Whitmire, South Carolina, September 20, 2025
News Summary
The Whitmire Wolverines football team has suffered a second consecutive loss, dropping their season record to 2-2 after a defeat by Greenwood Christian Academy, with a final score of 35-16. Struggling without their starting and backup quarterbacks due to injuries, the Wolverines faced a challenging game, starting with a 99-yard touchdown kickoff return by Greenwood Christian. Despite a late touchdown, Whitmire couldn’t overcome the deficit. Head coach Andrew Campbell expressed appreciation for the team’s efforts and highlighted the impact of injuries. The upcoming bye week offers a chance for recovery.
Whitmire, South Carolina – The Whitmire Wolverines football team has dropped two consecutive games, bringing their record to 2-2 after a promising start to the season with two wins. The latest defeat came on Friday, September 12th, when they faced Greenwood Christian Academy, resulting in a 35-16 loss.
In the match, Whitmire struggled significantly with the absence of their starting quarterback, Kaden Malpass, and backup, Ashton Alexander, both sidelined by injuries. This setback proved crucial as the Wolverines attempted to maintain their early-season momentum.
The game began unfavorably for Whitmire when Greenwood Christian returned the opening kickoff for 99 yards, swiftly putting them on the board with a touchdown. The first quarter saw only one touchdown, and the Wolverines faced a 7-0 deficit at halftime.
Greenwood Christian extended their lead in the second quarter with a rushing touchdown from inside the five-yard line, ending halftime at 14-0. The Wolverines’ plight deepened in the second half when a fumble allowed Greenwood Christian to capitalize, scoring again and advancing the score to 21-0.
Despite the mounting pressure, Whitmire found the end zone for the first time in the game with a successful two-point conversion attempt, narrowing the gap to 21-8. However, Greenwood Christian was quick to respond, scoring another touchdown in the late third quarter and extending their lead to 28-8.
In the closing minutes of the game, the Wolverines managed another score, bringing the final tally to 28-16, again with a successful two-point conversion. Greenwood Christian sealed their victory with a long scoring drive that thwarted any potential comeback from Whitmire.
Head coach Andrew Campbell expressed gratitude for his team’s efforts but acknowledged the significant impact of the injuries on their performance. Fortunately for the Wolverines, an upcoming bye week may provide an essential opportunity for players to recover and regroup.
With this victory, Greenwood Christian improved their record to 4-1, demonstrating a solid performance against Whitmire during the match.
Key Game Statistics
- Whitmire Record: 2-2
- Greenwood Christian Record: 4-1
- Opening Kickoff Return for TD: 99 yards by Greenwood Christian
- Final Score: Whitmire 16, Greenwood Christian 35
Upcoming Outlook
The Whitmire Wolverines will strategically utilize their bye week to recuperate from injuries and prepare for their upcoming games, targeting a return to their winning ways.
FAQ
What is Whitmire’s current football record after their loss?
The Wolverines’ record is now 2-2 after dropping two consecutive games.
Who did Whitmire lose to on September 12th?
Whitmire lost to Greenwood Christian Academy with a score of 35-16.
What were the circumstances affecting Whitmire’s performance?
Whitmire struggled due to injuries that sidelined both starting quarterback Kaden Malpass and backup Ashton Alexander.
How did the game start?
The game began with Greenwood Christian returning the opening kickoff 99 yards for a touchdown.
Key Features Chart
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Game Date | September 12th |
| Whitmire Record | 2-2 |
| Greenwood Christian Record | 4-1 |
| Opening Kickoff | 99-yard return for touchdown by Greenwood Christian |
| Final Score | Whitmire 16, Greenwood Christian 35 |
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Additional Resources
- MaxPreps: Greenwood Christian Academy Skates Past Phalen Leadership Academy
- Wikipedia: Greenwood Christian Academy
- Index Journal: Greenwood Christian Outlasts Calhoun Falls
- Google Search: Greenwood Christian Academy Football
- MRT: Greenwood Midland Christian Football Road Tough
- Google Scholar: Greenwood Christian
- MaxPreps: Renaldo Thomas Leads a Balanced Attack
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Greenwood Christian
- MRT: Greenwood Football Wins Big
- Google News: Greenwood Christian Academy Football
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