Irmo, South Carolina, September 25, 2025
News Summary
Irmo has ascended to the top position in the South Carolina Prep Football Media Poll with an undefeated record of 5-0, earning 18 first-place votes. Northwestern follows closely with a 4-1 record and 3 first-place votes, while Dutch Fork slips to third after a surprising upset against Oceanside Collegiate Academy, ending their 24-game winning streak. As the regular season progresses, key matchups are scheduled for Week 5, including A.C. Flora at York and North Augusta at Gray Collegiate, highlighting the competitive nature of high school football in the state.
Irmo has surged to the top of the South Carolina Prep Football Media Poll after an impressive start to the season, boasting an undefeated record of 5-0. The team received 18 first-place votes in the most recent rankings published on September 23, 2025.
Northwestern follows closely in second place, currently holding a record of 4-1 and garnering 3 first-place votes. Dutch Fork, once a formidable contender, has slid to third after a surprising upset against Oceanside Collegiate Academy, which ended their 24-game winning streak. Dutch Fork now has a record of 3-1.
Summerville remains in fourth place with a record of 3-1 while James Island holds the fifth position with an undefeated record of 4-0. Byrnes and Dorman both share records of 3-1, ranking sixth and seventh, respectively. Greenwood ranks eighth with a record of 3-1, while Ridge View and Gaffney round out the top ten, each with 2-2 records. Other teams receiving votes include TL Hanna, White Knoll, Sumter, and Greenville.
In the Class 4A rankings, South Pointe maintains the number one position with a 4-1 record, firmly receiving 18 first-place votes. South Florence follows closely in second place, also with a record of 4-1 and securing 2 first-place votes. North Augusta holds the third spot with a strong 5-0 record and 1 first-place vote.
Further down the Class 4A rankings, Seneca, Bishop England, and AC Flora occupy the fourth to sixth positions with records ranging from 4-0 to 4-1. Camden (4-1), Daniel (3-1), Gray Collegiate (2-2), and Bluffton (4-1) complete the rankings in this class.
Class 3A sees Belton Honea Path leading with an impressive record of 5-0. Woodruff stands in second place with a record of 4-0, closely followed by Newberry, who has also recorded a stellar 5-0 performance thus far. In Class 2A, Central takes the top position with a record of 4-0, while Strom Thurmond and Fairfield Central rank second and third with records of 3-1 and 3-2, respectively. The Class A rankings are led by Abbeville, showcasing a solid start at 3-1, closely followed by Bamberg-Ehrhardt at 5-0.
As the SCHSL regular season progresses, Week 5 games are scheduled for Friday, September 26, with key matchups including A.C. Flora at York, Belton-Honea Path at Chapman, and North Augusta at Gray Collegiate. Other notable games include Dorman facing Byrnes and James Island taking on West Ashley on October 3.
These rankings reflect the competitive nature of high school football across South Carolina, highlighting some surprising twists in this season’s early stages.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which team currently tops the S.C. Prep Football Media Poll?
Irmo tops the S.C. Prep Football Media Poll after a strong season start, holding an impressive record of 5-0 and receiving 18 first-place votes.
What is the current record of Dutch Fork?
Dutch Fork slides to third place with a record of 3-1, having lost to Oceanside Collegiate Academy in a stunning upset, snapping their 24-game winning streak.
What are the upcoming key matchups for Week 5 of the SCHSL season?
Games for Week 5 of the SCHSL regular season are scheduled for Friday, Sept 26. Key matchups include A.C. Flora at York, Belton-Honea Path at Chapman, and North Augusta at Gray Collegiate.
| Rank | Team | Record | First-Place Votes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Irmo | 5-0 | 18 |
| 2 | Northwestern | 4-1 | 3 |
| 3 | Dutch Fork | 3-1 | 0 |
| 4 | Summerville | 3-1 | 0 |
| 5 | James Island | 4-0 | 0 |
| 6 | Byrnes | 3-1 | 0 |
| 7 | Dorman | 3-1 | 0 |
| 8 | Greenwood | 3-1 | 0 |
| 9 | Ridge View | 2-2 | 0 |
| 10 | Gaffney | 2-2 | 0 |
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Additional Resources
- Greenville Online: SC High School Football Schedule Week 5
- Wikipedia: South Carolina High School Football
- SI: South Carolina High School Football Top 25 Rankings
- Google Search: South Carolina High School Football Rankings
- On3: South Carolina High School Football Rankings
- Encyclopedia Britannica: High School Football
- The State: South Carolina High School Football Updates
- Google News: South Carolina High School Football
- WYFF4: High School Football Live Scores
- SI: South Carolina High School Football Computer Rankings
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