South Carolina, September 21, 2025
News Summary
The fifth week of high school football in South Carolina showcased thrilling matchups and standout performances. Hilton Head Island secured a compelling win against Hampton County, while Beaufort dominated Battery Creek. Hammond and Northwestern also delivered impressive victories. This week featured surprises with first losses for some teams and powerful showings from others, demonstrating the fierce competition in South Carolina high school football.
South Carolina experienced an eventful fifth week of high school football, showcasing strong performances and unexpected losses across various teams. Notably, Hilton Head Island defeated Hampton County with a decisive score of 45-21, highlighted by Jayvin Risher’s three rushing touchdowns. The match was temporarily halted for nearly two hours due to lightning. Jeremiah Walters made a significant impact on defense, returning an interception for a touchdown and catching a touchdown pass from Derrick Raniszewski. Thaddeus Czarnecki also contributed with a touchdown run.
In another game, Beaufort triumphed over Battery Creek with a score of 48-0. The highlight of the match was Brayden Moyd-Smalls, who threw for a touchdown and also ran for another. Bryson Broadwater scored two rushing touchdowns, while K’Mari Mizell added a touchdown run. Kaveon Young contributed to the score on a blocked punt by Chaz Brown.
Hammond achieved a commanding victory against Hilton Head Christian, ending with a score of 56-0. The Skyhawks exhibited an impressive offensive performance, amassing 527 yards. Levi Myers contributed significantly with two rushing touchdowns, and both quarterbacks, Ben Kiser and Cade Amell, threw for a touchdown each. Leyton LeMotte also managed to score on defense.
Meanwhile, Hilton Head Prep celebrated their first win of the season against Augusta Christian, finalizing the game with a score of 24-7. In contrast, Lucy Beckham faced a setback against Bluffton, losing 35-20, marking their first loss this season. Jack Lamonica scored three rushing touchdowns for Bluffton while quarterback Finn Gunter added another touchdown.
Dorchester Academy handed Beaufort Academy its first loss of the season, edging the game 21-8. Nych Underwood achieved a touchdown run for Beaufort Academy, marking a notable game for both teams.
Philip Simmons demonstrated their strength by defeating Whale Branch convincingly with a score of 46-6, where Hayes Goddard dazzled with 251 passing yards and four touchdowns. Ashton Kellerman had an outstanding performance, catching eight passes for 137 yards and two touchdowns.
Lee Central fought hard to overcome Hardeeville 26-21, contributing to Hardeeville’s fourth consecutive loss. Meanwhile, Baptist Hill visibly dominated their match against Bethune-Bowman, winning 56-0.
Looking at other notable scores, Belton Honea Path defeated Palmetto 49-0, Bishop England earned a victory over Porter-Gaud with a score of 40-23, Byrnes triumphed over Wade Hampton 45-3, Camden secured a win against Richland Northeast at 61-15, Irmo defeated Myrtle Beach 59-21, and Liberty overcame Walhalla with a score of 70-42. Northwestern demonstrated a strong performance by outpacing Nation Ford 75-21.
Thursday’s games also provided exciting outcomes, with York defeating Dreher 35-28 and Batesburg-Leesville securing a strong 56-7 victory over Calhoun County. Overall, the fifth week of high school football showcased impressive performances, with some teams continuing to remain undefeated while others faced their first losses of the season.
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Key Features of Week 5 High School Football
| Team | Opponent | Score | Notable Performances |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hilton Head Island | Hampton County | 45-21 | Jayvin Risher (3 TDs), Jeremiah Walters (INT TD) |
| Beaufort | Battery Creek | 48-0 | Brayden Moyd-Smalls (TD Pass & Run), Bryson Broadwater (2 TDs) |
| Hammond | Hilton Head Christian | 56-0 | Levi Myers (2 TDs), 527 yards of offense |
| Philip Simmons | Whale Branch | 46-6 | Hayes Goddard (251 yards, 4 TDs) |
| Northwestern | Nation Ford | 75-21 | Highest score of the week |
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Additional Resources
- Island Packet
- Wikipedia: High school football
- The State
- Google Search: South Carolina high school football
- Sports Illustrated
- Google Scholar: South Carolina high school football
- Greenville Online
- Encyclopedia Britannica: American football
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