From all reaches of Missouri to Kansas and even some Oklahoma groups, this season promises to bring more than its fair share of close battles and surprises.

Iowa City and Waukee took care of business at home, while Ankeny Centennial conquered South Dakota and Waukee Northwest triumphed in Wisconsin.

Choirs dominated their events to start the season, with all four Comps of the Week winners taking captions for both vocals and choreography over their competitors.

Des Moines Christian, Holmen, Sioux Falls Jefferson and Maryville bring the heat to start the 2026 show choir season.

Three of the nation’s top groups held firm atop the standings and defended their territory, while four out-of-state groups partied in Wisco.

See how everything shook out in the Show Me State this season!

It’s the middle of February, which means that some are starting their seasons, some are in the middle of their seasons, and some are ending.

Deep fields at Johnston and Pleasant Hill, titans at the top of Millard West, and a varied UNL Midwest Cup lineup are featured this week.