Charleston, SC, September 26, 2025
News Summary
Heavy rain has led to the postponement of numerous high school football games in the Charleston area. Key matchups, including Woodland vs. Bishop England, were affected. The Charleston County School District has canceled all home games as flash flood warnings persist. Plans to broadcast the games live on MyTV Charleston are still in place, although weather conditions may continue to impact game schedules. Updates on rescheduled games will be communicated as the situation evolves.
Charleston, SC – The high school football schedule in the Charleston area has been significantly altered as heavy rain has led to the postponement or cancellation of numerous games. Week 5 of the high school football season was set to kick off on Friday night, but flash flood warnings throughout the Lowcountry have forced local teams to reschedule their matchups.
Key games that were planned for Friday night included major matchups such as Woodland (3-1) facing Bishop England (4-0) in the Live 5 Game of the Week, Goose Creek (0-4) against Summerville (3-1), and Berkeley (3-1) visiting St. James. Other noteworthy games on the schedule were Cane Bay (1-3) at Myrtle Beach, Waccamaw at Stall (1-3), Oceanside Collegiate (2-2) at Atlantic Collegiate, Hanahan (2-3) at Andrews, and Branchville vs. Cross (4-1).
The Charleston County School District has announced that all home football games within the district are canceled due to the adverse weather conditions. As teams and fans brace for the ongoing inclement weather, an updated list of postponed or canceled games will be provided as more information becomes available.
This situation comes as the 16th season of Knight’s Companies Friday Night Rivals, driven by Crews Chevrolet, is about to commence. The organizers have plans to support local schools and student-athletes, including a donation of $5,000 in school grants by Knight’s Companies and a $5,000 scholarship to a scholar athlete from The Thumbs Up Guys Injury Attorneys at the end of the season. Historically, past sponsors of Friday Night Rivals have contributed over $160,000 to local schools and students.
Despite the postponements, there are plans to broadcast the games live on MyTV Charleston, alongside coverage available on local news platforms’ social media channels. However, the ongoing weather disruptions may affect the schedule moving forward.
Postponed and Canceled Games
The following games have been impacted due to heavy rain:
- Woodland vs. Bishop England
- Goose Creek vs. Summerville
- Berkeley at St. James
- Cane Bay at Myrtle Beach
- Waccamaw at Stall
- Oceanside Collegiate at Atlantic Collegiate
- Hanahan at Andrews
- Branchville vs. Cross
- St. John’s at Scott’s Branch
- Bethune-Bowman at Military Magnet
- First Baptist at Baptist Hill
- Porter-Gaud at Heathwood Hall
- John Paul II at St. John’s Christian
- Hilton Head Christian at Pinewood Prep
- Northwood Academy at Hammond
- Beaufort Academy at Colleton Prep
- Carolina Academy at Dorchester Academy
Future Updates
As the weather situation continues to evolve, coaches and players remain hopeful for improved conditions to resume play. Fans and supporters are encouraged to stay updated on the schedule changes and game updates that will be communicated through official channels.
FAQ
What caused the postponement of high school football games in Charleston?
Many high school football games have been canceled or postponed due to heavy rain affecting the Tri-County area.
Which games were significant for Week 5 of the high school football season?
Key matchups included Woodland (3-1) vs. Bishop England (4-0), Goose Creek (0-4) vs. Summerville (3-1), and Berkeley (3-1) at St. James, among others.
Has the Charleston County School District canceled any games?
The Charleston County School District reported that all home football games in the district are canceled.
What is Knight’s Companies Friday Night Rivals?
The 16th season of Knight’s Companies Friday Night Rivals, driven by Crews Chevrolet, is set to begin, but weather impacts have shifted plans. They will donate $5,000 in school grants and award a $5,000 scholarship to a scholar athlete at the season’s end.
How can fans stay updated on rescheduled games?
An updated list of postponed or canceled games will be provided as information becomes available, and fans can watch games live on MyTV Charleston, with additional coverage available on social media.
Chart of Key Features
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | High School Football Week 5 |
| Location | Charleston, SC |
| Reasons for Postponement | Heavy Rain, Flash Flood Warnings |
| Canceled Games | All home football games in the district |
| Broadcasting | Live on MyTV Charleston |
| Support Contributions | $5,000 in school grants and $5,000 scholarship |
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- Live 5 News: Lowcountry High School Football Scores Week 0
- Wikipedia: High School Football in the United States
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- Google Search: High School Football Charleston SC
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- Encyclopedia Britannica: Football
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- Google News: South Charleston High School Football
- Charleston Gazette-Mail: Home Team Wins Football Scrimmage
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