October 2, 2025

Severe Weather Disrupts High School Football in Walterboro

Walterboro, South Carolina, October 2, 2025

News Summary

Walterboro’s high school football faced significant disruptions due to severe weather during Week 5, resulting in multiple game cancellations, delays, and rescheduling. Notably, the championship match between Beaufort Academy and Colleton Prep was postponed after lengthy lightning delays. Upcoming games will follow a revised schedule to allow teams to regroup. The impact of weather conditions on player safety has been emphasized as the community moves forward.

Walterboro, South Carolina

Week 5 of high school football was significantly affected by severe weather, leading to cancellations, postponements, delays, and abrupt endings across the region. Competing teams faced dangerous conditions, resulting in numerous schedule disruptions that have impacted both players and fans.

The SCISA 1A region championship game in Walterboro is ongoing, having been postponed after lengthy lightning delays without reaching halftime. At the time of suspension, Beaufort Academy held an early 14-0 lead against Colleton Prep. This game is scheduled to resume on October 17, which means Beaufort Academy will lose its home game against Hilton Head Christian Academy that was set for the same night. As a result of these complications, Colleton Prep has also canceled its home game against Lee Academy.

In another notable game, Battery Creek faced delays during their home game against Whale Branch. The game was cut short, concluding with a 28-14 victory for the Dolphins, with just 1:58 left in the third quarter. Additionally, John Paul II’s road game at St. John’s Christian Academy was canceled due to poor field conditions and will not be rescheduled.

Current Standings and Results

Region 6-4A Standings

Hilton Head Island: 1-0, 5-1 overall
Bishop England: 0-0, 5-0 overall
May River: 0-0, 4-1 overall
Beaufort High: 0-0, 2-3 overall
Colleton County: 0-0, 1-4 overall
Bluffton: 0-1, 4-2 overall

Last Friday’s results in Region 6-4A included Hilton Head Island defeating Bluffton 38-28 and May River defeating Georgetown 38-0. Upcoming games for the following Friday feature Beaufort High at Bluffton, Bishop England at Hilton Head Island, and Colleton County at May River.

Region 6-3A Standings

Orangeburg-Wilkinson: 0-0, 5-0 overall
North Charleston: 0-0, 4-1 overall
Oceanside Collegiate: 0-0, 4-2 overall
Hanahan: 0-0, 3-3 overall
Battery Creek: 0-0, 2-4 overall

In Region 6-3A, Battery Creek secured a win against Whale Branch with a score of 28-14, while Oceanside Collegiate defeated Atlantic Collegiate 47-0, and Hanahan triumphed over Andrews with a score of 36-22.

Region 5-2A Standings

Edisto: 4-2
Hampton County: 3-3

Last Friday’s results in Region 5-2A included Battery Creek defeating Whale Branch 28-14, Christ Church defeating Hampton County 40-35, and Edisto winning against Denmark-Olar 44-6.

SCISA 1-3A Standings

Pinewood Prep: 1-0, 5-1 overall
John Paul II: 0-0, 2-3 overall

Recent results saw Pinewood Prep defeating Hilton Head Christian Academy 69-28, while the game for John Paul II was canceled.

SCISA 2-1A Standings

Colleton Prep: 2-0
Beaufort Academy: 1-0

In SCISA 2-1A, Colleton Prep was leading Beaufort Academy 14-0 when their game was suspended.

Community Impact

The severe weather has prompted Dr. Chris Myers to return to the Colleton County community as the Executive Director of Athletic Operations. With a diverse coaching background, he aims to make improvements to athletic facilities, ensuring greater safety and preparedness for future games.

Upcoming Events

High school football continues to be a central aspect of community culture in the region, with various games lined up for the coming weeks, providing the opportunity for teams to regroup and showcase their talents.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why were high school football games canceled in the region?

Week 5 of high school football was significantly affected by severe weather, leading to cancellations, postponements, delays, and abrupt endings across the region.

What are the standings for Region 6-4A?

Region 6-4A Standings: Hilton Head Island: 1-0, 5-1 overall, Bishop England: 0-0, 5-0 overall, May River: 0-0, 4-1 overall, Beaufort High: 0-0, 2-3 overall, Colleton County: 0-0, 1-4 overall, Bluffton: 0-1, 4-2 overall.

What were the results of the games last Friday in Region 5-2A?

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Colleton County Police Chase Ends with Suspects Arrested
Community Mourns the Loss of Rev. Kenneth F. Hodges

Additional Resources

Author: STAFF HERE BEAUFORT

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STAFF HERE BEAUFORT

The HERE Beaufort Staff Writers are a collaborative team of journalists, editors, and local contributors passionate about delivering accurate, timely information to the Beaufort community. As part of the HEREcity.com Network, which powers over 100 U.S. city sites including HEREcolumbia.com, our staff draws on collective experience in South Carolina journalism to cover everything from business sales and real estate developments to dining deals and community initiatives. Our Expertise and Background: Local Roots in Beaufort : Our team includes lifelong Beaufort residents and SC natives with deep knowledge of the area’s history, economy, and culture. We’ve covered key events like the recent sale of the historic Crofts Block Building, Beaufort’s equestrian heritage, and growth in local tech and education sectors (e.g., BeaufortTechnical College programs). Collective Experience: With over 50 combined years in journalism, our staff has backgrounds in print, digital media, and community reporting. We prioritize fact-based stories, drawing from sources like the Beaufort Chamber of Commerce, city government records, and on-the-ground interviews. Commitment to Quality: Every article is a group effort, involving research, editing, and verification to ensure reliability. We adhere to journalistic standards, citing credible sources and updating content as new details emerge.

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