Hilton Head Island, September 12, 2025
News Summary
The Island Packet has opened voting for its High School Football Player of the Week, encouraging fans to recognize standout athletes. Voting is available until Friday at noon, with nominations submitted by coaches from various schools. This week’s nominees include top performers from local high school football teams, showcasing impressive statistics and contributions on the field. The winner will be revealed on Friday afternoon, fostering community engagement and support for local athletes.
Hilton Head Island – The voting for The Island Packet’s High School Football Player of the Week is now open, with fans encouraged to cast their votes for standout athletes whose performances are shaping the early high school football season. Voting will remain open until Friday at noon, with the winner being announced on The Island Packet’s website Friday afternoon.
This initiative aims to celebrate the achievements of high school athletes and provide engaging weekly entertainment for fans and the local community. Coaches are able to submit nominees each week, demonstrating a collaborative effort across various schools to highlight the talent present in the region.
Among this week’s nominees are several impressive athletes:
- Aedan McCarthy, QB, Bluffton: The senior quarterback showcased remarkable skills by completing 18 of 28 passes for an outstanding total of 459 yards and four touchdowns during a victory against Savannah Country Day from Georgia.
- Sean Mitchell, RB, May River: This senior running back had an exceptionally strong performance, rushing 28 times for 194 yards and scoring two touchdowns. Mitchell also made a significant contribution in the passing game, catching a 25-yard pass in a win over Lake City.
- Jayvin Risher, RB/LB, Hilton Head Island: The junior athlete put on a well-rounded display, rushing 19 times for 159 yards with two rushing touchdowns, in addition to catching a 3-yard touchdown pass. On defense, Risher made four tackles—one for a loss—and returned an interception 60 yards for another touchdown.
- Nic Shuford, QB, Beaufort Academy: As a sophomore quarterback, Shuford excelled by completing 6 of 8 passes for 133 yards and two touchdowns while also rushing eight times for 102 yards and an additional touchdown in a win over Patrick Henry.
- Cooper Simpson, LB, Bluffton: The junior linebacker stood out defensively by recording eight tackles (two for loss) and forcing two fumbles, contributing significantly to Bluffton’s win against Savannah Country Day.
- I’veon Watson, DL/OL, Whale Branch: A senior player, Watson was instrumental in the victory over Ridgeland, achieving nine tackles (three for loss) and an impressive four sacks.
This voting process is designed primarily for entertainment and is not a scientific poll, allowing community members to engage with their high school football programs. Coaches looking to nominate players for future voting opportunities can do so by sending nominations to a designated email address.
The Player of the Week voting is part of a broader effort to foster school spirit and recognition for players who are delivering remarkable performances on the field. The closing date for this week’s voting is Friday at noon, and fans are encouraged to participate actively.
As this exciting season continues, every week offers new talent vying for the spotlight, making it an engaging time for players, families, and supporters of high school football.
FAQs
What is the duration for voting?
Voting for The Island Packet’s High School Football Player of the Week is open until Friday at noon.
How are nominees chosen?
Coaches can submit their nominee players weekly to a designated email address.
Who can vote?
All fans and community members are encouraged to participate in the voting process.
What will be the announcement timing for the winner?
The winner will be announced on The Island Packet’s website on Friday afternoon.
Key Features of the Voting Process
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Voting Duration | Open until Friday at noon |
| Nominee Submission | Coaches submit nominees weekly |
| Eligibility to Vote | Open to all fans and community members |
| Announcement Timing | Winner announced Friday afternoon |
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HERE Resources
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Additional Resources
- Island Packet: High School Football Player of the Week Voting Open
- Wikipedia: High School Football
- SI: South Carolina High School Football Player of the Week Vote
- Google Search: South Carolina High School Football
- WJCL: Meet the Big 22 – Kenshon of Beaufort High School
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Football
- Island Packet: High School Football News
- Google News: High School Athletics
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