Beaufort SC, October 8, 2025
News Summary
The high school football regular season in Beaufort has concluded its seventh week, leading to a poll for The Island Packet’s Player of the Week. Local high school athletes have showcased exceptional performances, and fans can vote for their favorites until noon on Friday. Coaches are also encouraged to nominate standout players. This initiative aims to enhance community engagement and support for local high school athletics, promoting camaraderie among schools.
Beaufort, SC – The seventh week of the high school football regular season in Beaufort concluded on October 3, 2025. In celebration of the exceptional performances of the student-athletes, a voting poll has been opened for The Island Packet’s Player of the Week. The nominees consist of talented players from various local high schools, each showcasing impressive statistics from their games last week.
Voting for the Player of the Week is active until Friday at noon, with the winner to be announced Friday afternoon on the Island Packet’s official website. It is important to note that these polls are not scientific and are intended solely for fun, allowing fans to actively participate in supporting their favorite players. Coaches from the area are also encouraged to nominate players via email at lbezjak@thestate.com.
Nominees for Player of the Week
- Thaddeus Czarnecki (RB/LB, Hilton Head Island): A junior who carried the ball 21 times for 187 yards and scored three offensive touchdowns. He made seven tackles, including two for loss, recorded one sack, and intercepted one pass on defense.
- Josh Gibson (QB, Thomas Heyward): A senior quarterback who contributed significantly to his team’s win over Patrick Henry, scoring three rushing touchdowns and completing a pass for another touchdown.
- Malcolm Gordon (LB, Bluffton): A junior linebacker who had a standout performance with ten tackles (three for loss) and one sack during his team’s victory over Beaufort.
- Aedan McCarthy (QB, Bluffton): Another senior quarterback who completed 21 of his 28 passing attempts for 478 yards, threw one touchdown, and rushed for 47 yards with three rushing touchdowns against Beaufort.
- Jadon Inabinett (RB, John Paul II): A standout freshman running back who tallied ten carries for 243 yards and scored two rushing touchdowns, also catching a 37-yard pass in his team’s victory over First Baptist.
- John Paul II Offensive Line: The players on the offensive line, including LT Griffen Spencer, LG Spencer Murphy, C Payne Campanella, RG Russell Spencer, RT Will Debrovner, and TE Sean Phalen, played crucial roles in helping the team rush for 440 yards and five touchdowns against First Baptist.
- Michael Poole (LB, May River): A sophomore linebacker who recorded six tackles (one for loss), had a sack, and pressured the quarterback as his team won against Colleton County.
- Taishun Smith (QB, Ridgeland): A junior quarterback who completed 20 of 28 passes for 227 yards with three touchdown passes, and rushed three times for 19 yards leading to a victory over Denmark-Olar.
Fan Participation
The community is invited to participate in this voting initiative to support their favorite player. The engagement of local fans not only boosts players’ morale but also adds excitement to the high school football season.
Context of the Event
This voting event aligns with the typical practice of recognizing outstanding performances during the high school football season. It provides an opportunity to highlight talented young athletes from various schools in the Beaufort area, encouraging friendly competition and camaraderie among schools. The initiative seeks to create a vibrant sports culture in the community and enhance local support for high school athletics.
Conclusion
Fans can cast their votes until Friday at noon, and the anticipation of announcing the Player of the Week will add an exciting layer to the high school football season. Football enthusiasts are urged to show their support and engage in this celebratory event for the talented youth in the community.
FAQ
What is the deadline for voting for Player of the Week?
Voting for the Player of the Week ends on Friday at noon.
How are nominees selected for Player of the Week?
Coaches can nominate players via email at lbezjak@thestate.com.
Are the polls scientific?
No, the polls are not scientific and are designed for fun.
When will the Player of the Week winner be announced?
The winner will be announced Friday afternoon on the Island Packet’s website.
| Player | Position | School | Key Statistics |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thaddeus Czarnecki | RB/LB | Hilton Head Island | 21 carries, 187 yards, 3 TDs, 7 tackles, 2 TFL, 1 sack, 1 INT |
| Josh Gibson | QB | Thomas Heyward | 3 rushing TDs, 1 passing TD |
| Malcolm Gordon | LB | Bluffton | 10 tackles, 3 TFL, 1 sack |
| Aedan McCarthy | QB | Bluffton | 21/28, 478 yards, 1 TD, 47 rushing yards, 3 rushing TDs |
| Jadon Inabinett | RB | John Paul II | 10 carries, 243 yards, 2 TDs, 1 receiving TD |
| Michael Poole | LB | May River | 6 tackles, 1 TFL, 1 sack |
| Taishun Smith | QB | Ridgeland | 20/28, 227 yards, 3 TDs |
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Additional Resources
- The Island Packet – High School Sports
- Wikipedia: High School Football
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- Google Search: South Carolina High School Football
- WSAV – Friday Night Blitz
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Football
- The State – High School Football News
- Google News: High School Football South Carolina
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