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Johnston Advances to Iowa High School State Softball Tournament

Find out who the Dragons will play in the 2013 quarterfinals Monday.

Johnston has its sights set on a high school state championship.

The varsity softball team advanced to the state tournament following a win over WaukeeΒ in the Class 5A regional final Tuesday night.Β 

The Dragons, 30-11,Β will play Monday in the quarterfinal round of the Iowa High School state softball tournament,Β according to the Des Moines Register. They play West Des Moines ValleyΒ (26-15)Β at 7 p.m.

All state softball games will be played at Rogers Sports Complex in Fort Dodge, located atΒ 1628 Nelson Ave.

The semifinals are Thursday, July 25 at 7 and 7:30 p.m. The final is Friday, July 26 at 7 p.m.

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