South Carolina, September 20, 2025

News Summary

The South Carolina high school football scene delivered an action-packed Week 5 with 104 games played. Notable matchups saw York High School narrowly defeat Dreher, while Batesburg-Leesville triumphed over Calhoun County with a significant score of 56-7. Other highlights included Camden’s victory against Richard Northeast and Northwestern’s impressive showing against Nation Ford. The continued rise in talent and competitiveness in the league is evident, as many teams vie for playoff positions. The upcoming rounds promise to showcase even more intense rivalry and strategic play.

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The South Carolina high school football season saw a dynamic Week 5 on September 19, 2025, featuring a total of 104 games played across the state. Notably, 22 of these matches included teams ranked in the top 25, showcasing the rising talent and competitiveness within the league.

Key Match Results

York High School pulled off a thrilling victory against Dreher, defeating them 35-28. Tayshon Freeman led the way for York, throwing three touchdown passes and rushing for two more. At one point, York held a commanding 28-6 lead in the third quarter. This win is set to impact their standing as they aim for playoffs.

In another notable match, Batesburg-Leesville showcased a dominant performance, crushing Calhoun County 56-7, while Brookland-Cayce also secured a solid win against South Aiken with a score of 35-14. Camden similarly routed Richard Northeast, ending the game at 61-15, demonstrating strong offensive strategies across these games.

Other significant results include:

• Clear Dot Charter narrowly beating Calhoun Falls, 28-26
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• Gray Collegiate defeating Midland Valley, 38-6
• Hammond taking down Hilton Head Christian, 56-0
• Irmo overpowering Myrtle Beach, 59-21
• River Bluff dominating Cheraw with a score of 67-19
• Northwestern recording an impressive 75-21 victory over Nation Ford.

Other Notable Matchups

The matchup between No. 3 South Pointe and No. 24 AC Flora attracted considerable attention, emphasizing the importance of these rankings in the ongoing season. No. 10 Greenwood also faced off against No. 22 T.L. Hanna in what proved to be an intriguing contest.

Some highlights of other fixtures included Beaufort’s impressive 48-0 victory over Battery Creek and Belton Honea Path’s clean 49-0 sheet against Palmetto. The consistent displays of strength from various teams underline the competitive landscape of South Carolina high school football.

Background Context

The South Carolina high school football season is a much-anticipated yearly event that showcases young and emerging talent in the state. Week 5 results reflect not just the immediate outcomes of individual games but also the evolving narrative of the season as teams vie for top spots in their respective classifications. The games draw significant attendance, with communities rallying around their local teams and athletes.

As the season progresses, teams will look to build on these performances, refine their strategies, and secure their spots in the playoffs. With 22 ranked teams playing this week, the potential for shifts in rankings makes every match crucial as the competition intensifies.

Upcoming Challenges

Looking ahead, teams will need to analyze both their strengths and weaknesses as they prepare for the next rounds of competition. Continuity in training and skill development will remain key as every victory counts in the quest for playoff contention.

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Additional Resources

• WYFF 4 News
• Wikipedia: South Carolina High School Football
• Herald Online
• Google Search: South Carolina High School Football
• Greenville Online
• Encyclopedia Britannica: Football
• ABC News 4
• Google News: High School Football South Carolina
• The State
• Google Scholar: High School Football

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