Tuesday marked the resumption of the Iowa High School Athletic Association State Baseball Tournament, a day after Monday’s slate was halted by severe weather that forced a delay across the state.
The Class 3A semifinals delivered drama on the diamond, as extra‑inning contests determined which teams would advance to the finals.
Extra‑Inning Thrills
North Polk faced Western Dubuque in a ten‑inning duel that ended 7‑6 in favor of the Hawks, keeping their championship hopes alive.
MOC‑Floyd Valley also moved forward, downing Cedar Rapids Xavier 4‑2 after a solid nine‑inning effort that featured a balanced attack and steady defense.
Dominant Showings in Lower Classes
In Class 2A, Pleasantville delivered a commanding 10‑0 victory over Ridge View, a performance highlighted by Brayden Kennedy’s six strikeouts and a flawless five‑inning outing.
Durant and Cascade each secured 2‑1 wins in their respective matchups; for Durant, Kaden Sickels collected two hits and Colby Gast completed a full game, while Cascade’s Jackson Green fanned nine batters and yielded just five hits.
The tournament’s resilience in the face of weather setbacks and the emergence of standout performances underscore the competitive spirit of Iowa’s high school baseball landscape.