⚾️ It's Substate Finals Game Day!
The road to Carroll comes down to one game.
The Cascade Cougars take on Denver tonight in the Class 2A Substate 3 Final with a trip to the Iowa State Baseball Tournament on the line.
🆚 Denver
📍 West Delaware High School, Manchester
🕖 7:00 PM
Wear your blue and gold, pack the stands, and help cheer the Cougars on as they battle for a spot in next week's state tournament!
Let's go, Cougars! 💙💛
The road to Carroll comes down to one game.
The Cascade Cougars take on Denver tonight in the Class 2A Substate 3 Final with a trip to the Iowa State Baseball Tournament on the line.
🆚 Denver
📍 West Delaware High School, Manchester
🕖 7:00 PM
Wear your blue and gold, pack the stands, and help cheer the Cougars on as they battle for a spot in next week's state tournament!
Let's go, Cougars! 💙💛
🥎 It's Substate Finals Game Day!
The Western Dubuque Bobcats host Marion tonight in the Class 4A Region 4 Final with a trip to Fort Dodge on the line.
🆚 Marion Wolves
📍 Farley Park
🕖 7:00 PM
Let's fill the stands, bring the energy, and cheer on the Bobcats as they battle for another chance to compete at the State Softball Tournament. Go Bobcats!
#wdbqschools #wdbobcats
The Western Dubuque Bobcats host Marion tonight in the Class 4A Region 4 Final with a trip to Fort Dodge on the line.
🆚 Marion Wolves
📍 Farley Park
🕖 7:00 PM
Let's fill the stands, bring the energy, and cheer on the Bobcats as they battle for another chance to compete at the State Softball Tournament. Go Bobcats!
#wdbqschools #wdbobcats
Congratulations to Western Dubuque graduate Quentin Nauman on being named The Gazette's 2026 Male Athlete of the Year! ❤️🖤
Quentin leaves an incredible legacy as Iowa's most accomplished high school distance runner, capturing 10 state track championships, two state cross country titles, and rewriting the record books along the way. His dedication, humility, and sportsmanship have inspired athletes across the state.
We can't wait to see what's next as Quentin continues his running career at the University of Oregon. Once a Bobcat, always a Bobcat. Congratulations, Quentin!
Read the full story from The Gazette: https://bit.ly/WDHSQNauman
Quentin leaves an incredible legacy as Iowa's most accomplished high school distance runner, capturing 10 state track championships, two state cross country titles, and rewriting the record books along the way. His dedication, humility, and sportsmanship have inspired athletes across the state.
We can't wait to see what's next as Quentin continues his running career at the University of Oregon. Once a Bobcat, always a Bobcat. Congratulations, Quentin!
Read the full story from The Gazette: https://bit.ly/WDHSQNauman
⚾️ It's Game Day, Bobcats!
The road to the Iowa State Baseball Tournament continues tonight as Western Dubuque hosts Mount Vernon in the Class 3A Substate 4 Semifinals.
🆚 Mount Vernon
📍 Farley Park
🕖 7:00 PM
A win sends the Bobcats to the Substate Final with a state tournament berth one step away.
Wear your black and red, pack the stands, and bring the energy. Let's defend our home field and cheer the Bobcats on to victory! ❤️🖤
#wdbqschools #wdbobcats #ihsaa
The road to the Iowa State Baseball Tournament continues tonight as Western Dubuque hosts Mount Vernon in the Class 3A Substate 4 Semifinals.
🆚 Mount Vernon
📍 Farley Park
🕖 7:00 PM
A win sends the Bobcats to the Substate Final with a state tournament berth one step away.
Wear your black and red, pack the stands, and bring the energy. Let's defend our home field and cheer the Bobcats on to victory! ❤️🖤
#wdbqschools #wdbobcats #ihsaa
⚾️ The Road to Carroll continues tonight!
The Cascade Cougars are one win closer to their goal, and tonight brings another big postseason challenge.
Cascade hosts Anamosa in the Class 2A Substate 3 Semifinals at beautiful Legion Field. Every inning matters as the Cougars continue their quest for a trip to Carroll and the Substate Championship.
Let's pack Legion Field, create an incredible postseason atmosphere, and cheer on our Cougars as they defend their home field!
🗓️ Tonight, July 11
🕢 First Pitch: 7:30 PM
📍 Legion Field | Cascade
Cougar Nation is behind you every step of the way. Let's go, Cougars! 💙💛
#wdbqschools #chscougs
The Cascade Cougars are one win closer to their goal, and tonight brings another big postseason challenge.
Cascade hosts Anamosa in the Class 2A Substate 3 Semifinals at beautiful Legion Field. Every inning matters as the Cougars continue their quest for a trip to Carroll and the Substate Championship.
Let's pack Legion Field, create an incredible postseason atmosphere, and cheer on our Cougars as they defend their home field!
🗓️ Tonight, July 11
🕢 First Pitch: 7:30 PM
📍 Legion Field | Cascade
Cougar Nation is behind you every step of the way. Let's go, Cougars! 💙💛
#wdbqschools #chscougs
🥎 The Quest for Fort Dodge begins tonight!
The postseason is here, and the Western Dubuque Bobcats are ready to begin their journey.
Tonight, the Bobcats host Independence in the Class 4A Region 4 Tournament at Farley Park. Every inning, every out, and every play matters as the road to the state tournament gets underway.
Let's fill the stands, create a tremendous home field atmosphere, and cheer on our Bobcats as they begin their postseason run.
🗓️ Tonight, Saturday, July 11
🕖 First Pitch: 7:00 PM
📍 Farley Park
We're behind you every step of the way. Let's go, Bobcats! 🖤❤️
#wdbqschools #wdbobcats
The postseason is here, and the Western Dubuque Bobcats are ready to begin their journey.
Tonight, the Bobcats host Independence in the Class 4A Region 4 Tournament at Farley Park. Every inning, every out, and every play matters as the road to the state tournament gets underway.
Let's fill the stands, create a tremendous home field atmosphere, and cheer on our Bobcats as they begin their postseason run.
🗓️ Tonight, Saturday, July 11
🕖 First Pitch: 7:00 PM
📍 Farley Park
We're behind you every step of the way. Let's go, Bobcats! 🖤❤️
#wdbqschools #wdbobcats
🥎 The Quest for Fort Dodge continues!
The Cascade Cougars are on the road tonight as they take on Durant in the second round of the Class 2A Region 7 Tournament.
With every game, the stakes get higher and the dream gets closer. Let's cheer on these outstanding student athletes as they continue their postseason journey toward Fort Dodge!
🗓️ Tonight, Friday, July 10
🕖 First Pitch: 7:00 PM
📍 Durant High School
Cougar Nation is behind you every step of the way. Let's go, Cougars! 💙💛
#wdbqschools #chscougs #ihsgau
The Cascade Cougars are on the road tonight as they take on Durant in the second round of the Class 2A Region 7 Tournament.
With every game, the stakes get higher and the dream gets closer. Let's cheer on these outstanding student athletes as they continue their postseason journey toward Fort Dodge!
🗓️ Tonight, Friday, July 10
🕖 First Pitch: 7:00 PM
📍 Durant High School
Cougar Nation is behind you every step of the way. Let's go, Cougars! 💙💛
#wdbqschools #chscougs #ihsgau
⚾️ The Road to Cedar Rapids begins tonight!
The postseason is here, and the Western Dubuque Bobcats are ready to make their run.
Tonight, the Bobcats open Class 3A Substate 4 tournament play as they take on Charles City at 7:00 PM at Farley Park. Every game matters, and every pitch brings the team one step closer to the state tournament at Veterans Memorial Stadium in Cedar Rapids.
Let's fill the stands, create an incredible home field atmosphere, and show our support for these student athletes as they begin their postseason journey.
🗓️ Friday, July 10
🕖 First Pitch: 7:00 PM
📍 Farley Park
Good luck, Bobcats! We're behind you every step of the way. 🖤❤️
#wdbqschools #ihsaa
The postseason is here, and the Western Dubuque Bobcats are ready to make their run.
Tonight, the Bobcats open Class 3A Substate 4 tournament play as they take on Charles City at 7:00 PM at Farley Park. Every game matters, and every pitch brings the team one step closer to the state tournament at Veterans Memorial Stadium in Cedar Rapids.
Let's fill the stands, create an incredible home field atmosphere, and show our support for these student athletes as they begin their postseason journey.
🗓️ Friday, July 10
🕖 First Pitch: 7:00 PM
📍 Farley Park
Good luck, Bobcats! We're behind you every step of the way. 🖤❤️
#wdbqschools #ihsaa
If you’re looking for your next great career opportunity, we’re hiring for the upcoming school year! 🙌
We are in search of dedicated, caring people who want to make a difference for our students every day. If that sounds like you, we invite you to apply today!
https://www.applitrack.com/wdbqschools/onlineapp
We are in search of dedicated, caring people who want to make a difference for our students every day. If that sounds like you, we invite you to apply today!
https://www.applitrack.com/wdbqschools/onlineapp
🥎 The Road to Fort Dodge begins tonight.
Cascade Softball opens postseason play against Northeast in Class 2A Region 7.
🕖 7:00 PM
📍 Cascade High School
Pack the stands, bring the energy, and cheer on the Cougars as they begin their tournament run! Let's go, Cougars! 💙💛
#wdbqschools #chscougs #IGHSAU
Cascade Softball opens postseason play against Northeast in Class 2A Region 7.
🕖 7:00 PM
📍 Cascade High School
Pack the stands, bring the energy, and cheer on the Cougars as they begin their tournament run! Let's go, Cougars! 💙💛
#wdbqschools #chscougs #IGHSAU
The Western Dubuque County Community School District reminds families, students, coaches, and sponsors that the annual IHSAA/IGHSAU Non-Contact Period will take place Sunday, July 26, through Sunday, August 2, 2026.
This non-contact period is established by the Unified Activities Federation, which includes the Iowa High School Athletic Association (IHSAA), Iowa Girls High School Athletic Union (IGHSAU), Iowa High School Music Association (IHSMA), and Iowa High School Speech Association (IHSSA).
During this week, all Western Dubuque school-sponsored activities are suspended. This includes, but is not limited to:
Camps
Clinics
Team workouts
Strength and conditioning sessions
Practices
Lessons
Meetings
Any other school-sponsored activity involving students and coaches/sponsors
The purpose of the non-contact period is to provide students, coaches, and families with a dedicated week to rest, recharge, and spend time together before the start of the upcoming school year and fall activity season.
Regular activities may resume on Monday, August 3, in accordance with Iowa association rules and district schedules.
Thank you for your cooperation and support as we observe this statewide non-contact period. We hope everyone enjoys a safe, relaxing, and enjoyable week with family and friends as we prepare for another outstanding year of academics, activities, and opportunities at Western Dubuque.
This non-contact period is established by the Unified Activities Federation, which includes the Iowa High School Athletic Association (IHSAA), Iowa Girls High School Athletic Union (IGHSAU), Iowa High School Music Association (IHSMA), and Iowa High School Speech Association (IHSSA).
During this week, all Western Dubuque school-sponsored activities are suspended. This includes, but is not limited to:
Camps
Clinics
Team workouts
Strength and conditioning sessions
Practices
Lessons
Meetings
Any other school-sponsored activity involving students and coaches/sponsors
The purpose of the non-contact period is to provide students, coaches, and families with a dedicated week to rest, recharge, and spend time together before the start of the upcoming school year and fall activity season.
Regular activities may resume on Monday, August 3, in accordance with Iowa association rules and district schedules.
Thank you for your cooperation and support as we observe this statewide non-contact period. We hope everyone enjoys a safe, relaxing, and enjoyable week with family and friends as we prepare for another outstanding year of academics, activities, and opportunities at Western Dubuque.
⚾️ The Road to Carroll begins tonight.
The Cascade Cougars open Class 2A Substate 3 postseason play as they take on Tipton at beautiful Legion Field.
🗓️ Tuesday, July 7
⏰ First Pitch: 7:30 PM
📍 Legion Field | Cascade
Let's pack the stands, create a championship atmosphere, and cheer on the Cougars as they begin their postseason journey.
Let's go, Cougars! 💙💛
#wdbqschools
The Cascade Cougars open Class 2A Substate 3 postseason play as they take on Tipton at beautiful Legion Field.
🗓️ Tuesday, July 7
⏰ First Pitch: 7:30 PM
📍 Legion Field | Cascade
Let's pack the stands, create a championship atmosphere, and cheer on the Cougars as they begin their postseason journey.
Let's go, Cougars! 💙💛
#wdbqschools
As part of the Western Dubuque County CSD’s commitment to continuous improvement, we conducted a survey to learn more about the experiences of graduating seniors and their families. The data will help WDCCSD improve in the future. 📄
The Donovan Group, an independent third party, administered the survey and collected and analyzed the data. The survey was open from April 15 through May 1, 2026. A total of 213 respondents completed the survey.
Learn more on our website: https://www.wdbqschools.org/page/data
The Donovan Group, an independent third party, administered the survey and collected and analyzed the data. The survey was open from April 15 through May 1, 2026. A total of 213 respondents completed the survey.
Learn more on our website: https://www.wdbqschools.org/page/data
Happy Fourth of July! Wishing everyone a safe and joyful day of celebration. 🎆
Dear Western Dubuque County Community School District Families,
As many of you may be aware, Iowa recently enacted House File 2591, which allows eligible 8th grade students to participate in high school athletics.
We understand this change may generate questions from parents, students, and coaches as everyone works to understand how the new law will be implemented. At this time, the Western Dubuque County Community School District administration and Activities Departments are reviewing the legislation and developing procedures that align with both the law and the best interests of our student-athletes and athletic programs.
The Western Dubuque CCSD will not implement a blanket policy that automatically places all 8th grade students at the high school level. We recognize that there may be circumstances where participation at the high school level is appropriate for an individual student-athlete. Any opportunity for an 8th grade student to participate in a high school sport will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis through a comprehensive review process. The process will begin with a recommendation from the respective head varsity coach, followed by administrative review and consideration of the student's physical, emotional, academic readiness, the needs of the athletic program, safety considerations, and the overall well-being of the student-athlete. Parents and guardians will be a part of the decision-making process, and all decisions will be made with the best interests of the student-athlete as the highest priority.
As the Iowa Girls High School Athletic Union (IGHSAU) and the Iowa High School Athletic Association (IHSAA) continue to provide guidance, we encourage families to review the HF2591 Frequently Asked Questions document. This resource addresses many common questions regarding eligibility, participation, and implementation.
https://ighsau.nyc3.digitaloceanspaces.com/ighsaudocuments/hf2591-faq-06-22-26.pdf
We will be meeting with our head coaches in early August to review the legislation, establish consistent district procedures, and provide additional guidance regarding the implementation of House File 2591. Following those meetings, we will communicate finalized procedures and expectations with our families prior to the start of the fall athletic season.
We appreciate your patience as we work to establish clear procedures and expectations for Western Dubuque Community School District students, families, and coaches. Our goal is to thoughtfully implement this legislation while supporting student-athlete development, ensuring student safety, and maintaining the integrity of our middle school and high school athletic programs.
If you have any questions, please contact:
Amy Ostwinkle, Activities Director, Western Dubuque High School, amy.ostwinkle@wdbqschools.org
Mark Ressler, Activities Director/Assistant Principal, Cascade Jr/Sr High School, mark.ressler@wdbqschools.org
What a great turnout for the first night of Little Dribblers Basketball Camp! 🏀
It was wonderful to see so many young athletes learning new skills, building confidence, and having fun on the court. We can't wait to see everyone back for the next session! 😊
It was wonderful to see so many young athletes learning new skills, building confidence, and having fun on the court. We can't wait to see everyone back for the next session! 😊
We’re hiring! Join the Western Dubuque Community School District and make a difference for students, families, and our school community. 🤗
Explore current openings and apply today: https://www.applitrack.com/wdbqschools/onlineapp
Explore current openings and apply today: https://www.applitrack.com/wdbqschools/onlineapp
We want to wish all the dads and father figures in our community a very Happy Father’s Day! 🤗
Another unforgettable night at the Field of Dreams as the Cascade Cougars battled Beckman in front of an incredible crowd. Cascade earned a thrilling 5-4 victory in 10 innings in Game 1, and the Cougars kept the momentum rolling by jumping out to a big lead in game two.
What makes nights like this special isn’t just the baseball, it's seeing our students compete on one of the most iconic diamonds in the country while our communities come together to cheer them on. #wdbqschools
Historic night at the Field of Dreams. ⚾️
Western Dubuque defeated Clinton 11-1 in five innings in one of the most iconic settings in all of baseball. From the opening pitch to the postgame sunset, this place lived up to its name.
The magic continues tomorrow as Cascade hosts Beckman in a doubleheader beginning at 5:00 PM.
#wdbqschools
