Iowa Valley Football Team Reaches State Semifinals for First Time in Two Decades
Iowa Valley's football team has advanced to the 8-player state semifinals for the first time since 2002, after defeating Edgewood-Colesburg 70-32. They will play Woodbine in the semifinals.
Cedar Rapids Waterloo Iowa City & Dubuque, IA, November 5, 2026 — Iowa Valley High School’s football program is heading to the 8-player state semifinals, marking their first appearance in this stage of the competition since 2002. The team secured their spot by defeating Edgewood-Colesburg with a decisive score of 70-32 in their recent matchup.
The victory over Edgewood-Colesburg propels the Iowa Valley team forward in the state playoffs. This achievement is particularly significant as it breaks a two-decade-long streak of not reaching the semifinals.
The team’s next challenge will be against Woodbine in the upcoming semifinal round. The date and location for this game were not specified in the provided information.
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