Iowa’s 2026 Elite Girls Soccer Players Shine in State Spotlight
The 2026 All‑Iowa teams spotlight 11 elite players and highlight state champions across three classes, showcasing record‑breaking goal scorers, playmakers and goalkeepers.
Latest Slidescroller coverage mentioning Grace Thomason across Soccer.
The 2026 All‑Iowa teams spotlight 11 elite players and highlight state champions across three classes, showcasing record‑breaking goal scorers, playmakers and goalkeepers.

The state tournament concluded with tight matches, standout performances and recognition of top players across Class 3A, 2A and 1A.
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.

Inclement weather forced the Iowa Girls High School State Soccer Tournament semifinals to move to Friday, but the championship game remains on Saturday. Quarterfinal results across the four classes featured dominant performances and narrow wins, shaping a competitive semifinal slate.
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.