Columbia, SC, October 19, 2025

News Summary

Week 9 of the high school football season in South Carolina delivered thrilling matchups, including several blowouts and strong defensive performances. The week featured significant victories from AC Flora and Batesburg-Leesville, with both teams scoring impressively. The competition is heating up as teams prepare for the upcoming playoffs, analyzing their strengths and strategies in hopes of securing favorable positions for the postseason.

South Carolina High School Football Week 9 Scores

Columbia, SC – Week 9 of the 2025 high school football season in South Carolina showcased a series of thrilling games across the Midlands area. Matchups took place on Thursday, October 16, and Friday, October 17, with several teams dominating their opponents.

Thursday and Friday Highlights

The week kicked off on Thursday with Clear Dot Charter decisively defeating Augusta Christian, scoring 33 points while holding their opponent to just 3 points. The action intensified on Friday with numerous high-scoring games.

Friday’s Major Scores

• AC Flora 48, Dreher 0
• Batesburg-Leesville 63, American Leadership 0
• CA Johnson 20, Great Falls 16
• Camden 57, York 17
• Cheraw 42, North Central 7
• Chester 40, Columbia 0
• Dutch Fork 49, Lexington 0
• Fairfield Central 49, Eau Claire 20
• Gilbert 30, Brookland-Cayce 19
• Gray Collegiate 44, South Aiken 7
• Irmо 14, White Knoll 3
• Keenan 28, Fox Creek 21
• Lower Richland 39, Lakewood 0
• Ninety-Six 28, Saluda 27
• North Augusta 56, Airport 7
• Ridge View 29, West Florence 7
• River Bluff 33, Chapin 7
• Silver Bluff 37, Swansea 28
• Strom Thurmond 61, Pelion 0
• Sumter 47, Blythewood 34
• Westwood 34, Lugoff-Elgin 28 (2 OT)

Other Notable Scores

• Abbeville 57, Whitmire 8
• Ashley Ridge 42, Summerville 19
• Bamberg-Ehrhardt 60, Ridgeland 0
• Blackville Hilda 20, Calhoun County 0
• Chapman 30, Union County 27
• Clinton 56, Landrum 14
• Greenville 21, Mauldin 13
• Loris 63, Georgetown 12
• Spartanburg 21, Boiling Springs 7
• Wilson Hall 34, Florence Christian 15

Season Context

The 2025 season has been characterized by a mix of close contests and blowout victories, with several teams solidifying their positions in a competitive landscape. As teams inch closer to the playoffs, performance in these late-season games becomes crucial. Notably, schools like AC Flora and Batesburg-Leesville showcased their offensive strength by scoring over 60 points in their respective matches. Meanwhile, teams with strong defenses, such as Dutch Fork and Chester, held their opponents to zero points, demonstrating the importance of both ends of the field in high school football.

These games were a part of a larger schedule across South Carolina, with focus shifting to how teams will prepare for the final weeks of the regular season. Coaches and players alike are looking to capitalize on the momentum gained from these performances to secure favorable playoff positions.

Future Outlook

Looking ahead, the remaining weeks will be pivotal for many teams as they vie for playoff spots. Schools are expected to analyze not only their on-field capabilities but also the strategic elements that can be optimized in preparation for the postseason.

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Additional Resources

• WYFF4: High School Football Live Scores
• Sports Illustrated: South Carolina High School Football Final Scores
• Greenville Online: SC High School Football Scores Live Updates
• Sports Illustrated: South Carolina High School Football Schedule & Scores
• The State: High School Football Scores
• Wikipedia: High School Football in the United States
• Google Search: South Carolina High School Football
• Encyclopedia Britannica: Football (Sport)
• Google News: South Carolina High School Football
• Google Scholar: High School Football

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