It's a special day to be a Bobcat.
Two teams. Two state tournaments. One community proudly cheering them on.
Western Dubuque Softball opens Iowa Class 4A State Tournament play against Winterset at 12:45 PM at Channel Seeds Field in the Harlan Rogers Sports Complex in Fort Dodge on Monday, July 20.
Listen: KDST Radio (99.3)
Tournament information: https://ighsau.org/2026-softball-tournament-central
Western Dubuque Baseball takes on North Polk in the Iowa Class 3A State Tournament Quarterfinals at 1:30 PM at Veterans Memorial Stadium in Cedar Rapids.
Watch: All games will be available via free livestream July 20–24. Broadcast guide: https://www.iahsaa.org/baseball-tournament-broadcast-guide/
Tournament information: https://www.iahsaa.org/baseball/state-tournament-central/
Our Bobcats have represented Western Dubuque with pride all season long, and today they take the state's biggest stage.
Bobcat Nation, wear your red and black, follow along, and cheer loudly from wherever you are.
Good luck, Bobcats. We're proud of you!
#wdbqschools #wdbobcats #ihsgau #ihsaa
Western Dubuque County CSD is hiring bus drivers for the 2026-27 school year! 🚌
➡️ Summers & holidays off
➡️ Morning route: 6:30 to 8:30am
➡️ Afternoon route: 2:30 to 4:30pm
➡️ Day trips available
➡️ Starting pay: $22.83 per hour
Help students start and end each day with a safe ride while earning extra income. Learn more and apply: https://www.applitrack.com/wdbqschools/onlineapp/
➡️ Summers & holidays off
➡️ Morning route: 6:30 to 8:30am
➡️ Afternoon route: 2:30 to 4:30pm
➡️ Day trips available
➡️ Starting pay: $22.83 per hour
Help students start and end each day with a safe ride while earning extra income. Learn more and apply: https://www.applitrack.com/wdbqschools/onlineapp/
⚾️ BACK TO THE BIG STAGE!
The Western Dubuque Bobcats are headed to Cedar Rapids!
With a Class 3A Substate 4 Championship victory over Independence, the Bobcats have earned their place in the Iowa High School State Baseball Tournament.
Championships aren't given; they're earned through countless hours of preparation, sacrifice, and commitment to the team. That's exactly what these Bobcats have done!
The Bobcats will take the field at Veterans Memorial Stadium next week with their sights set on something special.
📍 Veterans Memorial Stadium, Cedar Rapids
📅 Monday, July 20
🏆 Class 3A State Quarterfinals
To our players, coaches, families, and fans, congratulations on an incredible accomplishment. Thank you for representing Western Dubuque with pride and excellence throughout this memorable season.
Cedar Rapids, we're coming.
GO BOBCATS!
⚾️ It's Substate Finals time for the Bobcats!
Western Dubuque will take on the Independence Mustangs tonight in the Class 3A Substate 4 Finals with a trip to the State Tournament on the line.
🕖 7:00 PM
📍 Farley Park
Come out and support this special group of student-athletes as they compete for a spot at State.
Go Bobcats!
Western Dubuque will take on the Independence Mustangs tonight in the Class 3A Substate 4 Finals with a trip to the State Tournament on the line.
🕖 7:00 PM
📍 Farley Park
Come out and support this special group of student-athletes as they compete for a spot at State.
Go Bobcats!
⚾️ STATE BOUND! Congratulations to the Cascade Cougar Baseball team on qualifying for the State Tournament!
Get your official State Tournament gear today and cheer on the Cougars in Carroll! 💙💛
https://stores.inksoft.com/chsbaseballstate2026/shop/home
Get your official State Tournament gear today and cheer on the Cougars in Carroll! 💙💛
https://stores.inksoft.com/chsbaseballstate2026/shop/home
Western Dubuque students are preparing for bright futures. 🎓
According to the 2026 Senior/Family Survey, 94.3% of students said they feel academically prepared for their post-secondary plans, including college, careers, and other pathways.
We are proud to support students as they take the next step toward success!
Learn more on our website: https://www.wdbqschools.org/page/data
According to the 2026 Senior/Family Survey, 94.3% of students said they feel academically prepared for their post-secondary plans, including college, careers, and other pathways.
We are proud to support students as they take the next step toward success!
Learn more on our website: https://www.wdbqschools.org/page/data
⚾️ THE ROAD LEADS BACK TO CARROLL!
The Cascade Cougars are headed to the Iowa High School State Baseball Tournament!
With a victory over Denver in the Class 2A Substate 3 Final, the Cougars have once again earned the opportunity to compete among the state's best.
In a community that rallies around its schools, there is nothing quite like a postseason run. From the players and coaches to the families, students, and fans who fill the stands, this accomplishment belongs to everyone who has supported these young men along the way.
The Cougars will take the field once again next week with a chance to continue writing their story.
📍 Merchants Park, Carroll
📅 Tuesday, July 21
🏆 Class 2A State Quarterfinals
Carroll, here we come.
Congratulations, Cougars. The entire Cascade community is proud of you. Now let's bring the blue and gold to Merchants Park! 💙💛
GO COUGARS!
The Cascade Cougars are headed to the Iowa High School State Baseball Tournament!
With a victory over Denver in the Class 2A Substate 3 Final, the Cougars have once again earned the opportunity to compete among the state's best.
In a community that rallies around its schools, there is nothing quite like a postseason run. From the players and coaches to the families, students, and fans who fill the stands, this accomplishment belongs to everyone who has supported these young men along the way.
The Cougars will take the field once again next week with a chance to continue writing their story.
📍 Merchants Park, Carroll
📅 Tuesday, July 21
🏆 Class 2A State Quarterfinals
Carroll, here we come.
Congratulations, Cougars. The entire Cascade community is proud of you. Now let's bring the blue and gold to Merchants Park! 💙💛
GO COUGARS!
🥎 STATE BOUND!
The Western Dubuque Bobcats are headed back to Fort Dodge!
With a victory over Marion in the Class 4A Region 4 Final, the Bobcats have punched their ticket to the Iowa Girls State Softball Tournament for the fourth consecutive season.
This team has embraced every challenge, competed with heart, and earned the opportunity to take the state's biggest stage once again.
The journey continues on Monday!
📍 Channel Field at Harlan Rogers Sports Complex, Fort Dodge
📅 Monday, July 20
🏆 Class 4A State Quarterfinals
Congratulations to our players, coaches, families, and fans on an incredible accomplishment. Now, let's paint Fort Dodge black and red and cheer on the Bobcats as they continue their postseason run!
GO BOBCATS!
The Western Dubuque Bobcats are headed back to Fort Dodge!
With a victory over Marion in the Class 4A Region 4 Final, the Bobcats have punched their ticket to the Iowa Girls State Softball Tournament for the fourth consecutive season.
This team has embraced every challenge, competed with heart, and earned the opportunity to take the state's biggest stage once again.
The journey continues on Monday!
📍 Channel Field at Harlan Rogers Sports Complex, Fort Dodge
📅 Monday, July 20
🏆 Class 4A State Quarterfinals
Congratulations to our players, coaches, families, and fans on an incredible accomplishment. Now, let's paint Fort Dodge black and red and cheer on the Bobcats as they continue their postseason run!
GO BOBCATS!
⚾️ 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
