News Summary
As the high school football season progresses in South Carolina, the 2025 Week 0 rankings reveal significant movements among top teams. Dutch Fork retains its top spot despite inactivity, followed by Northwestern climbing to No. 2. Summerville remains competitive at No. 3 after a decisive win. Other teams like Gaffney and Irmo are also making headlines in the standings. With exciting matchups ahead, teams aim to improve their rankings, showcasing the competitive spirit of high school football in the state.
Columbia, South Carolina – The South Carolina high school football landscape is shifting as the 2025 Week 0 rankings reveal some exciting developments among the top teams. Despite limited action for several squads, Dutch Fork continues to lead the rankings as the new season kicks off, holding on to its number one position. The rankings encompass an update that sees significant movement within the upper echelons of the list, including notable wins and losses that reshuffle several teams.
In the current standings, Dutch Fork remains at No. 1, following a week of inactivity, and is preparing to face Spartanburg in their next match. They are on track to pursue their 22nd consecutive victory, aiming to solidify their dominance in South Carolina high school football. Meanwhile, Northwestern has climbed to No. 2 after a solid position at No. 3, remaining idle last week. They are looking forward to their upcoming games against Stratford on Monday and South Florence on Friday, hoping to extend their winning streak to 16 games.
Following Northwestern, Summerville stands strong at No. 3 after defeating Spartanburg 39-7 last week. Their next challenge will be Ridge View. The rankings saw Gaffney slip from No. 2 to No. 6 after losing to Independence (NC) with a score of 27-21. The team is focusing on bouncing back in their next matchup against J.L. Mann.
Irmo made headlines by climbing up to No. 5 after a decisive victory over Oceanside Collegiate, winning 35-28. Irmo’s impressive performance featured a staunch defense that recorded 30 tackles, four interceptions, and three sacks. Their next game is against James F. Byrnes. Conversely, Oceanside Collegiate dropped down to No. 8 following their defeat.
The rankings also include Greenwood at No. 6, who remained idle last week, and is scheduled to play against Rock Hill. Sumter, holding the No. 7 ranking, is also preparing for an upcoming match against Calvary Day. Byrnes is currently ranked No. 8 and is similarly idling this week, set to play Calvary Day in their next game. Ridge View, following their strong showing with a 41-13 win over Lakewood, lands at No. 9, getting ready for their clash with White Knoll. Lastly, Spartanburg rounds off the top ten after their loss to Dutch Fork and is again set to face Dutch Fork.
Additionally, several teams not appearing in the preseason Top 25 have made their mark, achieving spots in this week’s rankings. Teams receiving votes include Dorman, James Island, Hillcrest, Berkeley, Boiling Springs, Nation Ford, and TL Hanna, highlighting a competitive landscape in South Carolina high school football.
As the season continues, teams will be striving to improve their standings and maintain momentum into the next games. The forthcoming matches promise to offer thrilling contests as teams vie for supremacy on the field, reflecting the spirited nature of high school football in South Carolina.
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