Iowa High School Football
aMERICA’S GAME, iOWA HIGH SCHOOL PASSION
More boys still participate in football than any other sport at the high school level, and IHSAA member schools have played since 1909. The first IHSAA playoffs took place in 1972, with the current system now featuring six 11-player classifications and one 8-player classification. Four teams in each class advance to semifinals and finals at the UNI-Dome in Cedar Falls each year.
FOOTBALL: 2025 SEASON
SCHEDULES & SCORES
RESOURCES
Upcoming IHSAA FOOTBALL EVENTS
For school-specific events, please check your school or conference listings.
FOOTBALL RESOURCES
INFORMATION & GUIDANCE
- 2025 & 2026 Classifications
- 2025 Preseason Training Schedule & Guidelines
- 2024 Preseason Risk Minimization Guide
- PDF of Rules Meeting (Reference Only)
- 2024 Officials Training Videos
- Deep Wing Officials Summary
- 2023 Mechanics Experiment
- Field Diagram
- Overtime Procedure
- Play Clock and Game Clock Operator Guide
- Line-To-Gain Crew Guide
- 35-Point Differential Guide
- Public Address Game Guide
- Public Address Sportsmanship Announcements
- Regular Season Video Taping Guidelines
- Major NCAA vs NFHS Rule Differences
- WBGT Webinar Recording
- 2024 Reconditioning Letter
SAFETY GUIDELINES
- Heads Up Form for Concussions
- Helmet Fitting Instructions
- Helmet Coach Checklist
- More: Health & Wellness
COACH & AD MEMOS
IOWA HIGH SCHOOL STATE PLAYOFF CENTRAL
For all things postseason and state football, refer to the IHSAA State Playoff Central.
Learn About NFHS FOOTBALL Information
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.
2024 State Snapshots
