Columbia, South Carolina, August 29, 2025

News Summary

The South Carolina Prep Football Media Poll rankings for the upcoming season have been released, highlighting significant changes in the standings after Week 0 of games. Notable performances were observed, with Dutch Fork leading in Class AAAAA and South Florence holding the top spot in Class AAAA. Various teams adjusted their standings, forming a competitive landscape in high school football throughout the state. The upcoming matches are expected to further reshape these rankings as the teams vie for dominance.

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The South Carolina Prep Football Media Poll rankings for the 2025 season were officially released on August 26, revealing significant shifts in the standings following the opening week of games. These rankings reflect team performance from Week 0 of the season, showcasing the dynamics within multiple classifications of high school football across the state.

Key Rankings in Class AAAAA

The top ten teams in Class AAAAA are led by Dutch Fork, which received 16 first-place votes and maintains an unbeaten record of 1-0. Following Dutch Fork is Northwestern with one first-place vote and also a record of 1-0. Other notable teams in the top ten include Summerville, Irmo, and Gaffney, who fell from second to sixth place after suffering a defeat against Independence (NC).

• 1. Dutch Fork (16) (1-0)
• 2. Northwestern (1) (1-0)
• 3. Summerville (1-0)
• 4. Irmo (1-0)
• 5. Gaffney (0-1)
• 6. Greenwood (0-0)
• 7. Sumter (1-0)
• 8. Byrnes (1-0)
• 9. Ridge View (1-0)
• 10. Spartanburg (0-1)

Class AAAA Rankings and Changes

In Class AAAA, South Florence holds the top position with 13 first-place votes and an undefeated 1-0 record. South Pointe, the former top-ranked team, dropped to second place following a loss and currently stands at 0-1.

• 1. South Florence (13) (1-0)
• 2. South Pointe (4) (0-1)
• 3. Hartsville (0-0)
• 4. North Augusta (1-0)
• 5. Daniel (1-0)
• 6. AC Flora (1-0)
• 7. Westside (0-1)
• 8. Camden (1-0)
• 9. Bishop England (0-0)
• 10. Seneca (1-0)

Rankings in Classes AAA, AA, and A

Below are the rankings for Classes AAA, AA, and A:

Class AAA

• 1. Belton-Honea Path (6) (1-0)
• 2. Woodruff (4) (1-0)
• 3. Oceanside Collegiate (6) (0-1)
• 4. Dillon (1) (0-1)
• 5. Mountain View Prep (1-0)
• 6. Loris (1-0)
• 7. Newberry (1-0)
• 8. Orangeburg-Wilkinson (1-0)
• 9. Marlboro County (1-0)
• 10. Powdersville (0-1)

Class AA

• 1. Clinton (2) (0-1)
• 2. Chester (2) (1-0)
• 2. Batesburg-Leesville (6) (0-0)
• 4. Hampton County (4) (1-0)
• 5. Barnwell (1-0)
• 6. Cheraw (1) (1-0)
• 7. Fairfield Central (2) (0-1)
• 8. Central (1-0)
• 9. Strom Thurmond (1-0)
• 10. Philip Simmons (0-1)

Class A

• 1. Abbeville (15) (1-0)
• 2. Cross (2) (1-0)
• 3. Lake View (1-0)
• 4. Bamberg-Ehrhardt (1-0)
• 5. Lewisville (0-1)
• 6. Hunter-Kinard-Tyler (1-0)
• 7. Johnsonville (1-0)
• 8. Lamar (0-1)
• 9. Latta (1-0)
• 10. Dixie (1-0)

Upcoming Matches

As the season progresses, several ranked teams are preparing for upcoming games that could impact their standings. Notably, Dutch Fork is set to face Spartanburg, while South Florence will take on Stratford.

Background Context

This week’s rankings reflect a competitive landscape in South Carolina high school football, especially as seven teams not previously ranked have made the list after the first week. Not all teams participated in Week 0, which could further impact future rankings as the season unfolds. The ongoing adjustments in rankings offer a glimpse into how quickly the landscape can shift in high school sports.

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Additional Resources

• The State
• Wikipedia: South Carolina High School Football
• Sports Illustrated
• Google Search: South Carolina high school football
• Greenville Online
• Encyclopedia Britannica: Football (Sport)
• WYFF4
• Google News: South Carolina high school football rankings
• On3
• High School Football America

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