The Des Moines Register invites readers to cast their votes for the Male Athlete of the Week for the period of Nov. 1-7, highlighting a historic week for Iowa high school football. The IHSAA state quarterfinals delivered high-stakes drama across the metro area, with all four Class 5A teams advancing to the state semifinals scheduled for Nov. 11-14 at the UNI-Dome in Cedar Falls. This collective success underscores the depth of talent in the region, as No. 1 Johnston, No. 2 Southeast Polk, No. 3 Dowling Catholic, and No. 4 Ankeny all secured their spots in the next round.
Johnston’s star powers 5A dominance as six metro teams advance to UNI-Dome semifinals
Key performances drove these victories, led by No. 1 Johnston’s 21-7 dismantling of No. 7 Valley. In that matchup, standout offensive efforts accounted for the majority of the scoring, cementing Johnston’s status as the top seed in the class. Meanwhile, No. 2 Southeast Polk outlasted Cedar Rapids Prairie 38-28 in a gritty contest, while No. 3 Dowling Catholic crushed Cedar Falls 42-14. No. 4 Ankeny completed the sweep with a dominant 51-29 victory over Iowa City Liberty, showcasing the offensive firepower that has defined the metro’s playoff run.
Readers can now determine the winner of the weekly award by voting on DesMoinesRegister.com, with results to be announced at the end of the week. The candidates represent the elite individual efforts from the Des Moines metro area during this pivotal playoff stretch. As the focus shifts to the UNI-Dome, the community’s choice will recognize the athlete who made the most significant impact in these decisive quarterfinal matchups.
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