catholic Memorial faces Jefferson. Both games have the potential for serious drama!

Division 4

Moving to Division 4, the top dogs include Aquinas, Winneconne, Columbus, and Racine St. Catherine’s. Be sure to keep an eye on the game between Milwaukee North/Lifelong Learning and Winneconne—this will be one to watch!

Division 5 to 7

This postseason frenzy doesn’t let up! Division 5 has Grantsburg, Tomahawk, Mayville, and Lake Country Lutheran in the spotlight. Division 6 showcases Regis, Edgar, Darlington, and Manitowoc Lutheran as strong competitors. Lastly, in Division 7, the top seeds are Cochrane-Fountain City, Lourdes Academy, Black Hawk/Warren, and Kenosha St. Joseph Catholic.

Stay Updated!

For those itching to know more about the playoff journey, the complete brackets for each division are available on the WIAA’s official football tournament page. Fans can also sign up for the Headline Newsletter to stay updated on the latest playoff happenings throughout the season.

If you’re planning to catch these electrifying games live, make sure to check the WIAA website for all the essential details on schedules, ticket information, and venue guidelines. The countdown to kickoff has begun, and it’s going to be a wild ride!

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