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Substate finals for Classes 3A and 4A are scheduled for July 15, while state tournaments for all classes will kick off on July 20 in Carroll and Cedar Rapids. Notable wins include a 5-4 thriller for Waterloo West and a no-hitter from Zander Murray.
Miles Degner, a 15‑year‑old from Cedar Rapids, independently applied to a competitive international basketball tour, earning a spot among older foreign athletes in Costa Rica and now eyes a college future.
The upcoming state tournament features detailed brackets and matchups, with quarterfinals, semifinals and finals spread across two venues.
Union College welcomes a large group of freshmen after a 22‑win season, hoping their combined experience and skill will finally break the program's early‑round ECAC curse.
The Iowa High School Baseball Coaches Association has unveiled its 40th Annual All-Academic Teams, celebrating senior players who excel on the field, in the classroom, and as community leaders. The roster includes local standouts and a summer All-Star Series scheduled for Cedar Rapids.
The 2026 Iowa high school state baseball tournament will unfold over five days, from July 20 through July 24, at venues in Cedar Rapids and Carroll. The event gathers the state’s most promising talent, drawing families, scouts and enthusiastic fans to witness a showcase of skill and competition.
Indianola’s baseball squad clinched a spot in the state tournament for the first time since 2022 after an 8‑0 win over Waukee Northwest, setting up a Tuesday matchup against seventh‑seeded Southeast Polk.
The 2026 Iowa high school baseball state tournament runs from July 20 to July 24, featuring games in Cedar Rapids for Classes 4A and 3A and in Carroll for Classes 2A and 1A. All games will be streamed for free on the IHSAA Network and YouTube, with $12 daily tickets available at iahsaa.org/tickets. Parking is free, general admission seating is used, and prohibited items include alcohol, coolers, drones and weapons.
With the state tournament split between two Iowa cities, analysts preview key games, highlight defending champions and note the impact of missing star players.
The Davenport Assumption Knights secured their twelfth state title on July 24, 2026, with a 5-3 victory over Wahlert Catholic, a win that cemented their status as the first No. 7 seed to achieve the championship.
The tournament runs from July 20 to July 24, featuring quarterfinals in two Iowa cities and culminating in championship games for each class.
The Indianola baseball team’s opening state tournament game has been moved to Wednesday, with live radio coverage beginning at 10:45 a.m. from Cedar Rapids.
The Indianola high school baseball team secured an 8-1 victory against Valley, earning their inaugural spot in the state championship game.
North Polk defeated Western Dubuque 7‑6 in a delayed Class 3A quarterfinal, highlighted by Easton Ingle's walk‑off hit and key performances from several seniors.
On July 21, 2026, the Johnston Dragons lost 6-4 to the Pleasant Valley Spartans in a Class 4A Iowa state baseball tournament quarterfinal in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Key moments included Kaleb Kosman's final out and Sam Kinney accepting the state participant trophy, while Pleasant Valley's Lincoln Dalton celebrated advancing to the next round.
The Indianola baseball squad secured its first state tournament win since 1969, defeating Southeast Polk 8‑1. Junior George Blake delivered a dominant pitching performance and contributed at the plate, propelling the team to a 33‑4 season record and a semifinal matchup tonight at 7 p.m. in Cedar Rapids.
Seattle Kraken’s historic pick of Luken “Hawke” Huff highlights a draft that celebrated a Washington‑born prospect, whose USHL dominance earned him top defenseman honors.
A look at the current roster of Indiana State graduates competing in professional baseball, highlighting their teams, recent performances and the program's growing influence
The roster blends offensive firepower, defensive steadiness and goaltending depth, highlighting the league’s role in shaping the next generation of American hockey stars.
The Brantford Bulldogs announced the hiring of Mike Lysyj, a seasoned coach with extensive experience across collegiate, junior and professional hockey, aiming to enhance the team's defensive capabilities.
A competitive vote for the Class 2A midseason player of the year highlights five nominees with impressive stats, ahead of the state tournament opening on July 20 and voting closing on July 6.
A poll organized by High School On SI Iowa is highlighting standout Class 3A baseball players, with Kamden Jorgensen and others leading the stats race.
The Fighting Hawks celebrated a historic NHL Draft, with eight of their committed players selected across multiple rounds, a feat not seen since 1984.
The upcoming ceremony will celebrate a generation of trailblazers whose impact reshaped the game, from Olympic gold medalists to championship coaches.