News Summary
The South Carolina Prep Football Media Poll for Week 4 has been released, revealing the top high school football teams. Dutch Fork leads among the highest classification teams. As schools across the state compete fiercely, the rankings showcase impressive performances from teams like Irmo, South Pointe, and Belton-Honea Path. Each ranking set represents different classifications, providing a detailed look at the competitive landscape of high school football in South Carolina. Upcoming matchups promise to keep fans engaged as teams battle for playoff positioning.
Columbia, South Carolina — The South Carolina Prep Football Media Poll for Week 4 has been released, showcasing the top high school football teams across the state on September 16, 2025. The rankings feature teams split into five distinct sets, with each set representing different classifications of teams. The results reveal fierce competition as schools across the region vie for dominance.
Top Teams in Each Classification
The first set of rankings highlights the top teams from the state’s highest classification. Leading the pack is Dutch Fork, with a perfect record of 3-0 and securing 20 first-place votes. Following Dutch Fork is Irmo at 4-0, Northwestern at 3-1, Greenwood at 3-0, and Summerville at 2-1. Other notable performances come from James Island (3-0), Byrnes (2-1), Dorman (2-1), Ridge View (2-2), and Gaffney (1-2).
The second set features South Pointe, which recorded 17 first-place votes and holds a record of 3-1, followed by South Florence with 2 votes and a record also at 3-1, and North Augusta with a perfect record of 4-0. Other top performers in this ranking include AC Flora (4-0), Bishop England (3-0), and Seneca (3-0).
The third set of rankings sees Belton-Honea Path at the top with 15 votes and a record of 4-0, closely followed by Woodruff at 3-0 and Mountain View Prep also at 4-0. Newberry earned 1 vote and has a record of 4-0, with Loris at 4-0 and Dillon at 2-2 rounding out the list.
In the fourth set, Central leads with 7 first-place votes and a record of 3-0, with Clinton at 2-2 and Hampton County at 3-1. Fairfield Central and Timberland also made notable impressions in this ranking, with records of 3-1 and 4-0, respectively.
Lastly, the fifth set showcases Abbeville at 3-1 with 13 votes, Bamberg-Ehrhardt at 4-0, and Cross at 3-1. Other teams in the fifth set include Latta, Ware Shoals, and Johnsonville.
Teams Receiving Votes
Several teams received votes but did not make the top 10 in their respective rankings. These include White Knoll, Sumter, Fort Mill, Greenville, Indian Land, Stratford, Berkeley, Spartanburg, TL Hanna, and more across various classifications.
Upcoming Matchups
As the season progresses, exciting matchups are set for Thursday, September 18, and Friday, September 19, featuring some of the top-ranked teams in action. These games are expected to draw significant attention from fans and analysts alike.
Key Performances and Historical Context
This year’s rankings are particularly competitive, reflecting the strength and talent across South Carolina high school football. Notably, Dutch Fork is on an impressive 24-game winning streak dating back to 2023. Irmo achieved a remarkable victory over Carolina Forest with a score of 51-21, showcasing their offensive prowess. Additional highlights include South Pointe’s commanding 42-14 win against Gray Collegiate and Northwestern’s narrow loss to South Pointe at 27-23, emphasizing the intense rivalries within the rankings.
The voting panel, composed of sports journalists and reporters dedicated to high school sports, plays a crucial role in shaping the rankings, ensuring that the results reflect the performances on the field. As the season continues, teams will strive to improve their standings and make a push for the playoffs.
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Additional Resources
- The State
- Wikipedia: High school football
- Bluffton Today
- Google Search: South Carolina High School Football
- On3
- Google Scholar: South Carolina High School Football
- Sports Illustrated
- Encyclopedia Britannica: High School Football
- Herald Online
- Google News: South Carolina High School Football Rankings
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