Columbia, S.C., September 19, 2025
News Summary
The latest South Carolina Prep Football Media Poll ranked the state’s top teams, showcasing strong performances. Dutch Fork leads with a record of 3-0, while Irmo remains unbeaten at 4-0. Notable teams like Northwestern and Greenwood also displayed impressive records. Various classifications highlighted the competitive nature of high school football across the state, with teams fighting for top positions as the season progresses.
Columbia, S.C. – The latest South Carolina Prep Football Media Poll Rankings were released on September 16, 2025, highlighting the top teams across various classifications. The rankings reflect the outstanding performance of teams as they showcase their skills and determination on the field.
Top Teams in the State
Dutch Fork leads the rankings with 20 first-place votes and holds an impressive record of 3-0. Following closely is Irmo, remaining unbeaten with a record of 4-0. The Northwestern team settles in at 3rd place with a record of 3-1, while Greenwood also boasts an undefeated record of 3-0, ranking 4th. Rounding out the top five is Summerville with a record of 2-1.
Notable Rankings
James Island and Byrnes are respectively in 6th and 7th place, both showcasing solid performances with records of 3-0 and 2-1. Dorman follows at 8th place with a 2-1 record. Ridge View and Gaffney complete the top ten at 9th with 2-2 and 10th with 1-2 records respectively. Other teams that received votes include White Knoll, Sumter, Fort Mill, Greenville, Indian Land, Stratford, Berkeley, Spartanburg, and TL Hanna.
Another Competitive Division
In the next division, South Pointe secures the top spot with 17 first-place votes and a 3-1 record, followed by South Florence in 2nd place with 3-1 and 2 first-place votes. An unbeaten team, North Augusta, sits comfortably at 3rd with a current record of 4-0, while AC Flora holds the 4th position with an equal unbeaten record and 1 first-place vote. Bishop England, Seneca, Camden, and Daniel also rank well, with records of 3-0, 3-0, 3-1, and 2-1 respectively. Rounding out the top 10 is Bluffton with a record of 4-0. Hartsville also received votes but did not make the top ten.
A Look at Other Categories
In another category, Belton-Honea Path takes the lead with 15 first-place votes and a record of 4-0. Woodruff is sitting at 2nd place with 4 first-place votes and a record of 3-0. Meanwhile, Mountain View Prep, Newberry, and Loris are among the notables, each holding unbeaten records of 4-0. This section sees Dillon in 6th place with a record of 2-2, followed by Oceanside Collegiate, Powdersville, Orangeburg-Wilkinson, and Marlboro County.
Final Group Overview
Further down in the rankings, Central leads with 7 first-place votes and a record of 3-0, while Clinton follows with 2-2 and 4 first-place votes. Hampton County takes the 3rd position with a record of 3-1, alongside Fairfield Central in 4th with 3-1 and 2 first-place votes. The standings continue with Strom Thurmond, Cheraw, Saluda, Batesburg-Leesville, Timberland, and North Central.
In the last category, Abbeville ranks 1st with 13 first-place votes and a record of 3-1. Close behind is Bamberg-Ehrhardt with 4-0 and 7 first-place votes, showcasing the competitive nature of the league.
Conclusion
The South Carolina high school football landscape remains dynamic, with teams competing fiercely as they strive for elevated rankings. These results illustrate the strength and talent present across various teams in the state.
FAQ
What is the top-ranked team in South Carolina Prep Football rankings as of September 16, 2025?
Dutch Fork ranks 1st in the poll with 20 first-place votes and a current record of 3-0.
Who are the teams in the second position of the rankings?
Irmo holds the 2nd position with an unbeaten record of 4-0.
How many first-place votes did South Pointe receive?
South Pointe is 1st with 17 first-place votes and a current record of 3-1.
Which team has a perfect record in the rankings?
Greenwood ranks 4th with a perfect record of 3-0.
Which teams received votes but did not make the top 10?
Other teams receiving votes include White Knoll, Sumter, Fort Mill, Greenville, Indian Land, Stratford, Berkeley, Spartanburg, TL Hanna, and others.
Key Rankings Overview
| Rank | Team | Record | First-Place Votes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dutch Fork | 3-0 | 20 |
| 2 | Irmo | 4-0 | 0 |
| 3 | Northwestern | 3-1 | 0 |
| 4 | Greenwood | 3-0 | 0 |
| 5 | Summerville | 2-1 | 0 |
| 6 | James Island | 3-0 | 0 |
| 7 | Byrnes | 2-1 | 0 |
| 8 | Dorman | 2-1 | 0 |
| 9 | Ridge View | 2-2 | 0 |
| 10 | Gaffney | 1-2 | 0 |
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Additional Resources
- The State: High School Football Rankings
- Wikipedia: South Carolina High School League
- Bluffton Today: SC High School Football Schedule
- Sports Illustrated: SC High School Football Rankings
- On3: South Carolina High School Football Top 25
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