
Girls State Soccer Tournament Opens in Ames with High‑Stakes Quarterfinal Showdowns
The 2026 Iowa girls soccer state tournament begins today in Ames, Iowa, drawing teams from across the state to contest quarterfinal berths in Classes 1A and 2A.
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The 2026 Iowa girls soccer state tournament begins today in Ames, Iowa, drawing teams from across the state to contest quarterfinal berths in Classes 1A and 2A.

The Cyclones will field a reshaped squad next season, blending returning veterans with fresh transfer additions as they look to stay competitive in the Big 12.

Iowa State is sharpening its 2027 recruiting efforts, highlighted by an upcoming official visit from top prospect Bennett Konkey, whose family ties and on‑field achievements add intrigue to the Cyclones' push.

Four‑star edge rusher Chris Wilson, a 6‑5, 235‑pound talent from Yorktown High School, includes Iowa State among his official visits, but the Tigers are currently viewed as the favorite.