Hilton Head Island, October 8, 2025
News Summary
Voting for The Island Packet’s high school football Player of the Week has commenced, showcasing impressive performances from various athletes. The voting, which ends Friday at noon, highlights standout players such as Thaddeus Czarnecki and Aedan McCarthy, whose spectacular skills have earned them nominations. Community members are encouraged to participate and recognize these exceptional talents, with the winner to be announced on The Island Packet’s website Friday afternoon.
Hilton Head Island
Voting for The Island Packet’s high school football Player of the Week has officially opened for performances from the games played on October 3. Players nominated for the honor displayed impressive skills and athleticism, showcasing why they are worthy contenders. This voting period lasts until Friday at noon, with the winning player announced on The Island Packet’s website on Friday afternoon.
Nominations and Performance Highlights
Several standout athletes are in contention for the Player of the Week title, each bringing notable performances in their respective games:
- Thaddeus Czarnecki, RB/LB, Hilton Head Island: This junior player shone with 21 carries for 187 yards, scoring three touchdowns. Defensively, he recorded seven tackles, including two for loss, along with one sack and an interception.
- Josh Gibson, QB, Thomas Heyward: The senior quarterback contributed significantly by running for three touchdowns and passing for one in the team’s win over Patrick Henry.
- Malcolm Gordon, LB, Bluffton: As a junior linebacker, he had an impactful game, achieving 10 tackles, three of which were for loss, and adding one sack in the victory against Beaufort.
- Aedan McCarthy, QB, Bluffton: This senior quarterback completed 21 of 28 passes for a whopping 478 yards along with one touchdown. Additionally, he rushed 13 times for 47 yards and three touchdowns in the game against Beaufort.
- Jadon Inabinett, RB, John Paul II: The freshman running back made a remarkable debut with 10 carries for 243 yards, scoring two touchdowns and catching a pass for an additional 37 yards in the win over First Baptist.
- John Paul II Offensive Line: The offensive line, composed of LT Griffen Spencer, LG Spencer Murphy, C Payne Campanella, RG Russell Spencer, RT Will Debrovner, and TE Sean Phalen, played a crucial role by helping the team rush for 440 yards and five touchdowns against First Baptist.
- Michael Poole, LB, May River: A sophomore with six tackles, one of which was for loss, he also contributed one sack and pressured the quarterback in the game against Colleton County.
- Taishun Smith, QB, Ridgeland: The junior quarterback completed 20 of 28 passes for 227 yards, contributing three touchdowns and running three times for 19 yards in the win over Denmark-Olar.
Voting Information
Coaches are encouraged to submit player nominations each week via email to [email protected]. While this voting initiative creates excitement within the community, it is important to note that the polls are meant for fun and are not scientifically driven.
Congratulations to Nominees
All the nominated players have demonstrated exceptional performances on the field, and The Island Packet congratulates them for their achievements this week. Fans and community members are urged to participate in the voting to recognize their favorite players.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the deadline for voting for the Player of the Week?
Voting will close on Friday at noon.
What are some notable performances from this week’s nominees?
Nominees include players like Thaddeus Czarnecki with three touchdowns, Aedan McCarthy with 478 passing yards, and Jadon Inabinett with 243 rushing yards.
How can coaches submit nominations?
Coaches can submit player nominations via email to [email protected] each week.
Are the polls for the Player of the Week scientific?
No, the polls are meant for fun and are not scientific.
Performance Chart
| Player | Position | Team | Key Stats |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thaddeus Czarnecki | RB/LB | Hilton Head Island | 21 carries, 187 yards, 3 TDs; 7 tackles, 1 sack |
| Josh Gibson | QB | Thomas Heyward | 3 rushing TDs, 1 passing TD |
| Malcolm Gordon | LB | Bluffton | 10 tackles, 3 for loss, 1 sack |
| Aedan McCarthy | QB | Bluffton | 21/28 passes, 478 yards, 1 TD; 3 rushing TDs |
| Jadon Inabinett | RB | John Paul II | 10 carries, 243 yards, 2 TDs |
| Michael Poole | LB | May River | 6 tackles, 1 for loss, 1 sack |
| Taishun Smith | QB | Ridgeland | 20/28 passes, 227 yards, 3 TDs |
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Additional Resources
- The Island Packet
- Wikipedia: High School Football
- Lowco Sports – Week 6 Overview
- Google Search: High School Football in South Carolina
- Live 5 News – Lowcountry Football
- Google Scholar: High School Football South Carolina
- WSAV – Game of the Week
- Encyclopedia Britannica: American Football
- The State – High School Sports
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