IOWA HIGH SCHOOL BOYS BASKETBALL


Producing 100+ Years of Standout Iowa Athletes

Iowa has been among the national leaders in boys’ basketball since its first state tournament in 1912. Viewed for years as the IHSAA’s “gold standard” event, Iowa high school hoops has produced countless college and professional standouts. The state tournament consists of eight teams from each of the four classifications who advance to Wells Fargo Arena in downtown Des Moines.

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Players on the sidelines cheering on teammates during a basketball game

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The IHSAA is a founding member of the National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS).

For information on national sport rules, updates, and resources, visit NFHS supported sites.

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