Iowa High School Football Stadiums Capture Statewide Imagination
A new poll invites Iowans to vote for the state's finest high school football stadiums, with a chance to suggest alternatives not on the initial list.
Jun 19, 2026
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Iowa’s 2026 Boys Soccer Elite Teams Shine
Four state champions are crowned and the Des Moines Register announces its 2026 All‑Iowa boys soccer elite teams, spotlighting standout performances from Eman Alicic to Aaden Troja
Jun 18, 2026
Waukee Northwest Secures Class 3A Girls Soccer Crown
In a dramatic final at Iowa’s largest class, the Waukee Northwest girls soccer team captured the championship, finishing 14-0-3 and marking their second straight title.
Jun 13, 2026
Waukee Northwest Advances to State Soccer Final After 1-0 Victory
A late‑minute strike by Natalie Elliott and a 13th shutout by Grace Thomason propel Waukee Northwest into the championship match against West Des Moines Valley.
Jun 12, 2026
Keller Daugherty’s Iowa Visit Fuels 2027 Commit Hopes
A three‑star prospect from Lee’s Summit, Missouri, Keller Daugherty’s recent campus visit has analysts predicting a potential commitment, while his rankings and offers underline the significance for Iowa’s 2027 class.
Jun 12, 2026
Iowa Women’s Basketball Looks to Build Momentum in Summer Practice
With a blend of returning veterans and fresh talent, the Hawkeyes are using summer workouts to fine‑tune a ‘four‑out, one‑in’ system and discover unexpected contributors before the fall campaign.
Jun 10, 2026
Iowa Women’s Basketball Preps for Summer, Emphasizing Chemistry and New Offense
With five veterans and six newcomers, the Hawkeyes open summer practice on June 16, focusing on chemistry, a new "four‑out, one‑in" offense, and the potential for surprise standouts.
Jun 10, 2026
Waukee Northwest Advances to Semis After Dominant Quarterfinal Win
Waukee Northwest, the No. 1 seed in the Class 3A Iowa girls state soccer tournament, defeated Dubuque Hempstead 7‑0, while Bettendorf rallied to beat Waukee 4‑2, setting up a semifinal clash.
Jun 9, 2026
Des Moines Approves 50‑Year Lease for New Pro Soccer Stadium
The city council's recent approval unlocks a $95 million stadium on a reclaimed Superfund site, paving the way for professional men’s and women’s soccer in Des Moines by 2029.
Jun 9, 2026
Norwalk Dominates as Multiple Iowa Soccer Teams Advance to Semifinals
Norwalk’s girls soccer team routed Lewis Central 6‑0, with North Polk and Dallas Center‑Grimes winning their quarterfinal matches to set up semifinal clashes.
Jun 9, 2026
Gilbert Tigers Secure Third State Crown in Four Years
The Tigers edged Des Moines Christian 1-0, with Zachary Schrader’s 78th‑minute strike sealing a third title in four seasons.
Jun 6, 2026
Gilbert Tigers Capture Class 2A Soccer Crown in Thriller Over Des Moines Christian
A late goal by Zachary Schrader and a heroic defensive effort secured the Gilbert Tigers’ third state championship in four years, while Des Moines Christian’s promising young squad looks ahead to a bright future.
Jun 6, 2026
Iowa Girls Soccer State Tournament Kicks Off with 15 Standout Players
The 2026 Iowa high school girls soccer state tournament opens June 8, featuring fifteen players identified by the Des Moines Register as key contenders, including standout performers from teams across the state.
Jun 6, 2026
Waukee Northwest Wins First State Soccer Title in Dramatic Fashion
Waukee Northwest secured its inaugural Class 4A boys soccer championship with a 3‑1 victory over Ankeny Centennial, highlighted by a game‑winning penalty and a final‑minute goal.
Jun 5, 2026
Regina’s Goalkeeper Evan Greve Secures State Championship Berth in Penalty Thriller
Evan Greve's decisive save in a penalty shootout sends Iowa City Regina to the state championship, where they will face the winner of West Sioux and St. Albert.
Jun 4, 2026
Hoover Advances to State Soccer Championship with 1-0 Victory Over Dallas Center-Grimes
Des Moines Hoover defeated Dallas Center-Grimes 1-0 in the Class 3A boys soccer state semifinal, with Isack Ramadhani scoring the only goal. The win sends Hoover to the state championship for the second time in three years, where they will meet No.5 Norwalk on June 5 at 12 p.m.
Jun 3, 2026
Norwalk Warriors Reach Iowa State Soccer Title Game After 2-0 Win Over Xavier
The Norwalk boys soccer team defeated top‑seed Cedar Rapids Xavier 2‑0 in the Class 3A semifinals, with senior Eli Scavo scoring twice and keeper Jacoby Robbins preserving a shutout. The Warriors now await the other semifinal winner for a shot at their fifth state title.
Jun 3, 2026
Iowa High School Boys Soccer State Tournament Preview
With the tournament set for June 1‑5, analysts highlight the top contenders in each class, key senior players and the storylines that could shape the outcomes.
May 30, 2026
Online Harassment Targets Young Athlete, Sparks Community Response
When a photo of Kamdyn with basketball star Audi Crooks went viral, the six‑year‑old was flooded with hateful comments about her weight. Her mother Emily Rebollozo turned to the local T‑shirt company Raygun, launching a reward that ultimately exposed one of the harassers.
May 28, 2026
Southeast Polk Boys Soccer Nears Historic State Tournament Appearance
A culture‑first approach, led by Coach Jacob Lucy and powered by senior scorer Cole Skinner, has the Rams on the brink of their first state‑tournament berth.
May 27, 2026
Bria Medina’s Leap: From Knox College to the Big Ten Stage
Bria Medina, the all‑time leading scorer at Knox College, is set to trade the intimate setting of a 50‑person crowd for the roar of 15,000 fans in Iowa City, as she joins the Hawkeyes for her final year of eligibility.
May 18, 2026
Iowa Women’s Basketball Secures Two 2026 Recruits
The Hawkeyes add a high‑scoring guard from Knox College and a versatile forward from Sweden, finalizing a roster that could contend for a deep postseason run.
May 13, 2026
Swedish Forward Ella Stromdahl Commits to Iowa Women’s Basketball
Stromdahl, a 6‑foot forward from Uppsala, joins Iowa's 2026‑27 class, bringing versatility to a system that emphasizes spacing and multi‑dimensional scoring.
May 13, 2026
Swedish Forward Ella Stromdahl Commits to Iowa Women’s Basketball
Ella Stromdahl, a 6‑foot forward from Uppsala, Sweden, has pledged to Iowa, joining a class that already includes Bria Medina and several other offseason acquisitions.
May 13, 2026