Greenwood, September 22, 2025
News Summary
The Greenwood Eagles triumphed over the Batesburg-Leesville Panthers with a score of 2-0, marking their fourth consecutive victory. This win improves their season record to six wins and 13 losses. Meanwhile, the Panthers continue their struggle with a seven-game losing streak. Looking ahead, both teams are set for crucial away games, with Greenwood facing Easley and Batesburg-Leesville up against Pelion. The Eagles’ upcoming matchup against Beaufort will feature a notable coaching contest between former teammates.
Greenwood – The Greenwood Eagles have achieved their fourth consecutive win by defeating the Batesburg-Leesville Panthers 2-0 on Saturday. This victory improved Greenwood’s season record to six wins and 13 losses. Meanwhile, the Batesburg-Leesville Panthers continue to struggle, now sitting on a seven-game losing streak, resulting in a record of eight wins, 17 losses, and one tie.
Both teams are set for away games next; Greenwood will face Easley on Tuesday at 7:00 p.m., while Batesburg-Leesville will play Pelion on Thursday at 7:00 p.m. This recent win adds to Greenwood’s climb upwards after their previous match where they lost in a close game against T.L. Hanna, with a score of 22-21. This loss marked their first defeat of the season, bringing their record to 3-1 at that time.
T.L. Hanna has since recorded three back-to-back wins following their match against Greenwood, finishing their recent game with a strong ground game, accumulating 265 rushing yards. In their next matchup, T.L. Hanna will compete against rival Mauldin on Friday at 7:30 p.m., while Greenwood is set to face Hillcrest at the same time.
As the season progresses, Greenwood’s upcoming game against Beaufort is scheduled for Friday at 7:30 p.m. at J.W. Babb Stadium, marking an important season opener for the Eagles. This matchup will feature a significant storyline as former Greenwood state champion and current Beaufort head coach Bryce Lybrand will be opposing his former assistant, Greenwood’s head coach Chris Liner.
Prior to the season opener, Greenwood took a bye week for additional preparation and conditioning. In contrast, Beaufort seeks improvement after a season-opening loss to Fort Dorchester, with a score of 17-6. Notably, Greenwood ranks as the No. 6 team in the state, and they have nearly double the roster size of Beaufort, which has a total of 37 full-time players. Liner emphasized the importance of quality competition and the eagerness of his players to showcase their skills in the upcoming game.
Upcoming Match Schedules
- Greenwood Eagles vs. Easley: Tuesday at 7:00 p.m.
- Batesburg-Leesville Panthers vs. Pelion: Thursday at 7:00 p.m.
- T.L. Hanna vs. Mauldin: Friday at 7:30 p.m.
- Greenwood Eagles vs. Hillcrest: Friday at 7:30 p.m.
- Greenwood Eagles vs. Beaufort: Friday at 7:30 p.m. at J.W. Babb Stadium.
Team Records
| Team | Record |
|---|---|
| Greenwood Eagles | 6 wins, 13 losses |
| Batesburg-Leesville Panthers | 8 wins, 17 losses, 1 tie |
Recent Performances
- Greenwood achieved a 2-0 victory over Batesburg-Leesville.
- Greenwood lost to T.L. Hanna 22-21.
- T.L. Hanna recorded 265 rushing yards in recent matches.
Coaching Matchup
This upcoming game between Greenwood Eagles and Beaufort will feature a notable coaching matchup: former state champion Bryce Lybrand, head coach of Beaufort, against Chris Liner, his former assistant at Greenwood.
FAQs
What was the final score of the Greenwood Eagles vs. Batesburg-Leesville Panthers game?
The final score was 2-0 in favor of the Greenwood Eagles.
What are the upcoming games for both teams?
Greenwood will face Easley on Tuesday at 7:00 p.m., and Batesburg-Leesville will play Pelion on Thursday at 7:00 p.m.
How is Greenwood ranked in the state?
Greenwood ranks as the No. 6 team in the state.
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Additional Resources
- MaxPreps: Greenwood Beats Batesburg-Leesville
- Wikipedia: Volleyball
- Index Journal: Game of the Week
- Google Search: Greenwood Eagles
- MaxPreps: TL Hanna Wins Against Greenwood
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Football
- MaxPreps: Greenwood Christian Academy
- Google News: Greenwood High School Football
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