News Summary
The South Carolina Prep Football Media Preseason Poll showcases the top high school football teams as they gear up for the upcoming season. Dutch Fork High School leads the Class AAAAA rankings with 16 first-place votes and a perfect record last season. Other top contenders include Summerville, Gaffney, and Northwestern. In Class AAAA, South Pointe tops the poll, followed by South Florence. Meanwhile, Oceanside Collegiate heads Class AA, and Clinton High School leads Class A. Anticipation builds for a competitive season filled with rivalries and excitement.
Columbia, South Carolina – South Carolina Prep Football Media Preseason Poll Unveils Top Teams for 2025 Season
The South Carolina Prep Football Media Preseason Poll, released on August 11, 2025, highlights the top high school football teams ahead of a promising season. Dutch Fork High School dominates the Class AAAAA rankings, holding the number one spot with an impressive 16 first-place votes. Last season, Dutch Fork finished with a perfect 13-0 record, culminating in a Class AAAAA State Championship.
Summerville High School follows closely at second place, boasting a 10-2 record from the previous season. Gaffney is ranked third, boosted by the return of quarterback Jayvon Gilmore and the addition of twelve transfers, signaling a strong potential for success this season. Northwestern, sitting at fourth, received one first-place vote while ending last season with a perfect 14-0 record, winning the Class AAAAA Division II State Championship. Irmo rounds out the top five with a commendable 11-3 record.
Spartanburg High School is ranked sixth, showing strong potential as a playoff contender. Following them in seventh is Greenwood, while Sumter claims the eighth position. TL Hanna is ninth, and Byrnes and Ridge View tie for tenth place. Additionally, other teams receiving votes include White Knoll, Hillcrest, and JL Mann, indicating a competitive atmosphere heading into the season.
Class AAAA Rankings
In the Class AAAA rankings, South Pointe leads with ten first-place votes, coming off a successful season with an 11-3 record. They are closely followed by South Florence, which ranks second with six first-place votes and has won two of the last three 4-A state championships. Westside holds the third position with one first-place vote, while Hartsville and North Augusta are fourth and fifth, respectively.
The top ten teams in Class AAAA is completed by Daniel, AC Flora, Camden, Bishop England, and Gray Collegiate, all of whom are gearing up for a competitive season.
Class AA Rankings
In the Class AA category, Oceanside Collegiate stands out as the top team, earning twelve first-place votes and finishing last season with a record of 12-1 while winning the Class AA State Championship. Dillon, Belton-Honea Path, Woodruff, and Mountain View Prep follow in the rankings, indicating a robust competition at this level.
Class A Rankings
Clinton High School leads in Class A with an impressive 15 first-place votes and a previous record of 14-1. Fairfield Central, Batesburg-Leesville, and Hampton County follow closely behind in the rankings. Abbeville also shines in Class A, ranking first with 13 first-place votes and an impressive 12-1 record from last season. Other notable teams include Cross, Lewisville, and Lake View.
Preseason Insights
The rankings are the result of votes from various sports journalists and media outlets, reflecting trends and performances from the previous season while setting expectations for the upcoming season. The high school football games are set to commence later this month, offering fans a fresh season full of excitement and rivalry.
The anticipation for the 2025 high school football season is palpable, with teams across all classes preparing to give their best on the field. The Preseason Poll serves not only to highlight top teams but to create a competitive spirit that is integral to high school football culture in South Carolina.
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Additional Resources
- The State
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