South Carolina, September 14, 2025
News Summary
Week 4 of South Carolina high school football delivered dramatic finishes and impressive performances. Beaufort secured a last-minute win over Goose Creek, while Bluffton maintained its perfect record with a strong showing against Hampton County. Other highlights included dominant victories from Hilton Head Island, May River, and Beaufort Academy, showcasing the depth of talent across the state. The excitement continues as teams strive for playoff positioning in the upcoming weeks.
Columbia – South Carolina high school football showcased its excitement in Week 4 with a series of thrilling games that saw dramatic victories and impressive player performances across the state. Notably, Beaufort clinched a nail-biting 33-27 victory over Goose Creek, scoring a decisive touchdown on the final play after a blocked field goal attempt. This victory marks a significant comeback for Beaufort, demonstrating their resilience in tight contests.
Quarterback Brayden Moyd-Smalls was instrumental in Beaufort’s success, throwing for 64 yards and one touchdown while also rushing for two touchdowns. Additionally, Tylik Isom contributed a rushing touchdown, highlighting the team’s diverse offensive capabilities.
In other noteworthy matchups, Bluffton maintained its perfect record at 4-0 after defeating Hampton County with a score of 31-7. Quarterback Aedan McCarthy was the standout player in this game, passing for an impressive 341 yards and throwing four touchdown passes. McCarthy’s connection with Amare Patterson was particularly productive, resulting in two touchdown receptions, while Carnell Warren and Roman Benjamin each contributed a touchdown reception as well. Bluffton’s defense also made a significant impact, led by Jacobi Saunders, who recorded 12 tackles and forced two fumbles.
Hilton Head Island continued its dominance by overpowering Hardeeville, winning 59-18. Quarterback Derrick Raniszewski completed 7 of 12 passes for 154 yards, throwing two touchdown passes. On the ground, Semaj Robinson and Jayvin Risher each rushed for two touchdowns. Tyrone Hill added another touchdown run, and Bubba Gadson contributed to the defense with an interception return for a score.
Another closely contested match saw May River edge out Brookland-Cayce 36-29, with Sean Mitchell scoring two touchdowns and Andrew Johnson adding another two touchdowns to the scoreboard. Brookland-Cayce fought hard, with quarterback Andrew Frick throwing three touchdown passes, two of which were completed to Tyree Johnson.
Beaufort Academy achieved a commanding 41-0 win against Lee Academy, bolstered by Nych Underwood’s two rushing touchdowns and quarterback Nic Shuford’s contributions in both passing and rushing. Meanwhile, Hilton Head Christian triumphed over John Paul II with a score of 56-22, powered by quarterback Reid McCollum, who threw three touchdown passes and ran for two more touchdowns.
Grant Small’s exceptional performance of 213 yards rushing and four rushing touchdowns led Williamsburg Academy to a solid 40-12 win against Thomas Heyward. In addition, Bethesda Academy comfortably defeated Hilton Head Prep 47-0, with Jordan Turner throwing for 118 yards and four touchdowns, including two receptions from Ralo Wesley.
Battery Creek celebrated its first victory of the season with a 57-14 win over Bethune Bowman. Other significant results included:
- AC Flora 49, Laurens 0
- Ben Lippen 44, Cardinal Newman 0
- Bishop England 49, Dreher 0
- Blythewood 41, Keenan 6
- Columbia 37, Great Falls 8
- Dutch Fork 42, Gray Collegiate 14
- Irmo 51, Carolina Forest 21
- Manning 52, Ridgeland 6
Week 4 of South Carolina high school football was undoubtedly thrilling, showcasing several games featuring ranked teams and key matchups that could impact the playoff picture as the season progresses.
FAQs
Which team had a dramatic last-minute win in Week 4?
Beaufort claimed a thrilling 33-27 victory over Goose Creek, scoring a touchdown on the final play of the game after a blocked field goal attempt.
Which player had the best passing performance of the week?
Aedan McCarthy of Bluffton passed for 341 yards and four touchdowns in their 31-7 victory over Hampton County.
What was the score of the Hilton Head Island game?
Hilton Head Island triumphed over Hardeeville with a score of 59-18.
Key Features Summary:
| Team | Score | Highlights |
|---|---|---|
| Beaufort | 33-27 | Victory on final play after blocked field goal; Brayden Moyd-Smalls had 1 TD pass and 2 TD runs. |
| Bluffton | 31-7 | Aedan McCarthy with 341 yards, 4 TD passes; Jacobi Saunders on defense with 12 tackles. |
| Hilton Head Island | 59-18 | Derrick Raniszewski 2 TD passes; Semaj Robinson and Jayvin Risher each rushed for 2 TDs. |
| May River | 36-29 | Sean Mitchell with 2 TDs; Andrew Johnson with 2 TDs. |
| Beaufort Academy | 41-0 | Nych Underwood with 2 rushing TDs; Nic Shuford contributed in passing and rushing. |
| Hilton Head Christian | 56-22 | Reid McCollum had 3 TD passes and 2 rushing TDs. |
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Additional Resources
- SI.com: SC High School Football Final Scores
- Wikipedia: South Carolina High School Football
- Greenville Online: SC High School Football Scores
- Google Search: South Carolina High School Football
- WYFF4: High School Football Live Scores
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Football
- SI.com: SC High School Football Schedule and Scores
- Google News: High School Football South Carolina
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