Beaufort, September 12, 2025
News Summary
In a tightly contested high school football match, Philip Simmons triumphed over Beaufort with a score of 17-6. The Eagles showcased a strong defensive effort, limiting Philip Simmons to only 171 total yards. However, critical mistakes, including an errant snap leading to a touchdown, hindered Beaufort’s chances. Despite a spectacular 98-yard punt return by Keaudre Jenkins to close the game, Beaufort remains winless this season. Next week, they will look to secure their first victory against Goose Creek, while Philip Simmons prepares to host Military Magnet Academy.
Beaufort
In a competitive high school football match, Philip Simmons defeated Beaufort with a score of 17-6, marking a critical win for Philip Simmons as they improved their record to 1-2 while Beaufort’s record fell to 0-3, extending their losing streak to seven games going back to last season.
The game featured a strong defensive performance from Beaufort. They managed to limit Philip Simmons to just 171 total yards and allowed only one touchdown throughout the match. However, avoidable mistakes by the Eagles ultimately led to their defeat. An errant snap resulted in a significant turning point in the game, allowing Alex Tchoryk to score a touchdown, which shifted the momentum in favor of Philip Simmons.
Beaufort’s only points of the night came from a spectacular 98-yard punt return by Keaudre Jenkins, which occurred just as time expired in the fourth quarter. This showed a glimmer of potential from the Eagles but was not enough to overcome the earlier setbacks they faced.
Looking ahead, Beaufort will aim for their first victory of the season when they face Goose Creek next week. Meanwhile, Philip Simmons will be preparing to host Military Magnet Academy in their upcoming game.
Other High School Football Results
In other games around the league, Keenan triumphed over Battery Creek with a close score of 34-27. Dominating the field, Hunter O’Neal set a record with an impressive 426 rushing yards and five touchdowns.
Whale Branch achieved a narrow victory against Ridgeland, terminating the match at 8-0 with a safety and a late touchdown pass. Meanwhile, Beaufort Academy showcased a commanding performance against Patrick Henry, winning with a score of 42-6, highlighted by Nych Underwood who scored three touchdowns.
Bethesda Academy had an impressive game against John Paul II, winning 50-14 thanks to Jordan Turner‘s three touchdown passes. Bluffton secured their victory over Savannah Country Day with a score of 33-20, led by Aedan McCarthy who threw four touchdown passes.
Lower Richland emerged victorious against Colleton County with a shutout of 28-0, showcasing strong defensive efforts from Rodney Wilder. Hilton Head Island won decisively against Aiken with a final score of 36-17, thanks to a standout performance from Jayvin Risher. May River also claimed a solid victory against Lake City, closing the game at 34-16 with a notable performance from Sean Mitchell.
Additionally, Hampton County achieved a victory over Silver Bluff with a score of 36-21, where Jaylen Singletary scored three touchdowns. East Clarendon faced off against Hardeeville and won 28-6, with significant contributions from Camari Brown. Dorchester Academy dominated Hilton Head Prep with a shutout win of 42-0, while Orangeburg Prep defeated Thomas Heyward with a score of 41-27, led by Tony O’Banner who scored four rushing touchdowns. Colleton Prep took down Andrew Jackson Academy with a score of 44-8, fueled by a three-touchdown game from Tanner Wolf. Lastly, Cathedral Academy won against Cross Schools with a score of 36-16, showing a significant improvement compared to last season.
Summary of Key Games
| Matchup | Score | Highlights |
|---|---|---|
| Philip Simmons vs. Beaufort | 17-6 | Errant snap led to a key touchdown for Philip Simmons. |
| Keenan vs. Battery Creek | 34-27 | Hunter O’Neal’s record 426 rushing yards. |
| Hampton County vs. Silver Bluff | 36-21 | Jaylen Singletary with three touchdowns. |
| Dorchester Academy vs. Hilton Head Prep | 42-0 | Dominating performance by Dorchester. |
FAQs
What was the final score of the Philip Simmons vs. Beaufort game?
The final score was 17-6 in favor of Philip Simmons.
What caused Beaufort’s loss against Philip Simmons?
Beaufort made several avoidable mistakes and could not overcome a crucial errant snap that led to a touchdown for Philip Simmons.
What are the upcoming matches for both teams?
Beaufort will play against Goose Creek looking for their first win, while Philip Simmons will host Military Magnet Academy in their next game.
Who set a record in the Keenan vs. Battery Creek game?
Hunter O’Neal set a record with 426 rushing yards and five touchdowns during the game.
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Additional Resources
- Your Island News: High School Football Roundup
- Wikipedia: High School Football
- MaxPreps: Philip Simmons Triumphs
- Google Search: High School Football News
- Island Packet: High School Sports
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Football (Sport)
- Lowco Sports: High School Football
- Google News: High School Football Results
- MaxPreps: Beaufort Comes Up Short
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