Columbia, SC, October 21, 2025
News Summary
The 2025 South Carolina high school football season enters Week 9, featuring crucial matchups like Brookland-Cayce vs. Gilbert and Lexington vs. Dutch Fork. These games will greatly impact playoff standings and regional dynamics. Players to watch include Andrew Frick from Brookland-Cayce and Quintin Wilson from Dutch Fork, both of whom have been in excellent form this season. Fans can look forward to these competitive showdowns as the teams vie for better postseason positions.
Columbia, SC – Week 9 of the 2025 South Carolina regular high school football season kicks off with exciting matchups on the schedule. Key games to watch include Brookland-Cayce vs. Gilbert, Lexington vs. Dutch Fork, Lugoff-Elgin vs. Westwood, Silver Bluff vs. Swansea, South Aiken vs. Gray Collegiate, and White Knoll vs. Irmo. These matchups will play a crucial role in determining playoff positions and regional standings.
BROOKLAND-CAYCE VS. GILBERT
The Brookland-Cayce and Gilbert teams are both sitting at third place in the region, sharing the spot with Midland Valley and South Aiken. Gilbert holds a slight historical edge in their rivalry, leading the series 7-6. The teams have recently split the last four meetings, setting the stage for a competitive matchup. Brookland-Cayce’s quarterback, Andrew Frick, has had an impressive season so far, throwing for 1,505 yards and 12 touchdowns. Evan Simmons is a standout on defense for Brookland-Cayce, accumulating 82 tackles. On the other hand, Gilbert’s Wynn Meetze rushed for 134 yards and scored two touchdowns in their previous game.
LEXINGTON VS. DUTCH FORK
In the matchup between Lexington and Dutch Fork, the latter dominates the all-time series with a record of 15-8 and has won 11 consecutive games against Lexington. Dutch Fork’s standout player, Quintin Wilson, has scored three touchdowns in each of his last two games, showcasing his ability. The team also features Stone Furrey, who leads in receptions with 21, racking up 427 yards and two touchdowns. Lexington answers back with their own star, Markel Byrd, who has accumulated five touchdowns and 536 rushing yards this season, including a solid performance last week with two touchdowns.
LUGOFF-ELGIN VS. WESTWOOD
The Lugoff-Elgin vs. Westwood game has historical significance, with Westwood leading the series 7-2 and winning four of the last five encounters. Lugoff-Elgin struggled in their previous loss, totaling only 132 yards against Ridge View. However, they have a strong player in EJ Richardson, who leads the team with 12 touchdowns and 1,162 all-purpose yards. Westwood’s own key player, Angelo Rios, is expected to return from injury, having led his team with seven touchdowns before his absence.
SILVER BLUFF VS. SWANSEA
In another exciting tilt, Silver Bluff meets Swansea. Historical trends favor Silver Bluff, holding a series lead of 19-13 and having won four of the last five matchups, including a dominant 56-26 victory last year. Swansea aims for a perfect 8-0 start, their first since 1992, and boasts a stout defense allowing only 10.6 points per game.
SOUTH AIKEN VS. GRAY COLLEGIATE
When South Aiken faces Gray Collegiate, it will mark their second meeting. Gray is riding a four-game winning streak and sits atop the Region 4-4A rankings. Key to their success has been freshman quarterback Xavier Wright, who has thrown for 916 yards and nine touchdowns over the last four games.
WHITE KNOLL VS. IRMO
The final game features White Knoll and Irmo, with Irmo leading the historical matchup 13-2 and having won both meetings last year. Currently, Irmo holds the title of No. 1 in Class 5A, boasting an impressive record of 28 wins in their last 29 regular-season games.
All games are scheduled to start at 7:30 PM on their respective matchdays. Last week, predictions had a strong showing of 23-4, contributing to an overall season record of 201-43.
FAQ
What are the key matchups for Week 9 of the 2025 South Carolina high school football season?
Key matchups include Brookland-Cayce vs. Gilbert, Lexington vs. Dutch Fork, Lugoff-Elgin vs. Westwood, Silver Bluff vs. Swansea, South Aiken vs. Gray Collegiate, and White Knoll vs. Irmo.
What is the historical record of Brookland-Cayce vs. Gilbert?
Gilbert leads the series historically, 7-6, and the teams have split their last four meetings.
Which player is leading Brookland-Cayce this season?
Brookland-Cayce’s QB Andrew Frick has thrown for 1,505 yards and 12 touchdowns this season.
How has the Lexington vs. Dutch Fork game history been?
Dutch Fork leads the all-time series, 15-8, and has won 11 straight games against Lexington.
What is significant about the Silver Bluff vs. Swansea game?
Silver Bluff leads the all-time series against Swansea, 19-13, having won four of the last five encounters, including last year’s 56-26 victory. Swansea aims for its first 8-0 start since 1992.
Key Features of Week 9 Matchups
| Matchup | Current Series Record | Standout Player |
|---|---|---|
| Brookland-Cayce vs. Gilbert | Gilbert leads 7-6 | Andrew Frick (1,505 yards, 12 TDs) |
| Lexington vs. Dutch Fork | Dutch Fork leads 15-8 | Quintin Wilson (3 TDs last 2 games) |
| Lugoff-Elgin vs. Westwood | Westwood leads 7-2 | EJ Richardson (12 TDs, 1,162 all-purpose yards) |
| Silver Bluff vs. Swansea | Silver Bluff leads 19-13 | Swansea defense (10.6 points allowed per game) |
| South Aiken vs. Gray Collegiate | Second meeting | Xavier Wright (916 yards, 9 TDs in last 4 games) |
| White Knoll vs. Irmo | Irmo leads 13-2 | Irmo (28 wins in last 29 regular-season games) |
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Additional Resources
- Sports Illustrated: South Carolina High School Football Rankings
- Greenville Online: SC High School Football Scores – Week 8
- WLTX: Friday Night Blitz – Week 8 of 2025
- Sports Illustrated: North Carolina High School Football Scores – October 17, 2025
- WYFF4: High School Football Live Scores – South Carolina Upstate
- Wikipedia: South Carolina High School Football
- Google Search: South Carolina High School Football
- Encyclopedia Britannica: High School
- Google Scholar: South Carolina High School Football
- Google News: South Carolina High School Football
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