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Iowa High School Girls Basketball Regional Pairings Announced
IGHSAU releases brackets for 5A and 4A classes ahead of postseason
Published on Feb. 12, 2026
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The Iowa Girls High School Athletic Union (IGHSAU) has released the regional pairings for the upcoming girls basketball postseason in Class 5A and Class 4A. The brackets were posted on Thursday, with games scheduled for February 18, February 21, and February 25.
Why it matters
The regional pairings mark an important step in the road to the state tournament for Iowa's top high school girls basketball teams. The matchups will determine which squads advance to the next round of the playoffs and keep their championship dreams alive.
The details
In Class 5A, the regional brackets feature several highly anticipated matchups, including Des Moines East at Urbandale, Des Moines North at Linn-Mar, and Waukee at Cedar Rapids Kennedy. In Class 4A, notable pairings include Denison-Schleswig at Harlan, Boone at Webster City, and Mason City at Decorah.
- The regional pairings were released on Thursday, February 12, 2026.
- The first round of regional games will be played on February 18, 2026.
- The regional semifinals are scheduled for February 21, 2026.
- The regional finals will take place on February 25, 2026.
The players
Iowa Girls High School Athletic Union (IGHSAU)
The governing body for high school girls sports in Iowa, responsible for organizing the state's basketball postseason.
What’s next
The winners of the regional finals will advance to the state tournament, which is scheduled to take place in early March 2026.
The takeaway
The release of the regional pairings marks an exciting time for Iowa's top high school girls basketball teams as they begin their quest for a state championship. Fans can look forward to a thrilling postseason filled with intense matchups and high-stakes competition.
