Hinton Blackhawks Finish Season as IGHSAU Class 2A State Runner-up
The Hinton Blackhawks concluded their season as the IGHSAU Class 2A State Runner-up after a competitive 5-set championship match against Beckman Catholic.

Sioux City, IA, November 5, 2026 — The Hinton Blackhawks have concluded their season, earning the title of IGHSAU Class 2A State Runner-up. The team reached this standing after participating in a competitive championship match that extended to five sets. Their final opponent in the championship was Beckman Catholic.
The IGHSAU (Iowa Girls High School Athletic Union) state tournament is a significant event in the state’s athletic calendar, culminating in championship matches for various classes. For the Hinton Blackhawks, this season’s journey led them to the final match of the Class 2A division.
The championship contest against Beckman Catholic was reportedly a closely fought battle. The match required the full five sets to determine a winner, indicating a high level of play and determination from both teams. While the Blackhawks achieved the runner-up position, Beckman Catholic emerged as the state champions.
Specific details regarding the date of the championship match, the location where it was held, or individual player statistics were not provided in the summary. The outcome signifies a successful season for the Hinton Blackhawks, with their performance in the state tournament being a notable achievement for the program.
Story summarized from the original created by Jayson Moeller on www.ktiv.com, see more information here.
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