Tuesday night marked a thrilling conclusion to the regional volleyball playoffs for Iowa’s three biggest school classifications. Teams that emerged victorious in Classes 5A, 4A and 3A have earned tickets to the state tournament, which will be held next week at the Xtreme Arena in Coralville.
Class 5A Regional Champions
The top‑seeded Waukee Northwest continued its dominant season, sweeping Dallas Center‑Grimes 3‑0 (25‑20, 25‑9, 25‑17). Ankeny also advanced, defeating Cedar Rapids Kennedy 3‑0 (25‑7, 25‑19, 25‑23). Dowling Catholic secured a straight‑set win over Indianola (25‑12, 25‑20, 25‑17), while Iowa City West bested West Des Moines Valley 3‑0 (25‑16, 25‑17, 25‑13). Ankeny Centennial continued its march with a 3‑0 victory over Bettendorf (25‑12, 25‑19, 25‑18). Pleasant Valley defeated Johnston 3‑0 (25‑13, 25‑15, 26‑24), and Cedar Falls topped Iowa City Liberty 3‑0 (25‑23, 25‑14, 25‑15).
Class 4A Regional Champions
Norwalk opened the night with a clean 3‑0 win over ADM (25‑15, 25‑14, 25‑16). Assumption followed suit, beating Bondurant‑Farrar 3‑0 (25‑15, 25‑19, 25‑18). Western Dubuque dispatched Wahlert Catholic 3‑0 (25‑14, 25‑16, 25‑20). Clear Creek‑Amana dominated Burlington 3‑0 (25‑13, 25‑10, 25‑12). Sioux Center edged Sergeant Bluff‑Luton in a three‑set battle (26‑24, 25‑23, 25‑19). Ballard survived a four‑set contest against Lewis Central (25‑14, 29‑27, 24‑26, 25‑21). North Polk beat Glenwood 3‑0 (25‑14, 25‑20, 27‑25), and Waverly‑Shell Rock overcame Marion 3‑1 (25‑17, 25‑23, 23‑25, 26‑24).
Class 3A Regional Champions
Western Christian captured the title with a 3‑0 victory over Treynor (25‑20, 25‑11, 25‑20). MOC‑Floyd Valley defeated New Hampton 3‑0 (25‑20, 25‑22, 25‑22). Dike‑New Hartford beat Williamsburg 3‑0 (25‑23, 25‑21, 25‑14). Humboldt survived a four‑set match against Unity Christian (23‑25, 26‑24, 25‑23, 28‑26). Solon swept West Delaware 3‑0 (25‑21, 25‑14, 25‑19). Roland‑Story edged Mid‑Prairie (25‑14, 25‑16, 26‑28, 25‑12). Cherokee Washington beat Kuemper Catholic 3‑0 (25‑19, 25‑22, 25‑14). Wilton closed the night with a five‑set win over Mount Vernon (25‑19, 25‑23, 21‑25, 20‑25, 15‑11).
Looking Ahead
All twelve regional champions will converge at the Xtreme Arena in Coralville next week for the state tournament. Fans are encouraged to purchase tickets early and follow the schedule, which is available on the Iowa High School Athletic Association website. The tournament promises high‑level competition and showcases the talent and dedication of Iowa’s young athletes.
For those interested in supporting local high school sports, attending the state tournament offers an opportunity to cheer on student‑athletes, celebrate community pride, and experience the excitement of Iowa volleyball at its finest.
Original reporting: KCCI Des Moines — read the source article.
