Blackville

The region showdown between the Blackville-Hilda and Ridge Spring-Monetta high school football teams is set for October 3, 2025, amidst coaching changes and evolving team dynamics. With the weather forecast calling for plentiful sunshine and a high of 78°F, the matchup promises to be an exciting contest.

Blackville-Hilda comes off a commanding 43-0 victory against Denmark-Olar, showcasing a significant turnaround after a tough start to the season. Meanwhile, Ridge Spring-Monetta, buoyed by a dominant win against Whitmire, is eager to build on their current momentum.

During their last encounter on November 8, 2024, Blackville-Hilda claimed victory over Ridge Spring-Monetta with a score of 35-12, setting the stage for a heated rematch. As the teams prepare, both head coaches emphasize the fundamentals necessary for success. Ridge Spring-Monetta‘s head coach, Jay Brannon, stresses the need to avoid turnovers and improve blocking angles to maintain their competitive edge.

Blackville-Hilda, in contrast, must focus on minimizing self-inflicted errors like turnovers and penalties that threaten to disrupt their momentum. Key players are stepping up, and the team is beginning to find their rhythm on the field.

Across the region, other teams are also gearing up for important matchups. Midland Valley defeated Airport 49-7 in their last match and seeks to further capitalize on their strong run game. In contrast, South Aiken aims to improve its region record against Gilbert, who recently took control in a match against Aiken.

Fox Creek stands as the only undefeated team in the area with a 5-0 record, preparing to challenge Class AAA No. 8 Orangeburg-Wilkinson. Meanwhile, Silver Bluff has demonstrated strong offensive capabilities, showcasing significant contributions from player Drelyn Brown in recent victories.

On the other side of the spectrum, Barnwell struggles with key injuries that have impacted their lineup, including the absence of their starting quarterback and running backs. Moreover, the matchup between Batesburg-Leesville and Strom Thurmond is anticipated as both teams are closely ranked in the AA poll. Wagener-Salley enters their game against Hunter-Kinard-Tyler with hopes of finding consistency after a bye week.

Lastly, the contest between Williston-Elko and Calhoun County also generates interest, as both seek to lift themselves from a winless record, aiming to capitalize on recent promising performances.

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