WATCH: STATE SHOWCASE
Showcase for postseason lead-up events are presented free for viewers through
participating Video Access producers and support from our partners:
Events ADDED BELOW WHEN AVAILABLE
Events listed by host school, game, and video producer
OTHER WAYS TO WATCH…
Don’t see your event on Showcase? Video Access for IHSAA postseason events is entirely voluntary from video producers and participating schools. Here are three other ways to watch:
TICKETS
IHSAA uses digital ticketing through HomeTown Ticketing to attend postseason lead-up and select state tournament events.
Ticket prices, their on-sale schedule, and digital ticketing FAQs are available resources.
NFHS NETWORK
NFHS Network holds primary rights to IHSAA lead-up video. Schools utilizing NFHS Network can continue to setup and run events through NFHS Network. NFHS Network offers annual or monthly subscriber passes for access to all of their events across the country. The IHSAA has an NFHS Network page which lists all events available on the NFHS Network in IHSAA activities.
IOWA HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS NETWORK
The Iowa High School Sports Network (IHSSN) is a privately held company which owns the exclusive media rights to many of the Iowa boys’ state championship events. As announced in Dec. 2024, IHSSN will hold rights through the 2024-25 athletic year. These state events through 2024-25 include: Football, Wrestling, Basketball, Track & Field, Soccer, and Baseball.
STANDARD VIDEO ACCESS
Approved events for each date may be found through the host school or media outlet.
Video ACCESS Policies & Disclaimer
Videos from these lead-up events are not produced by the IHSAA. Commentary does not represent views or coverage from the IHSAA.
VIDEO ACCESS INFORMATION & POLICIES
This list pertains to all requests for video broadcasts of IHSAA-sponsored postseason events, such as sectionals, regionals, districts, and substates, which lead up to IHSAA state tournaments.
All applicants must adhere to these policies, then select Showcase (Option 1) or Standard (Option 2) applications and procedures for their broadcast.
The IHSAA reserves the right to remove access to its events at any time and may discontinue this agreement immediately if the broadcast entity violates IHSAA rules and regulations or expresses views incompatible with the values of the IHSAA and interscholastic athletics.
NFHS Network holds rights and right of first refusal to IHSAA postseason events leading up to state tournaments, and select state tournament events. Third party broadcasts are prohibited at events selected and shown by NFHS Network. If the NFHS Network accepts a broadcast after a third party has applied for access, the third party applicant will be refunded by the IHSAA.
Schools or student groups operating broadcasts within the NFHS School Broadcast Program do not need to apply or pay for postseason productions at their venue. These broadcasts qualify as NFHS Network broadcasts. Any other school or student group wishing to broadcast should apply through the form linked below.
Permission to access and broadcast the selected event may be granted following application receipt and review by the IHSAA and the host site. Applicants will be contacted by the IHSAA once an application has been approved or denied.
Payments must be submitted online or postmarked within two days after the selected event occurring, unless otherwise coordinated with the IHSAA.
Reproductions or copies of the broadcast shall not be sold or distributed without written consent from the IHSAA.
Advertisements or promotions associated with alcohol, tobacco, firearms, gambling, performance enhancing substances, or lewd subject matter are prohibited.
Applications do not require resubmission for games or events that are postponed or delayed. Only one approved form and access fee is necessary for the entirety of an event.
Video access policies and fees apply whether an approved broadcast is “live” or “tape-delayed.” No differentiation is made regarding timing or platform of release from an applicant.
Any outlet which simulcasts its broadcast over multiple platforms is not subject to multiple access fees. Only one fee will be applied by the IHSAA.
APPLICANT INFORMATION
Broadcasters will be responsible for coordinating setup and production with the event/tournament manager at each host site. Parking, entry, credentialing, and work space are at the discretion of the event/tournament manager or administrator. If the host site cannot facilitate or allow access, any access fees paid by applicants will be refunded by the IHSAA. Broadcast equipment, including tripods and protective cases, shall not be placed in tournament seating areas or obstruct the view or personal space of tournament spectators.