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Ottumwa Today
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Ottumwa High boys soccer edges rival in season opener
Little Hawks top Bulldogs in early-season matchup between two top programs
Mar. 31, 2026 at 9:45am
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A cubist interpretation of the intense action and competitive spirit of a high school boys soccer season opener.Ottumwa TodayThe Ottumwa High School boys soccer team opened its season with a close victory over a rival program, continuing a recent trend of the Little Hawks facing off against some of the state's top teams in their season opener.
Why it matters
The early-season matchup between Ottumwa and this unnamed rival program provides an intriguing preview of the competitive landscape in Iowa high school boys soccer this year, as both teams look to establish themselves as contenders in the state.
The details
In the season opener, the Ottumwa Little Hawks edged out their opponent, the Bulldogs, in a close match. This marks the second consecutive year that Ottumwa has opened its season against one of the top programs in the state.
- The game took place on March 31, 2026.
The players
Ottumwa High School boys soccer team
The high school soccer team representing Ottumwa, Iowa.
Bulldogs
The rival high school soccer team that faced off against Ottumwa in the season opener.
What’s next
The two teams will likely face off again later in the season as part of their regular schedule, providing another opportunity to gauge the strength of each program.
The takeaway
This early-season matchup between Ottumwa and their rival Bulldogs sets the stage for what could be an exciting and competitive boys soccer season in Iowa, as both teams look to establish themselves as top contenders in the state.
