South Carolina High School Football Season Kicks Off

Columbia, South Carolina, August 26, 2025

News Summary

The South Carolina high school football season began with thrilling matchups as teams showcased their skills in the opening weekend. Abbeville dominated Southside Christian, winning 42-0, while Northwestern, the defending champion, secured a decisive 39-7 victory against Spartanburg. Gaffney slipped in the rankings after a loss, while Irmo made a notable ascent. As the season unfolds, fans can expect real-time updates and scores, keeping the excitement alive throughout the year.

Columbia, South Carolina – The 2025 South Carolina high school football season officially kicked off on Friday, showcasing an exciting opening weekend filled with significant scores and shifts in team rankings. A comprehensive list of final scores from this weekend’s action highlights the competitive nature of the early games across the state.

Among the notable outcomes, Abbeville delivered a dominant performance against Southside Christian, winning 42-0. Other impressive results included Aiken beating Aynor 27-7, and Bamberg-Ehrhardt overpowering Edisto 42-8. Belton-Honea Path and Bluffton also secured commanding victories, defeating Broome 49-9 and Whale Branch 49-0, respectively. Meanwhile, the defending state champion, Northwestern, began their season with a decisive 39-7 victory against Spartanburg.

In that game, standout player Amarian Coleman made headlines with a remarkable 100-yard interception return for a touchdown, and teammate Quay Mobley showcased his versatility with two rushing touchdowns. This victory solidified Northwestern’s position as a top contender for another championship title as they aim for back-to-back successes.

In ranking movements, Gaffney, previously ranked No. 2, suffered a setback against Independence (NC) with a close score of 27-21. This loss caused Gaffney to slip to No. 6 in the rankings. In contrast, Irmo made a significant leap from No. 8 to No. 5 after a thrilling 35-28 victory over Oceanside Collegiate.

This weekend also saw the top teams in the rankings adjust, with seven teams entering the Top 25 after successful opens. Notable mentions include Hillcrest, which triumphed 56-17 against Laures, and Easley, which edged out Pickens 56-34. The upcoming schedule is also shaping up to be highly anticipated, with Dutch Fork expected to face Spartanburg next week, aiming for their 22nd consecutive victory.

Another prominent match scheduled for August 29 includes Gaffney hosting J.L. Mann while South Pointe will face off against Rock Hill. Despite losing to Hough (NC) 14-10 in their opening game, South Pointe remains optimistic about turning their season around.

As the season progresses, fans can look forward to real-time updates and scores from the Rivals High School Scoreboard, which aims to keep the excitement of high school football alive throughout the year.

Key Opening Weekend Scores

• Abbeville 42, Southside Christian 0
• Aiken 27, Aynor 7
• Bamberg-Ehrhardt 42, Edisto 8
• Belton-Honea Path 49, Broome 9
• Bluffton 49, Whale Branch 0
• Blythewood 34, Nation Ford 27
• Boiling Springs 23, Greer 18
• Byrnes 30, T.L. Hanna 10
• Carvers Bay 14, Waccamaw 12
• Catawba Ridge 30, Chapin 0
• Crestwood 48, Manning 14
• Dorman 34, Greenville 0
• Easley 56, Pickens 34
• Fort Mill 52, Ballantyne Ridge 6
• Hillcrest 56, Laurens 17
• Myrtle Beach 43, Lake City 18
• Northwestern 39, Spartanburg 7
• South Pointe 10, Hough (NC) 14

Upcoming Matches

• Gaffney vs. J.L. Mann – August 29
• South Pointe vs. Rock Hill – August 29

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Additional Resources

• WYFF4: High School Football Live Scores
• Sports Illustrated: South Carolina High School Football Top 25 Rankings
• On3: South Carolina High School Football Top 25 Rankings
• Greenville Online: SC High School Football Scores
• Encyclopedia Britannica: High School Football

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