The 3A boys soccer state tournament kicks off tonight in Indianola, Iowa, as two local powerhouses prepare for their opening contests. Both teams arrived after dominant shutout victories that secured their spots in the bracket.
Tonight’s Matchups
Norwalk, the fifth‑seeded Warriors, will meet fourth‑seeded Marion at approximately 5 p.m., while eighth‑seeded Indianola will square off against top‑seeded Xavier at 7:30 p.m. The schedule promises a tight contest between evenly matched sides.
Both matches will be aired live on 94.3 KNIA, with veteran play‑by‑play voice Shaffer Landuyt paired with Norwalk alumnus Jack Brown to call the action. Coverage begins at 4:45 p.m. from Indianola Stadium, giving listeners a front‑row experience of the excitement.
The Warriors earned their spot after a 4‑0 victory over Bondurant‑Farrar, while the Indians secured theirs with a 5‑0 win over Lewis Central. Their recent performances have raised expectations for a deep run in the tournament.
Marion’s offense is anchored by senior forward Cole Angell, who leads the team with 23 goals, while Xavier’s attack revolves around junior striker Ty Weiss, who has tallied 17 goals this season. Both players will be key figures to watch as the games unfold.
The second round of the tournament is slated for Wednesday at Des Moines’ Mediacom Stadium, where the winners will advance to continue their championship chase. Fans from across Iowa are expected to travel to support their teams.