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The third week of high school football in Iowa showcased thrilling matchups and standout performances across the state. Teams like IKM-Manning, ACGC, and Waukee Northwest achieved significant victories, while close contests and high-scoring games kept fans on the edge of their seats. The challenging weather didn’t hinder the players, with numerous standout individual performances emerging as the season progresses. Prominent players like Jamison Ewing and Daniel Larmie have made headlines with their remarkable stats. As anticipation builds for upcoming games, Iowa high school football is proving to be an exhilarating experience for players and fans alike.
Des Moines – The third week of high school football in Iowa saw significant action as teams reached the one-third mark of the regular season. KCCI crews covered pivotal matchups across central Iowa, producing impressive scores and notable player performances.
Among the highlights, IKM-Manning triumphed over South Central Calhoun with a decisive 49-22 victory. ACGC showcased their strength by overwhelming Nodaway Valley 54-0. Waukee Northwest produced an impressive display against Iowa City High, defeating them 49-13, while Johnston overcame Ames with a commanding score of 49-14. In a thrilling overtime finish, North Polk narrowly edged ADM 38-37, marking a significant moment in their season.
Other key performances included Baxter’s remarkable 60-0 rout of Melcher-Dallas, and Mount Pleasant’s victory over Oskaloosa with a score of 34-20. Waukee managed a narrow victory against Cedar Rapids Kennedy 23-15, and PCM secured a close win against Williamsburg, 23-21. Mason City bested Marshalltown with a final score of 42-17, while Southeast Polk defeated Norwalk 35-20 and Ottumwa beat Des Moines East 35-6.
In a high-scoring encounter, Coon Rapids-Bayard outlasted Exira-EHK with a score of 64-62, demonstrating both offensive power and resilience. South Tama easily defeated Louisa-Muscatine 49-6, and Saydel managed to outlast Des Moines North 24-20. Other notable results included South Hardin’s 41-14 win against Hudson, and Carroll’s narrow victory over Humboldt at 34-33. Southeast Warren dominated Twin Cedars 68-0.
With the regular season still unfolding, several teams continue to establish themselves as formidable competitors. Indianola triumphed over Cedar Rapids Jefferson 31-11, and Greene County secured a close win against Grand View Christian, 21-20, in overtime. Dowling Catholic earned a solid win against Dallas Center-Grimes, 27-0, while Centerville defeated Chariton 32-20 and Van Meter emerged victorious over Winterset 35-12.
Gilbert garnered a win against Boone 28-6, while Glenwood triumphed over Creston 59-13. Fort Dodge earned a decisive victory against Waterloo East 36-0 and Des Moines Christian edged past Atlantic 17-9. In other results, Bishop Garrigan defeated North Iowa 70-6, reaffirming their strength this season.
The challenging weather conditions, with temperatures soaring into the low 90s, did not deter the teams from showcasing their skills. The Week 3 game of the week featured the matchup between Winterset and Van Meter, where standout performances were noted. Senior Henry Lounsbury of Van Meter passed for 254 yards, while Winterset’s junior Carson Cook achieved 285 passing yards.
In 8-player football, Southeast Warren faced Twin Cedars in a Wild Card game, where standout player Jamison Ewing ranked second in Class 8-player with 461 rushing yards and seven touchdowns. Additionally, high expectations surround several games projected for livestream coverage in the coming weeks, reflecting an increasing interest in Iowa high school football across various classifications.
As the season progresses, players continue to break records and establish notable performances. Ankeny’s senior Daniel Larmie leads Class 5A with 470 rushing yards through just two games, and Fort Dodge’s Dreshaun Ross made a mark with four sacks and eight tackles for loss, showcasing defensive prowess.
As the excitement builds for upcoming games, KCCI plans to cover more events in college football, including anticipated Big Ten games and special programming relevant to the Iowa game against Nebraska on November 28. The momentum within Iowa high school football remains strong as teams push for success on the field.
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- SI: Iowa High School Football Top 25 Rankings
- Des Moines Register: Iowa High School Football Rankings Week 4
- The Gazette: Iowa High School Football Week 3 Poll
- SI: Radio Iowa High School Football Rankings Updated
- MaxPreps: Iowa High School Football Week 4 Schedule
- Wikipedia: Iowa High School Athletic Association
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