Columbia, South Carolina, October 22, 2025
News Summary
The South Carolina High School League volleyball playoffs for both boys and girls teams commence this week, with exciting matches scheduled across various divisions. Boys volleyball finals are set for November at AC Flora High School, while the girls finals will take place at Dreher High School. The Class 5A Division matches kick off with Upper and Lower State matchups, featuring competitive teams eager to secure a spot in the finals. Fans and teams are gearing up for an intense week of championship play.
Columbia, South Carolina – The South Carolina High School League boys and girls volleyball playoffs are set to kick off this week, marking the beginning of intense competition among the state’s high school teams. The boys volleyball championship is scheduled for November 1 at AC Flora High School, while the girls volleyball finals will take place on November 6 and 8 at Dreher High School. Additionally, brackets for the South Carolina Independent School Association championships will be released later this week, adding another layer of excitement for teams and fans alike.
Class 5A Division I Matches
For the Class 5A Division I, Upper State matches are on tap for October 27, featuring a series of competitive matchups:
- (12) Dutch Fork vs. (5) Wade Hampton
- (11) JL Mann vs. (6) Byrnes
- (10) Ridge View vs. (7) Clover
- (9) Spring Valley vs. (8) Rock Hill
The winners of (9) Spring Valley vs. (8) Rock Hill will face (1) Dorman, while the victors of (12) Dutch Fork vs. (5) Wade Hampton will go against (4) Mauldin. Similarly, the winners of (11) JL Mann vs. (6) Byrnes will compete against (3) Blythewood, and those from (10) Ridge View vs. (7) Clover will face (2) Boiling Springs.
Lower State Matches
In the Lower State matches, several compelling games are also scheduled:
- (12) Fort Dorchester vs. (5) Carolina Forest
- (11) Ashley Ridge vs. (6) Cane Bay
- (10) Stratford vs. (7) West Ashley
- (9) Sumter vs. (8) Lexington
The winners of these matches will move on to challenge top-seeded teams including (1) Wando and (4) Summerville among others.
Class 5A Division II Matches
The Class 5A Division II matches also take place on October 27, with notable games including:
- (12) Eastside vs. (5) Hillcrest
- (11) Northwestern vs. (6) Riverside
- (10) Fort Mill vs. (7) Easley
- (9) Gaffney vs. (8) TL Hanna
These matches will set the stage for the winners to contend against strong opponents like (1) Woodmont and (2) Nation Ford.
Other Class Matches
Matchups for Class 4A, Class 3A, Class 2A, and Class A are also scheduled on October 27, ensuring a full day of volleyball action across divisions.
Recent Match Highlights
In previous matchups, Dutch Fork achieved a decisive victory over Irmo with set scores of 22-25, 25-17, 25-14, and 25-15. This win improved Dutch Fork’s record to 6-11, breaking a four-match losing streak. In another match, South Florence faced Hartsville and lost 3-0, marking South Florence’s fourth consecutive defeat against the Red Foxes, bringing their record to 11-15.
No future matches are currently scheduled for South Florence or Irmo based on the latest updates.
Conclusion
The start of the S.C. High School League volleyball playoffs promises thrilling contests and potential upsets as teams vie for championships. With the boys and girls finals fast approaching, the intensity of high school volleyball in South Carolina is sure to ramp up throughout the week.
FAQs
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What is the schedule for the boys volleyball championship in South Carolina?
The boys volleyball championship is scheduled for November 1 at AC Flora High School.
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When will the girls volleyball finals take place?
The girls volleyball finals will take place on November 6 and 8 at Dreher High School.
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When will the brackets for the S.C. Independent School Association championships be released?
The brackets for the S.C. Independent School Association championships will be released later this week.
Key Features
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Boys Volleyball Championship Date | November 1 |
| Girls Volleyball Finals Dates | November 6 & 8 |
| Class 5A Division Matches Date | October 27 |
| Brackets for S.C. Independent School Association | To be released later this week |
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Additional Resources
- Greenville Online: SC High School Volleyball Playoffs
- The State: SC High School Volleyball News
- MaxPreps: Recap of Irmo Volleyball Match
- MaxPreps: South Aiken Volleyball Streak
- Wikipedia: Volleyball
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