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
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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

Des Moines Hoover edged Norwalk 4‑3 in a Class 3A thriller, while Waukee Northwest, Iowa City Regina and a postponed Class 2A final secured victories at Mediacom Stadium.
The Iowa City Regina Regals completed an unbeaten 21‑0‑1 season with a 3‑2 victory over St. Albert, highlighted by senior forward Laird Holden’s hat trick and a decisive penalty kick in the 55th minute.

Three of the four title matches are confirmed as the tournament navigates weather‑related postponements across classes.
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.
Iowa City Regina clinches a spot in the state championship with a tense penalty shootout victory, setting up a historic final against West Sioux or St. Albert.
From Eman Alicic’s 19‑goal surge to Laird Holden’s 37‑goal onslaught, the upcoming state tournament showcases a generation of high school stars poised to make history.
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.

With the state tournament on the horizon, High School On SI highlights the leading candidates for the Iowa Boys Soccer Player of the Year, showcasing their stats and impact.

The Regina boys soccer team concluded a flawless campaign with conference accolades, while West Branch celebrated its own set of honorees.