Columbia, South Carolina, September 12, 2025
News Summary
The South Carolina Prep Football Media Poll has released its latest rankings, highlighting the top high school football teams in South Carolina. Dutch Fork leads the main division with an undefeated record, followed closely by Northwestern and Irmo. The rankings also showcase competitive performances from teams in other categories, signaling a promising season ahead for high school football in the state. With various teams receiving votes and competitive records, the rankings reflect the evolving dynamics of high school athletics.
Columbia, South Carolina – S.C. Prep Football Media Poll Rankings Released
The S.C. Prep Football Media Poll rankings were unveiled on September 9, 2025, showcasing the top high school football teams across various categories in South Carolina. Leading the pack in the main division is Dutch Fork, which has secured the first position with 15 first-place votes and an undefeated record of 2-0.
Following closely is Northwestern, holding the second spot with five first-place votes and a perfect record of 3-0. The rankings highlight other strong contenders, including Irmo at third with a record of 3-0, Greenwood at fourth with a record of 2-0, and Summerville rounding out the top five with a record of 2-1. The full top ten is completed by Byrnes (1-1), James Island (3-0), Dorman (2-1), Gaffney (1-2), and Ridge View (1-2). Additionally, teams like Sumter, White Knoll, Greenville, Carolina Forest, Berkeley, Fort Mill, and Spartanburg received votes but did not make the top ten.
Other Categories in the Rankings
South Pointe secured first place in its category with 11 first-place votes and a 2-1 record, while South Florence claimed second place with 6 first-place votes and a 2-1 record. North Augusta, AC Flora, and Camden each maintain strong records of 3-0, placing them in the top five. Other notable rankings include Bishop England at sixth (2-0), Seneca in seventh (3-0), Daniel at eighth (2-1), Midland Valley in ninth (3-0), and a tie for tenth place between Crestwood and Bluffton, both at 3-0. Teams such as Hartsville, Wren, Gray Collegiate, and Westside were also recognized by voters.
In a different category, Belton-Honea Path topped the list with 15 first-place votes and a flawless record of 3-0, followed by Woodruff (3-0) and Mountain View Prep (3-0). Other contenders in the top ten included Loris, Newberry, Dillon, Oceanside Collegiate, Powdersville, Orangeburg-Wilkinson, and Marlboro County.
Moving down in the ranks, Hampton County took the lead with 14 first-place votes and a record of 3-0, followed by Batesburg-Leesville (1-1) and Strom Thurmond (2-0). Other teams that received attention in this category included Clinton, Central, Fairfield Central, Cheraw, Barnwell, Saluda, and Timberland.
Lastly, in the final category, Abbeville leads with 13 first-place votes and a record of 2-1. Bamberg-Ehrhardt follows in second with three wins (3-0), while Cross, Lake View, Lewisville, Latta, Ware Shoals, Johnsonville, Hunter-Kinard-Tyler, and Carvers Bay also showcased impressive records. Teams such as Lamar, Dixie, and Whitmire garnered votes in this category as well.
Background Context
The S.C. Prep Football Media Poll is an evaluation of high school football teams across South Carolina and is compiled by various sports media outlets from around the state. This poll serves as a crucial indicator of team performance, helping to spotlight outstanding achievements in high school athletics. As the football season progresses, rankings will continue to evolve, reflecting victories and challenges faced by teams as they vie for top honors.
FAQ
What is the S.C. Prep Football Media Poll?
The S.C. Prep Football Media Poll is a ranking of high school football teams in South Carolina, compiled by various sports media outlets. It showcases the performance of teams throughout the season.
How are the teams ranked?
Teams are ranked based on their performance, including win-loss records and the number of first-place votes they receive from voters in the sports media.
What are the records of the top-ranked teams?
As of the latest rankings, Dutch Fork leads with a 2-0 record, Northwestern at 3-0, Irmo at 3-0, Greenwood at 2-0, and Summerville at 2-1.
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- The State: S.C. Prep Football Media Poll Rankings
- Sports Illustrated: Week Three College Football Rankings
- Greenville Online: South Carolina Football Rankings
- NCAA: College Football Scores and Rankings
- On3: South Carolina Football Updates
- Wikipedia: South Carolina Gamecocks
- Google Search: South Carolina High School Football Rankings
- Google Scholar: High School Football Rankings South Carolina
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Football
- Google News: South Carolina Football Rankings
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