Columbia, South Carolina, September 26, 2025
News Summary
On September 23, 2025, the South Carolina Prep Football Media Poll unveiled its latest high school football rankings, highlighting top teams in various classifications. Irmo leads the AAAA rankings with a perfect record, while South Pointe tops the AAA category. Belton Honea Path holds the lead in AA rankings and Central is at the top in A rankings. Upcoming games set for September 26 promise exciting matchups as teams strive for better positions as the season progresses.
Columbia, South Carolina – The South Carolina Prep Football Media Poll has released the latest high school football rankings on September 23, 2025, showcasing the top teams in different classifications as the season reaches the halfway mark.
AAAA Rankings Overview
Leading the AAAA rankings is Irmo with a perfect record of 5-0, receiving 18 first-place votes from the media. The team edged ahead of Northwestern, which is currently 4-1 and received 3 first-place votes. Dutch Fork, after previously dominating the rankings, slips to third place with the same number of first-place votes.
The complete top 10 in the AAAA category is as follows:
- Irmo (5-0) – 18 first-place votes
- Northwestern (4-1) – 3 first-place votes
- Dutch Fork (3-1) – 3 first-place votes
- Summerville (3-1)
- James Island (4-0)
- Byrnes (3-1)
- Dorman (3-1)
- Greenwood (3-1)
- Ridge View (2-2)
- Gaffney (2-2)
Other teams receiving votes in this category include TL Hanna, White Knoll, Sumter, Greenville, Westwood, Stratford, Indian Land, and Catawba Ridge.
AAA Rankings Highlights
In the AAA rankings, South Pointe has claimed the top spot with a 4-1 record and 18 first-place votes. South Florence follows closely, also 4-1, but only received 2 first-place votes. North Augusta remains undefeated at 5-0, earning 1 first-place vote.
The AAA top 10 consists of:
- South Pointe (4-1) – 18 first-place votes
- South Florence (4-1) – 2 first-place votes
- North Augusta (5-0) – 1 first-place vote
- Seneca (4-0)
- Bishop England (4-0)
- AC Flora (4-1)
- Camden (4-1)
- Daniel (3-1)
- Gray Collegiate (2-2)
- Bluffton (4-1)
Teams like Midland Valley, Hilton Head Island, Lower Richland, Wilson, and Hartsville also received votes in this classification.
AA and A Rankings
For AA rankings, Belton Honea Path leads with a perfect 5-0 record and 13 first-place votes. Woodruff follows closely at 4-0 with 3 first-place votes. Other notable teams include Loris and Mountain View Prep, both with undefeated records.
The AA top 10 includes:
- Belton Honea Path (5-0) – 13 first-place votes
- Woodruff (4-0) – 3 first-place votes
- Newberry (5-0) – 1 first-place vote
- Oceanside Collegiate (3-2) – 4 first-place votes
- Mountain View Prep (5-0)
- Loris (5-0)
- Dillon (3-2)
- Orangeburg-Wilkinson (4-0)
- Marlboro County (4-1)
- Swansea (5-0)
In the A rankings, Central holds on to the number one position with a record of 4-0 and an impressive 21 first-place votes. The ranking features a competitive list of teams all vying for a higher position.
The A rankings are as follows:
- Central (4-0) – 21 first-place votes
- Strom Thurmond (3-1)
- Fairfield Central (3-2)
- Clinton (2-3)
- Hampton County (3-2)
- Batesburg-Leesville (2-2)
- Cheraw (3-2)
- Saluda (3-1)
- Timberland (4-1)
- Philip Simmons (3-2)
Other teams receiving votes include Andrew Jackson, Liberty, Chesnee, Woodland, Eau Claire, East Clarendon, Chester, North Central, and Barnwell.
1A Rankings Update
The 1A rankings sees Abbeville taking the lead with a 3-1 record and 12 first-place votes, followed by Bamberg-Ehrhardt, which is unbeaten at 5-0 and garnered 9 first-place votes. Latta and Ware Shoals are also having outstanding seasons, both with 5-0 records.
The 1A top 10 is:
- Abbeville (3-1) – 12 first-place votes
- Bamberg-Ehrhardt (5-0) – 9 first-place votes
- Cross (4-1)
- Latta (5-0)
- Ware Shoals (4-0)
- Hunter-Kinard-Tyler (3-1)
- Johnsonville (4-1)
- Carvers Bay (5-0)
- Lewisville (2-3)
- Lamar (3-2)
Additionally, teams like Lake View, Dixie, and Scott’s Branch have also received votes in this ranking.
Changing Dynamics
Irmo’s ascent to the number one position has been bolstered by Dutch Fork’s unexpected defeat, which ended their 24-game winning streak and has dropped them to fifth place. Oceanside Collegiate Academy, after their recent success, has joined the Top 25 along with Daniel and Mountain View Prep.
The upcoming high school football games are set for Friday, September 26, featuring teams such as A.C. Flora, Belton-Honea Path, and North Augusta, promising more exciting action as the season progresses.
FAQ
What are the top teams in the AAAA Rankings of South Carolina football?
The top teams in the AAAA Rankings are: 1. Irmo (5-0) – 18 first-place votes, 2. Northwestern (4-1) – 3 first-place votes, 3. Dutch Fork (3-1) – 3 first-place votes, 4. Summerville (3-1), 5. James Island (4-0), 6. Byrnes (3-1), 7. Dorman (3-1), 8. Greenwood (3-1), 9. Ridge View (2-2), and 10. Gaffney (2-2).
Who leads the AAA Rankings in South Carolina?
South Pointe leads the AAA Rankings with a record of 4-1 and has received 18 first-place votes.
What significant changes occurred in the rankings?
Irmo is the new No. 1 team in the South Carolina Top 25 rankings after Dutch Fork’s 24-game winning streak was snapped. Dutch Fork has dropped from first to fifth.
When are the next scheduled high school football games?
The next high school football games are scheduled for Friday, September 26, featuring teams including A.C. Flora, Belton-Honea Path, and North Augusta.
Key Features of the Football Rankings
| Classification | Top Team | Record | First-Place Votes |
|---|---|---|---|
| AAAA | Irmo | 5-0 | 18 |
| AAA | South Pointe | 4-1 | 18 |
| AA | Belton Honea Path | 5-0 | 13 |
| A | Central | 4-0 | 21 |
| 1A | Abbeville | 3-1 | 12 |
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Additional Resources
- The State
- Greenville Online
- Sports Illustrated
- On3
- Sports Illustrated Rankings
- Wikipedia: South Carolina High School Football
- Google Search: South Carolina High School Football
- Google Scholar: South Carolina High School Sports
- Encyclopedia Britannica: South Carolina High School Football
- Google News: South Carolina High School Football
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