Iowa High School Football State Championships Approaching
In Iowa City, the atmosphere is buzzing as the high school football postseason kicks into high gear. With only sixteen teams left in the hunt for a state championship across seven classes, excitement is building as Friday, November 1, approaches. The Iowa High School Athletic Association has announced the pairings for the next round of playoffs, paving the way for thrilling matchups.
The upcoming games will start at 7 p.m. on November 1, except where noted. Each class has been divided into four brackets containing four teams. Teams that advance this week will move on to the quarterfinals, while the ultimate winners will earn their spot in the prestigious state semifinals held at the UNI-Dome in Cedar Falls, where they will be reseeded for the next round of competition.
Looking at the Class 5A, the lineup was determined solely based on RPI rankings, giving teams a clear path based on their performance through the season. For the lower divisions, the Class 4A and Class 3A champions and runners-up automatically secured their spots, while at-large teams earned eligibility through RPI as well.
This week marks the second round for teams in the 2A, 1A, A, and 8-Player classifications, following competitive first-round games. Here are some notable matchups to keep an eye on:
- Pod A: Waukee (6-3) visits Iowa City Liberty (8-1), and Linn-Mar (7-2) travels to Ankeny (5-4).
- Pod B: Cedar Falls (5-4) faces off against West Des Moines Dowling (8-1) at Mediacom Stadium.
- Pod C: Matchups include Iowa City West (5-4) at Bettendorf (8-1) and Southeast Polk (5-4) at Pleasant Valley (7-2).
- Pod D: Sioux City East (6-3) will take on West Des Moines Valley (7-2), while Waterloo West (6-3) goes to Johnston (7-2).
The competition is heating up, and teams are ready to give it their all for a chance at the ultimate prize. Fans are encouraged to support their local teams as they fight for glory on the football field in the upcoming exciting matchups.
