Chilly Playoff Showdown in South Carolina: State Championship Games Set
Columbia, South Carolina — As the cold weather swept through the state, high school football teams across South Carolina battled through the state semifinals this past Friday night. Fans gathered to witness the fierce competition, as teams fought for the opportunity to advance to the state championship games next week at S.C. State University in Orangeburg.
Who Played and What Were the Outcomes?
In the Class 5A Division I, Dutch Fork dominated Spartanburg with a convincing 24-0 victory. Summerville also secured their spot, defeating Sumter 35-6. These victories set the stage for the eagerly anticipated state title game between Dutch Fork and Summerville, scheduled for 2:06 PM on Friday, December 13.
Meanwhile, the Class 5A Division II saw a thrilling matchup between Northwestern and Gaffney, where Northwestern triumphed with a score of 58-40. Irmo managed to edge out White Knoll, winning 29-25. The state championship game for this division is set for 6:06 PM on Saturday, December 14, featuring Northwestern against Irmo.
Class 4A – Close Matches
In the Class 4A semifinal, Westside emerged victorious over South Pointe with a score of 35-14. South Florence faced off against North Augusta in a competitive game, securing a win 27-20. The championship clash between Westside and South Florence will occur on 7:06 PM on Friday, December 13.
Class 3A and Below – Notable Wins
In the Class 3A semifinals, Belton-Honea Path defeated Mountain View Prep by a score of 30-22, while Oceanside Collegiate made a strong show, winning against Loris 42-7. The state championship is set for 12:06 PM on Saturday, December 14, where Belton-Honea Path will take on Oceanside Collegiate.
Moving down to the Class 2A, Clinton won against Fairfield Central 32-21, and Barnwell secured their place with a 37-14 win over Manning. Their final face-off for the state title is scheduled for 2:06 PM on Thursday, December 12.
Lastly, in the Class A category, Abbeville faced Lewisville, dominating the game with a score of 42-18. Cross also made a solid victory against Lake View, winning 36-7. The two teams will clash in the state title game at 7:06 PM on Thursday, December 12.
Why the Championships Matter
The state championship games are a culmination of months of hard work, training, and commitment from the players, coaches, and communities involved. As temperatures drop, the excitement rises, with fans rallying behind their teams for one last push towards a coveted state title. The journey to the championship showcases not only athletic prowess but also camaraderie and the spirit of competition inherent in high school sports.
As preparations intensify for next week’s championship contests, all eyes will be on the field as teams look to etch their names into the history of South Carolina high school football. For players, coaches, and fans alike, the anticipation for the thrilling matchups builds, promising an exciting conclusion to the season.
