Previews, Predictions: Class 4A Regional Finals

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><a href="https://prepdig.com/2026/10/previews-predictions-class-5a-regional-finals/" data-type="link" data-id="https://prepdig.com/2026/10/previews-predictions-class-5a-regional-finals/">Previews, Predictions: Class 5A Regional Finals</a></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Get 30% off your first billing cycle with code: howe30 in the coupon code area</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Last week, <a href="https://prepdig.com/2026/10/predictions-players-to-watch-in-class-4a-regional-brackets/" data-type="link" data-id="https://prepdig.com/2026/10/predictions-players-to-watch-in-class-4a-regional-brackets/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">I wrote about players to watch and offered predictions</a> for the Class 4A Regionals. All of the teams picked to reach state advanced through the semifinals last night.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>While I'm going to stick with my eight for the state tournament, I wanted to take a closer look at who will be playing in Tuesday's regional finals. Here are thoughts on each match:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>REGION 8</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>WAVERLY-SHELL ROCK AT MARION</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Breakdown:</strong> As I wrote about in covering the 5A regionals, the higher the region number, the more competitive they look on paper. Also, cases can be made for the team on the road instead being the host in these matchups.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Waverly-Shell Rock with [player_tooltip player_id='893927' first='Amalia' last='Djoumessi'], [player_tooltip player_id='950565' first='Lizzy' last='Frazell'], [player_tooltip player_id='1053868' first='Lauren' last='Gade'], [player_tooltip player_id='745662' first='Julia' last='Sundblad'] and [player_tooltip player_id='522957' first='Regan' last='Pries'] is ranked five spots ahead of Marion, according to Bound metrics. However, the Wolves' strength of schedule is ranked higher. Marion's crew of [player_tooltip player_id='759977' first='Abbey' last='Kirk'], [player_tooltip player_id='758819' first='Nayomi' last='Vasser'], [player_tooltip player_id='1043729' first='Hayden' last='Dietz'], [player_tooltip player_id='693817' first='Jaleaya' last='Oliver'], [player_tooltip player_id='1017878' first='Kaylene' last='Cordes'] and [player_tooltip player_id='902763' first='Paige' last='Johnson'] is battle tested. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>It's a toss-up match with five sets written all over it.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Prediction:</strong> Waverly-Shell Rock, 3-2</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>REGION 7 </strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>GLENWOOD AT NORTH POLK</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Breakdown:</strong> Like in Region 8, this final as the potential to be epic. There's a debate about who should be hosting, but the matchup on paper looks even. There is a stark difference in strength of schedules, with North Polk checking in at No. 17 and Glenwood at 117. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>North Polk has survived a brutal slate thanks to the play of [player_tooltip player_id='946957' first='Jaslyn' last='Rasmussen'], Madelyn Klever, Jacinda Nemmers, [player_tooltip player_id='828250' first='Jaiden' last='Uhl'], [player_tooltip player_id='754649' first='Peyton' last='Dirks'] and others. The Rams counter with a talented roster that includes [player_tooltip player_id='940736' first='Addie' last='Madison'] , Jordyn Schulte, [player_tooltip player_id='940743' first='Kayla' last='Christian'], Jenna Walters and Jacie Kanngieser.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Folks attending this contest might want to buckle up. They're in for a thriller.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Prediction:</strong> North Polk, 3-2</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>REGION 6 </strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>LEWIS CENTRAL AT BALLARD</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Breakdown:</strong> It's another juicy regional final matchup in Class 4A. Lewis Central is here after pulling off a rare road upset in the semifinals at Bishop Heelan. The five-setter serves as another example of the Titans peaking at the right time behind [player_tooltip player_id='890710' first='Kalli' last='McSorley'], [player_tooltip player_id='882673' first='Emary' last='Cooper'], Brooke Nelson, [player_tooltip player_id='575212' first='Peyton' last='Brehmer'] and [player_tooltip player_id='572668' first='Jacey' last='Young']. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Ballard shares a similar strength of schedule with Lewis Central. [player_tooltip player_id='754258' first='Kendall' last='Ersland'], [player_tooltip player_id='709085' first='Hailey' last='Estrem'], [player_tooltip player_id='728886' first='Lilly' last='Huntrods'], [player_tooltip player_id='939167' first='Norah' last='Mudd'], [player_tooltip player_id='490006' first='Harley' last='Askelsen'], Addison Hosteng and [player_tooltip player_id='729559' first='Halle' last='Gardner'] are a formidable bunch that's earned home-court in what could be a tricky matchup with the Titans. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Prediction:</strong> Ballard. 3-1</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>REGION 5 </strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>SERGEANT BLUFF-LUTON AT SIOUX CENTER</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Breakdown:</strong> We continue digging into the 4A regional final lineup and finding intriguing matchups. Sergeant Bluff-Luton and Sioux Center are trying to get back to state after being there a year ago, the latter reaching the championship match. Either team is capable of pushing through if playing to its potential. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='816843' first='Maryn' last='Franken'] , [player_tooltip player_id='841522' first='Adison' last='Brantsen'] , [player_tooltip player_id='902722' first='Taylor' last='Holverson'] , Stella Hietbrink and Jorgia VanDeBerg provide Sioux Center with the power advance. The Warriors counter with a experienced and talented roster led by [player_tooltip player_id='913844' first='Bailey' last='Ball'], [player_tooltip player_id='493652' first='Kaitlyn' last='Hardie'], Olivia Kneifl, Delaney Griebe and [player_tooltip player_id='816476' first='Madison' last='Kvidera'].</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Prediction:</strong> Sioux Center, 3-2</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>REGION 4 </strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>BURLINGTON AT CLEAR CREEK AMANA</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Breakdown:</strong> It's the first meeting between these schools dating back to at least 2008, according to Bound. Clear Creek Amana is a regular participant in stage of the season, advancing to the last four state tournaments. It's a heavy favorite to make it five in row. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='493660' first='Bailey' last='Simpson'], [player_tooltip player_id='516002' first='Julia' last='Schlarbaum'], Payton Curtin, [player_tooltip player_id='693879' first='Delaney' last='Vaske'], [player_tooltip player_id='902716' first='Kendall' last='Ronnfeldt'] and [player_tooltip player_id='571219' first='Haydin' last='Wauters'] are a well-rounded group for the Clippers. The Grayhounds are coming off a 3-2 win at Grinnell in the regional semifinals and a season with notable wins while facing a challenging schedule. [player_tooltip player_id='836047' first='Meilah' last='Ertz'], [player_tooltip player_id='1041759' first='Lauren' last='Schrader'], [player_tooltip player_id='844585' first='Sophia' last='Young'], [player_tooltip player_id='813508' first='Gemma' last='Plummer'] and [player_tooltip player_id='1039244' first='Josie' last='Newell'] are a scrappy bunch capable of pushing CCA if it takes the visitors lightly. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Prediction:</strong> Clear Creek Amana, 3-0</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>REGION 3 </strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>WAHLERT CATHOLIC AT WESTERN DUBUQUE</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Breakdown:</strong> The Class 4A Region 3 final pits members of the Mississippi Valley Conference Valley Division against each other. Western Dubuque owns a 2-0 record versus Wahlert Catholic this year with a 3-0 league win and a 2-0 triumph at the Clinton Tournament. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Bobcats are the heavy favorites to make it 3-0 in this position with [player_tooltip player_id='493984' first='Kyla' last='Ramler'], [player_tooltip player_id='748340' first='Lola' last='Quagliano'], [player_tooltip player_id='744976' first='Sylvia' last='Kruse'], [player_tooltip player_id='987305' first='Ellie' last='Berning'], [player_tooltip player_id='942755' first='Lauren' last='Walker'] and [player_tooltip player_id='555692' first='Gabrielle' last='Demmer'] forming a talented foundation. [player_tooltip player_id='936330' first='Mia' last='Walker'], [player_tooltip player_id='823131' first='Caroline' last='Freed'], Quinn Mettille and Claire Brosius will look to lead the Wahlert upset. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Prediction:</strong> Western Dubuque, 3-0</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>REGION 2 </strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>BONDURANT-FARRAR AT ASSUMPTION</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Breakdown:</strong> Bondurant-Farrar is in the regional final after rallying from a set down against Pella for a 3-1 semifinal win on Thursday. Now, the Bluejays will face their toughest challenge of the year in Assumption with a loaded lineup.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Knights are strong all around the court with [player_tooltip player_id='694203' first='Belle' last='Cotton'], [player_tooltip player_id='742600' first='Piper' last='Hodge'], Natalie Depoorter, [player_tooltip player_id='877691' first='Piper' last='Peterson'], [player_tooltip player_id='854516' first='Zoe' last='Cinadr'], [player_tooltip player_id='1037650' first='Taylor' last='Camarena'] and others. [player_tooltip player_id='896589' first='Kaylee' last='Hanson'], [player_tooltip player_id='819822' first='Tenley' last='Fried'], [player_tooltip player_id='755089' first='Avery' last='Holtkamp'], [player_tooltip player_id='1043875' first='Addy' last='Harms']<a href="https://prepdig.com/player/addy-harms/"></a> and Amanda McCarty will help Bondurant-Farrar take its best shot at the favorites in what will be the first meeting between the schools dating back to at least 2008.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Prediction:</strong> Assumption, 3-0</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>REGION 1 </strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>ADM AT NORWALK</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Breakdown</strong>: Norwalk has been ranked by the state as Class 4A's No. 1 team since it knocked off 5A No. 2 Dallas Center-Grimes in what amounted to the Little Hawkeye Conference title match. All of the Warriors' losses this season were against 5A teams with the exception of a setback against 3A top-ranked Western Christian. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='560368' first='Elle' last='Hatlevig'], [player_tooltip player_id='730403' first='Delaynee' last='Steele'], Embry Dupont, [player_tooltip player_id='758781' first='Myla' last='Brown'], [player_tooltip player_id='493974' first='Hadley' last='Michael'] and [player_tooltip player_id='809159' first='Reese' last='Heim'] make Norwalk a heavy favorite to advance to the state tournament for a second year in a row and third time in four seasons. [player_tooltip player_id='939195' first='Ellsyn' last='Livingston'], [player_tooltip player_id='825087' first='Ella' last='Subbert'], [player_tooltip player_id='959464' first='JJ' last='Steinkamp'], [player_tooltip player_id='945354' first='Addison' last='Schultz'] and Addison Montag are gunning for the massive upset</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p> <strong>Prediction:</strong> Norwalk, 3-0</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->