IGHSAU Releases Second High School Soccer Rankings

Hudson, Waverly-Shell Rock, and Waukee Northwest top the Class 1A, 2A, and 3A rankings respectively.

Apr. 15, 2026 at 8:05pm

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The Iowa Girls High School Athletic Union (IGHSAU) has released its second set of high school soccer rankings for the 2026 season. Hudson, Waverly-Shell Rock, and Waukee Northwest hold the top spots in Class 1A, 2A, and 3A respectively.

Why it matters

The IGHSAU rankings are closely watched by high school soccer fans and players across the state, as they provide a snapshot of the top teams and help determine seeding for the state tournament later in the season.

The details

In Class 1A, Hudson remains at #1 with a 3-0 record, followed by Davenport Assumption and Des Moines Christian. In 2A, Waverly-Shell Rock has moved up to #1, while Norwalk and Dallas Center-Grimes round out the top 3. And in 3A, Waukee Northwest holds onto the top spot, with West Des Moines Valley and Ankeny Centennial close behind.

  • The rankings were released on Wednesday, April 15, 2026.

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IGHSAU

The Iowa Girls High School Athletic Union, the governing body for high school sports in Iowa.

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What’s next

The next IGHSAU high school soccer rankings will be released in early May, as teams continue their seasons and vie for spots in the state tournament.

The takeaway

The early-season rankings provide a glimpse into which teams are expected to be the top contenders for state titles in each class, setting the stage for an exciting high school soccer season in Iowa.