Irmo, September 24, 2025
News Summary
Irmo has ascended to the top of the S.C. Prep Football Media Poll following Dutch Fork’s recent defeat. With an impressive record of 5-0 and receiving 18 first-place votes, Irmo has proven to be a strong contender in South Carolina high school football. Northwestern follows in second place at 4-1, while Dutch Fork takes a hit, dropping to third at 3-1. Other teams like Summerville and James Island also continue to perform well. The competitive rankings highlight the intensity of this season in South Carolina’s high school football landscape.
Irmo has officially claimed the top position in the S.C. Prep Football Media Poll after Dutch Fork’s recent loss. With a strong performance this season, Irmo boasts a record of 5-0 and received 18 first-place votes from the poll. This new ranking marks a significant milestone for Irmo, positioning them as a formidable contender in South Carolina high school football.
Following closely behind, Northwestern is ranked second with a record of 4-1 and has garnered 3 first-place votes. Dutch Fork, which had held the number one spot previously, slipped to third place with a record of 3-1. They now face the challenge of regaining their standing as the season progresses.
In fourth place is Summerville, maintaining a commendable record of 3-1, while James Island rounds out the top five with a perfect 4-0 record. The ranking continues with Byrnes, Dorman, Greenwood, Ridge View, and Gaffney making up the remainder of the top ten, all holding records of 3-1 or below.
Several other teams are gaining attention as well, though they did not make the top ten. Teams such as TL Hanna, White Knoll, Sumter, Greenville, Westwood, Stratford, Indian Land, and Catawba Ridge received votes, showcasing the competitive nature of the league.
Lower Classifications Rankings
In the lower classifications, South Pointe leads with an impressive 4-1 record and 18 first-place votes. Following them is South Florence at #2, also holding a 4-1 record but with 2 first-place votes. North Augusta is a standout team at #3, remaining undefeated with a perfect record of 5-0 this season.
Other notable teams in the lower classifications include Seneca ranked #4 with a 4-0 record, Bishop England at #5 also holding 4-0, and AC Flora at #6 with a record of 4-1. Belton Honea Path tops the next category with a record of 5-0, while Woodruff and Newberry are close behind with records of 4-0 and 5-0, respectively.
Additionally, Central leads in another classification with a 4-0 record. In the rankings of the smallest classifications, Abbeville claims the top spot with 12 votes and a strong record of 3-1, followed closely by Bamberg-Ehrhardt at #2 with an unbeaten record of 5-0 and Cross at #3 with a record of 4-1.
The rankings reflect the results from sports journalists across various publications and highlight the fierce competition among high school football teams in South Carolina.
Key Rankings Summary
| Rank | Team | Record | First-Place Votes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Irmo | 5-0 | 18 |
| 2 | Northwestern | 4-1 | 3 |
| 3 | Dutch Fork | 3-1 | 0 |
| 4 | Summerville | 3-1 | 0 |
| 5 | James Island | 4-0 | 0 |
| 6 | South Pointe | 4-1 | 19 |
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Who is currently ranked number one in the S.C. Prep Football Media Poll?
Irmo is ranked #1 in the S.C. Prep Football Media Poll with 18 first-place votes and a record of 5-0.
2. What are the records of the top three teams?
– Irmo: 5-0
– Northwestern: 4-1
– Dutch Fork: 3-1
3. Which team has the highest record in the lower classifications?
In the lower classifications, South Pointe is the top-ranked team with 18 first-place votes and a 4-1 record.
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Additional Resources
- Island Packet
- Wikipedia: South Carolina High School Football
- SI: South Carolina High School Football Rankings
- Google Search: South Carolina High School Football
- On3: South Carolina High School Football Rankings
- Encyclopedia Britannica: South Carolina High School Football
- High School Football America
- Google News: High School Football
- The State
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