Throughout the upcoming football season, the Hoover Hawks will be facing off against many teams, many of which are considered to be among the best in the state. For example, the Hawks have already played a game against the Ankeny Centennial and will play against them again in a week. Another matchup that the Hawks will be facing is against the Waukee Northwest Hawks.
During week 7 of the high school football season, Iowa City High students had their share of highs and lows. Aside from the expected grit and grunts, students learned that there is more to life than just sports and the office. They also strove to be the best versions of themselves. This week, they are vying for first place in the 1A state championship and competing against some of the best teams in the area. Some are in awe of the school’s storied football program. The team hasn’t lost a game in more than two years and is a top 10 team in the AP state rankings. They will be playing for a spot in the upcoming state tournament at the UNI-Dome in Des Moines.
Several notable mentions will be making the trek to Iowa City this week. The top of the class will be led by the likes of QB Carter Henderson and WR Keaton Roskop. Among the other notables will be QB Austin Waller, WR Jarod Henson, and CB Tyler Smith. All four are touted as the top candidates for the coveted starting RB spot.
Despite Waukee Northwest’s 5-4 record, the football program has qualified for the state playoffs for the first time in school history. The school will take on Lewis Central and Indianola in the next few weeks. The school is also getting ready for the Iowa high school state championship on Jan. 28th. Waukee Northwest is looking forward to a long and successful football season.
Waukee Northwest is currently ranked number 11 in the Iowa Class 5A standings. The school is home to an impressive football program with a roster of some of the best athletes in the state. The school is a longtime member of the Iowa High School Athletic Association and is a member of the Mississippi Valley Conference as well. This is the largest conference in the state. The team is currently undefeated in conference play. Aside from the conference, the school has some great non-conference programs. Waukee Northwest has also a large and growing student body. The school has the distinction of hosting a football program with an alumnus in the Iowa state football championship. Aside from football, the school is a large Catholic school with strong academic and extracurricular programs.
The school is also home to some of the best coaches in the state. Aside from the football program, the school is a great place for the college bound student to play basketball, volleyball, and even softball. The school also hosts a varsity swim program.
Several teams are scheduled to take the field this week, including Hoover and Thompson. The two schools are in the midst of playoffs and have been in the state finals five times over the past four seasons. They’re expected to reach the semifinals this year.
The Lions have won five state titles and have played all of their games on the road. They’ll have a chance to win the Class 7A, Region 1 title tonight.
The two teams played in the state semifinals last season. Thompson beat Hoover in the semifinals. The two will meet again in the Class 7A finals on Wednesday.
Despite the loss, Thompson is riding a seven-game winning streak in state playoffs. In fact, the two teams have won five of their last six games. They are ranked in the Top 25.
The Lions’ stadium is now named Ivan Jones Stadium after their former coaches, Lester Smith and Bud Pigott. The stadium is also in the process of being renovated. The Lions have a chance to make history tonight. They’ll play in the first Super 7 in school history.
The two teams are ranked in the Top 25. Hoover leads Thompson 7-0 after the first quarter. It’s a matchup of teams that have played in five of the past six Class 7A state semifinals.
The game features Alabama commit Ryan Williams. He returned a 76-yard punt return. He’s also a defensive lineman for Montgomery Carver. This is his first Super 7 since 2017.
Having played in the shadows of state rivals Ames, Ottumwa and Cedar Rapids, the Hoover High School Bobcats can attest to the fact that a good old fashion Iowa rivalry game is just what the doctor ordered. This is the time of year when football is at its peak and the state’s high school sports administrators have more than their fair share of free time to burn. Having a good ole’ fashioned afghan on your side can make all the difference in the world.
While the Bobcats can’t be counted on for their usual tepid play, the state is arguably the best place to play for the most part and this is a fact that will not go unrecognized. The high school football season isn’t over yet, but for the true Tiger fan, there’s no reason to wait until November to get the sacks flowing. With that in mind, you should make it a point to check out all of the best teams in your area in order to get your fix. After all, no one wants to feel left out on game day. Whether you’re a fan of the locals or the competition, you’re sure to have a great time.
During Week 10, high school football teams across the state will play their final regular season games. There are several games this week that will determine the region championships. One of these games will be the AHSAA TV Network Game of the Week.
Priceville and Randolph will face each other for the Region 8 championship on Friday. The Raiders have not won a region title and are looking to get one this season. They have a strong defense and high scoring offensive attack. Priceville has scored 392 points in the last two games.
Priceville has a lot of speed on their offense, including the top running back in Class 4A, Mason Cartee. He has 1,221 rushing yards and 16 touchdowns this season.
Priceville scored 72 points last week against Westminster Christian. Mason Cartee ran for 194 yards and three touchdowns. Cartee also added a 47-yard reception for a touchdown. Priceville is averaging 43.6 points a game. Priceville quarterback Jackson Prickett has thrown 22 passes this season.
Randolph has scored 47.4 points per game and has scored 50 or more points in five of six games. The Raiders have also kept plenty of possession in each of their last two games.
Randolph will have two more games left before they enter the postseason. They will play Priceville again next month. Randolph has never won a region championship and hopes to get one this season.
During last week’s 115-107 win over the San Antonio Spurs, the Atlanta Hawks played the same game they had played two nights earlier in Portland. They went down by nine points, but were able to turn it around and take a 17-point lead in the fourth quarter.
The Hawks are a well-rounded team, but they don’t have the interior scoring or rebounding to be elite. They also don’t have the highest assist percentage or true shooting percentage.
It’s not easy to come up with the best team in the NBA, but the Hawks have made a few things clear. They have a strong defense, play with ease and rely on core quality. They should be able to make a playoff run in April. However, their backcourt will have to step up if they hope to take advantage of the guard rotation in Milwaukee.
Trae Young is the team’s leader in points, rebounds and assists per game, while his efficiency isn’t all that great. In addition, he also has a ton of turnovers, and the Hawks have a terrible offensive rebounding rate.
The Hawks have improved their defense over the last six weeks, but they still need to improve their offensive execution. They’re also likely to miss another starter due to injury, so they’ll need more than just Trae Young to keep up.
On the other hand, they’re still a threat from beyond the arc. They have five starters who average double digits in points. And, they’re also tied for the most assists on treys in the NBA.
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