Iowa HIGH SCHOOL State Basketball Central
2026 IHSAA STATE BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT
Presented by Iowa Farm Bureau
The 2026 tournament is scheduled for March 9-13 at Casey’s Center in Des Moines.
2026 TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE
MONDAY, MARCH 9
Class 3A Quarterfinals
Class 4A Quarterfinals
Dowling Catholic 63, Dubuque Senior 45
TUESDAY, MARCH 10
Class 4A Quarterfinals
Johnston 48, Waukee Northwest 42
Waukee 57, Prairie, Cedar Rapids 51
Class 1A Quarterfinals
Marquette Catholic 58, Bishop Garrigan 55
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 11
Class 2A Quarterfinals
Kuemper Catholic 70, Union Community 54
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 11
Class 3A Semifinals
THURSDAY, MARCH 12
Class 4A Semifinals
Cedar Falls 59, Dowling Catholic 46
Class 1A Semifinals
Marquette Catholic 65, MMCRU 56
Class 2A Semifinals
Kuemper Catholic 58, Treynor 57
Unity Christian 72, Regina Catholic 46
FRIDAY, MARCH 13
Class 3A Championship
Class 4A Championship
Class 1A Championship
St. Edmond 54, Marquette Catholic 42
Class 2A Championship
STATE TOURNAMENT CENTRAL
The 2026 IHSAA State Basketball Tournament will take place from March 9-13 at Casey’s Center in Des Moines.
State Tournament Spectator Information
Casey’s Center has implemented a clear bag policy for all events. A maximum size of 12″x6″x12″ is permitted. Exceptions will be made for bags containing items required for medical, family, or child care.
Parking is available at Casey’s Center and around downtown Des Moines, with skywalk access to the arena.
Programs featuring team information and statistics will be for sale at Casey’s Center for $5.
Things to do in Des Moines
Iowa’s capital city is home to a vibrant downtown district, many parks and recreational opportunities, shopping centers, and hundreds of lodging options. Plan your visit to Des Moines around your tournament stay!
CONGRATULATIONS TO LAST SEASON’S TEAM CHAMPIONS
4A
Valley, W.D.M.
3A
MOC-Floyd Valley
2A
Western Christian, Hull
1A
Madrid
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