Week 10 Digest: IHSA Classes 1A–3A
Published October 26, 2026 · Friday Night Wire & Game Recaps
1A2A3AWeek 10 of the 2026-27 small-school football season features updated rankings and recent results across all classes, with playoff qualifiers finalized. Per the IHSA rankings polls, Class 1A, 2A, and 3A standings reflect current performances, while posted scores highlight key matchups and outcomes.
Class 1A
Mt. Sterling (9-0) remains atop the rankings with 119 points and 11 first-place votes, followed by Stockton (8-1) and Hardin (8-1). Heyworth (9-0) surged to fourth after a 53-0 win over Tuscola. Camp Point (8-1) and Lena (7-3) round out the top five. Key results include Arthur’s 49-22 victory over Fisher and Clifton’s 53-14 win over Iroquois West.
Class 2A
El Paso (9-0) leads with 121 points, while Wilmington (8-1) and Port Byron (9-0) hold second and third. Maroa (8-1) and Johnston City (9-0) complete the top five. Notable games include Port Byron’s 35-13 win at Kewanee and Wilmington’s 14-0 loss to Coal City. Downs (8-1) and Aurora (8-1) are locked in the top 10.
Class 3A
Elmhurst (8-1) and Byron (9-0) dominate the rankings, with St. Joseph (9-0) and Richmond (9-0) rounding out the top four. Williamsville (8-1) and Hillsboro (9-0) follow. Key results include Byron’s 64-6 win at Rockford Lutheran and Richmond’s 49-0 shutout of Woodstock.
Storylines to Watch
In Class 1A, Mt. Sterling and Heyworth face off in a pivotal matchup as playoff qualifiers solidify. Class 2A’s El Paso and Port Byron aim to maintain their dominance, while Class 3A’s undefeated Byron and St. Joseph seek to extend their streaks. Playoff berths are set, with teams like Arthur (1A) and Maroa (2A) securing spots through strong finishes.