October 21, 2025

Irmo Faces Off Against White Knoll in High School Showdown

South Carolina, October 21, 2025

News Summary

As the South Carolina high school football season reaches its eighth week, a total of 97 games will occur statewide. The highlight matchup is between unbeaten No. 1 Irmo and No. 25 White Knoll. Additional key games include No. 10 South Florence’s challenge against Wilson. The rankings have shifted following Summerville’s unexpected loss, leading to new teams entering the Top 25. Fans can stay updated on all games through the South Carolina Football Scoreboard, ensuring an electrifying atmosphere for high school football.

Columbia – South Carolina high school football is heating up as 97 games are scheduled statewide on Friday, October 17, 2025, marking the eighth week of the regular season. Among these games, 23 feature teams ranked in the statewide Top 25, ensuring excitement for fans and players alike.

The most anticipated matchup of the week is the clash between the unbeaten No. 1 Irmo and No. 25 White Knoll. This game is expected to draw significant attention as Irmo looks to defend its top spot. Another important contest includes No. 10 South Florence traveling to face Wilson, further adding to the excitement of the night.

This week is particularly noteworthy across various classifications. In Class AAAAA, there are 26 games scheduled, with the Irmo vs. White Knoll showdown being the highlight. Class AAAA features 19 games, showcasing Hilton Head squaring off against May River. Additionally, Class AAA has 14 games slated, including a marquee face-off between No. 20 Mountain View Prep and Woodruff. Class AA and Class A also contribute with 18 and 17 games respectively, spotlighting North Central vs. Cheraw and Dixie vs. Ware Shoals.

As the season progresses, the South Carolina High School Top 25 Rankings witnessed a significant shift following No. 3 Summerville‘s recent loss to unranked Ashley Ridge. This surprising upset led to the introduction of three new teams into the Top 25 rankings: Woodruff, Carolina Forest, and Abbeville. Despite these changes, Irmo remains the top-ranked team, continuing its undefeated streak.

Fans eager to follow the action can stay updated through the South Carolina Football Scoreboard, which provides live updates on all games. As the week unfolds, numerous teams are expected to showcase their skills, contributing to an exhilarating atmosphere in the high school football community.

Among notable recent performances include a decisive victory for A.C. Flora over Dreher, winning 48 to 0, and Abbeville dominating Whitmire with a score of 57 to 8. Other significant outcomes featured Andrew Jackson narrowly defeating Pageland Central 21 to 20 and Ashley Ridge taking control against Summerville with a final score of 42 to 19.

The complete list of scores from last week illustrates the range of competitive action taking place across the state. Belton Honea Path secured a 55 to 28 win against Crescent, while Carolina Forest triumphed over North Myrtle Beach with a score of 49 to 7. The scores also reflected strong performances from Dorman, defeating Wade Hampton 52 to 7, and Irmo edging out White Knoll 14 to 3.

With an engaging slate of games planned, Week 8 of South Carolina high school football promises to deliver thrilling competition and showcase emerging talents across various teams, setting the stage for an electrifying night of sports on Friday.

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