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North Fayette Valley’s first boys’ state soccer championship was naturally followed by a bevy of individual awards. Four of the 13 Class 1A all-state selections are TigerHawks. The Iowa High School Soccer Coaches Association released the all-state teams Monday.
According to Williamsburg eighth-year softball coach Adam Berte, if the Class 3A top-ranked Raiders can score at least four runs, they are tough to beat. Sophomore pitcher Jersey Metz is a big reason why.
Area softball Super Ten and standings (June 5): Western Dubuque holds onto the top spot; the Bobcats are 8-0 in MVC play.
When Class 3A top-ranked Williamsburg lost its first game of Wednesday’s Wamac Conference doubleheader to 3A No. 5 Benton Community — its third consecutive setback after a 5-0 start — it was met more with shrugs than shudders.
Area softball Super Ten and standings (May 29): Western Dubuque climbs to the top spot; Cedar Rapids Kennedy and Cedar Rapids Jefferson make swift jumps.
The Mississippi Valley Conference reaches a pivotal week. Ranked teams battle for positioning in both the Mississippi and Valley Divisions. Here’s a look at Gazette-area Iowa high school baseball games to watch.
The 20th edition of Rivalry Saturday is set for Nov. 30, and 10 of the 16 teams played in the 2024 Iowa high school girls’ basketball state tournament.
A good portion of Willliamsburg’s nucleus is back from its 2023 state softball championship team, and the Iowa Girls High School Athletic Union took note. Williamsburg is the top-ranked team in the 3A preseason rankings, released Monday afternoon.
Here are eight Gazette-area teams to watch for the 2024 Iowa high school softball season.
Here are 16 Gazette-area players to watch for the 2024 Iowa high school softball season.
State track and field, 3A girls: Led by a runner-up finish by Sydney Maue in the high jump, Mount Vernon leads the 3A girls’ team race after Day 1.
Solon junior Ben Kampman was part of an area boys’ championship bonanza Thursday at the state track and field meet, winning the 3A boys’ discus title with an effort of 186 feet, 3 inches.
The state golf tournaments for all four classes will be held May 23-24. Cedar Rapids Washington and Linn-Mar advance to the Class 4A state meet at Otter Creek Golf Course in Ankeny. Cedar Rapids Xavier qualified for the 3A championships at Pheasant Ridge Golf Course in Cedar Falls.
Regional singles and doubles are first step to state tournaments in October
The West Michigan Whitecaps had the best overall record in minor league baseball after the regular season. The Caps won all four playoff games, including 3-1 Tuesday night over the Cedar Rapids Kernels at Veterans Memorial Stadium to win the 2025 Midwest League championship. West Michigan finished 96-39 overall, playoffs included.
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