Harlan tops Iowa high school football with 14 state titles, national list shows

When it comes to high school football dynasties, Iowa has a clear king: Harlan Community High School. A new national ranking of the most state championship wins in each state confirms what many Hawkeye State fans already know. Harlan leads Iowa with 14 state titles, a record built over five decades of consistent excellence.

The list, compiled by USA TODAY and published by Yahoo Sports Canada, ranks the winningest high school football program in every state. For Iowa, that honor belongs to the Harlan Cyclones, who have claimed championships in 1972, 1982, 1983, 1984, 1993, 1995, 1997, 1998, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2009, 2021, and 2022.

What makes Harlan's dynasty special?

Harlan's run is