Columbia, South Carolina, September 24, 2025
News Summary
The S.C. Prep Football Media Poll has crowned Irmo as the top high school football team in South Carolina after an impressive upset over Dutch Fork. With a perfect record of 5-0 and receiving 18 first-place votes, Irmo leads the rankings. Northwestern holds second place with a record of 4-1, while Dutch Fork has dropped to third with a 3-1 record. Other notable teams include Summerville and James Island, solidifying a competitive landscape as the season heats up.
Columbia, South Carolina – The latest S.C. Prep Football Media Poll has named Irmo as the top-ranked team in South Carolina high school football following an upset of the previously number one team, Dutch Fork. Released on September 23, 2025, the poll highlights Irmo’s strong performance this season, as they remain undefeated with a record of 5-0 and have received 18 first-place votes.
Northwestern comes in at second place with a record of 4-1 and has gained 3 first-place votes. The previous number one team, Dutch Fork, has now fallen to third with a record of 3-1. Following closely are Summerville ranked fourth with a record of 3-1 and James Island taking fifth place with an undefeated record of 4-0. Byrnes, Dorman, and Greenwood occupy the sixth, seventh, and eighth spots, all holding records of 3-1, while Ridge View and Gaffney round out the top ten with records of 2-2.
In addition to the top ten teams, several other teams have received votes, including TL Hanna, White Knoll, Sumter, Greenville, Westwood, Stratford, Indian Land, and Catawba Ridge.
In the Class 4A rankings, South Pointe leads with a record of 4-1 and 18 first-place votes. Following South Pointe, South Florence holds the second spot with a record of 4-1 and 2 first-place votes. The third ranking in this class is held by North Augusta, which remains undefeated at 5-0. Other notable teams in the top ten include Seneca, Bishop England, and AC Flora.
Meanwhile, in Class 2A, Abbeville leads with an impressive 3-1 record and 12 first-place votes. The rankings also feature teams like Belton Honea Path, Woodruff, and Newberry.
Turning to Class 1A, Central is currently in first place with an undefeated record of 4-0 and has gained 21 votes.
The S.C. Prep Football Media Poll reflects the intense competition as the high school football season in South Carolina progresses. With much at stake, numerous teams are vying for a chance at state titles. The next round of games is set to kick off on October 3, 2025, featuring critical matchups that could further shake up the rankings.
FAQ Section
What did the S.C. Prep Football Media Poll reveal on September 23, 2025?
The S.C. Prep Football Media Poll revealed that Irmo is the new number one team in South Carolina high school football with a record of 5-0 and has received 18 first-place votes.
How is Irmo placed in the rankings?
Irmo is ranked first with a record of 5-0 and has received 18 first-place votes.
What teams follow Irmo in the rankings?
Northwestern is ranked second with a record of 4-1 and 3 first-place votes, while Dutch Fork has fallen to third place with a record of 3-1.
What is the record of teams in the top five besides Irmo?
Summerville is ranked fourth with a record of 3-1, and James Island is fifth with a record of 4-0.
Who leads Class 4A in the rankings?
South Pointe leads Class 4A with 18 first-place votes and a record of 4-1.
When do the next round of games start?
The next round of games kicks off on October 3, 2025.
Key Features of the S.C. Prep Rankings
| Rank | Team | Record | First-Place Votes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Irmo | 5-0 | 18 |
| 2 | Northwestern | 4-1 | 3 |
| 3 | Dutch Fork | 3-1 | 0 |
| 4 | Summerville | 3-1 | 0 |
| 5 | James Island | 4-0 | 0 |
| 6 | Byrnes | 3-1 | 0 |
| 7 | Dorman | 3-1 | 0 |
| 8 | Greenwood | 3-1 | 0 |
| 9 | Ridge View | 2-2 | 0 |
| 10 | Gaffney | 2-2 | 0 |
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Additional Resources
- On3: South Carolina High School Football Rankings (Sept 23)
- SI: South Carolina High School Football Top 25 Rankings (Sept 21)
- High School Football America: SC Top 10 Rankings
- SI: South Carolina High School Football Computer Rankings (Sept 22)
- The State: SC High School Football News
- Wikipedia: South Carolina High School Football
- Google Search: South Carolina High School Football
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Football
- Google News: South Carolina High School Football
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