Cayce, SC, October 23, 2025
News Summary
The S.C. High School League’s girls tennis playoffs are set to begin this week, culminating in the state championships at the Cayce Tennis Center. With an exhilarating schedule planned, teams will compete in upper and lower state matches leading up to the championship. This week, teams across the state will battle for a chance at the title, making it a thrilling time for players and tennis fans alike.
Cayce, SC – S.C. High School League Girls Tennis Playoffs Begin
The S.C. High School League’s girls tennis playoffs will commence this week, concluding with the state championships taking place at the Cayce Tennis Center on November 8. This year’s playoffs promise exciting matchups as teams compete for the coveted title.
Match Schedule
The upper and lower state matches, which are crucial in determining the finalists for the championship, will unfold in two waves, starting on Thursday.
Upper State Matches Scheduled for Thursday:
- (9) Byrnes vs (8) Wade Hampton
- (12) Boiling Springs vs (5) Rock Hill
- (11) Clover vs (6) Spring Valley
- (10) Dutch Fork vs (7) JL Mann
Upper State Match-ups for October 28:
- (9) Byrnes/(8) Wade Hampton at (1) Spartanburg
- (12) Boiling Springs/(5) Rock Hill at (4) Mauldin
- (11) Clover/(6) Spring Valley at (3) Dorman
- (10) Dutch Fork/(7) JL Mann at (2) Blythewood
Lower State Matches Scheduled for Thursday:
- (9) Cane Bay vs (8) Summerville
- (12) Stratford vs (5) Carolina Forest
- (11) Fort Dorchester vs (6) West Ashley
- (10) Ashley Ridge vs (7) Sumter
Lower State Match-ups for October 28:
- (9) Cane Bay/(8) Summerville at (1) James Island
- (12) Stratford/(5) Carolina Forest at (4) Lexington
- (11) Fort Dorchester/(6) West Ashley at (3) Wando
- (10) Ashley Ridge/(7) Sumter at (2) River Bluff
Additional Matches
Further upper state matches on Thursday include:
- (9) Northwestern vs (8) Indian Land
- (12) Greenwood vs (5) Greenville
- (11) Hillcrest vs (6) Catawba Ridge
- (10) Woodmont vs (7) Gaffney
Lower State will also feature:
- (9) Lugoff-Elgin vs (8) Irmo
- (12) Westwood vs (5) Conway
- (11) St. James vs (6) North Myrtle Beach
- (10) Goose Creek vs (7) Chapin
Bye Matches
Several teams in both divisions will have bye matches, including:
- Upper State: Mountain View Prep, Christ Church, Woodruff, Pendleton, Powdersville, Union County, among others.
- Lower State: Oceanside Collegiate, Fox Creek, Georgetown, Waccamaw, Hanahan, etc.
SC Independent School Association Championships
Brackets for the SC Independent School Association championships are expected to be released later this week, offering yet another round of competition for high school tennis teams.
Related Tennis Championship
Additionally, the HHP team has advanced to the SCISA 3A boys tennis championship after defeating Ben Lippen 6-0. This championship match is scheduled for 3:30 p.m. on Friday at the Cayce Tennis Center.
Conclusion
With various exciting matches lined up for the S.C. High School League girls tennis playoffs, the upcoming weeks promise to be thrilling for players and fans alike. As teams vie for the state championship title, the sports community will eagerly watch how the playoffs unfold.
FAQ
What date do the S.C. High School League girls tennis playoffs begin?
The S.C. High School League’s girls tennis playoffs will begin this week.
When will the state championships for girls tennis take place?
State championships for girls tennis will take place at the Cayce Tennis Center on November 8.
When are the brackets for the SC Independent School Association championships expected to be released?
Brackets for the SC Independent School Association championships are expected to be released later this week.
What matches are scheduled for Upper State on Thursday?
Upper State matches scheduled for Thursday include:
(9) Byrnes vs (8) Wade Hampton,
(12) Boiling Springs vs (5) Rock Hill,
(11) Clover vs (6) Spring Valley,
(10) Dutch Fork vs (7) JL Mann.
What matches are scheduled for Lower State on Thursday?
Lower State matches scheduled for Thursday include:
(9) Cane Bay vs (8) Summerville,
(12) Stratford vs (5) Carolina Forest,
(11) Fort Dorchester vs (6) West Ashley,
(10) Ashley Ridge vs (7) Sumter.
Key Features of the S.C. High School League Girls Tennis Playoffs
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Start Date | This week |
| State Championships Date | November 8 |
| Location of Championships | Cayce Tennis Center |
| Upper State Matches Thursday | Byrnes vs Wade Hampton, Boiling Springs vs Rock Hill, Clover vs Spring Valley, Dutch Fork vs JL Mann |
| Lower State Matches Thursday | Cane Bay vs Summerville, Stratford vs Carolina Forest, Fort Dorchester vs West Ashley, Ashley Ridge vs Sumter |
| SCISA Championships Release Date | Later this week |
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- The State: S.C. High School League Girls Tennis Playoffs Begin
- Wikipedia: Tennis
- Xavier: Men’s Tennis Take on Butler in Big East Quarterfinals
- Google Search: High School Tennis Playoffs
- Post and Courier: T-Breds Blank Sharks in Round Three
- Google Scholar: High School Tennis
- Creighton: Men’s Tennis Defeats Xavier
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Tennis
- Post and Courier: HS Tennis State Finals
- Google News: High School Tennis Championships
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