High School Football Week 5 Highlights from Columbia

Football players engaged in a game on the field in Columbia, South Carolina.

Columbia, September 27, 2025

News Summary

The South Carolina High School League saw thrilling gameplay in Week 5, with teams like A.C. Flora and Bamberg-Ehrhardt achieving decisive victories. Notably, A.C. Flora defeated York 27-6, while Bamberg-Ehrhardt dominated Hunter-Kinard-Tyler 62-8. Other standout performances included Clinton’s 60-0 shutout over Union County and Pickens crushing Berea 63-0. Week 5 showcased impressive athleticism across the state’s high school football fields, reflecting the growing talent and competitiveness among teams.

Columbia

Week 5 of the South Carolina High School League (SCHSL) football season took place on September 26, 2025, delivering an exciting array of games across the state. A.C. Flora achieved a decisive victory against York, winning 27-6, while Bamberg-Ehrhardt triumphed over Hunter-Kinard-Tyler with an impressive score of 62-8.

Belton Honea Path showcased their strength by shutting out Chapman 45-0, and Berkeley dominated St. James with a commanding 54-0 score. Other notable performances included Blue Ridge, which defeated Landrum 42-28, and Blythewood, which blanked Spring Valley 46-0. Camden also secured a solid win over Dreher, with a score of 43-0, while Carolina Forest triumphed against Southside Christian 54-13.

Carvers Bay put on an extraordinary show against Green Sea Floyds, scoring 61 points and winning 61-15. Chester beat Keenan 35-6, while Clinton secured a commanding 60-0 victory over Union County. Clover managed a narrow win against Fort Mill, finishing 27-26. Crescent bested Liberty with a score of 34-27, and Crestwood defeated Lower Richland 27-14. Cross overcame Branchville with a score of 36-6, and Daniel edged out Seneca 27-16.

Darlington displayed a strong performance, winning against Lakewood 43-0. Dorman came out on top against Byrnes, finishing 33-21, while Easley beat Woodmont 30-22. East Clarendon won against Manning 26-12, and Gaffney edged out Spartanburg 28-21. Gilbert secured a win over Aiken with a score of 30-13, while Gray Collegiate triumphed against North Augusta 41-27. Greenwood narrowly beat Hillcrest 24-20, and Greer defeated Travelers Rest 30-7.

Hanahan won against Andrews 36-22, while Hartsville edged out Wilson 27-21. Heathwood Hall Episcopal had a close call against Porter-Gaud, winning 22-21. Kingstree squeaked by Lake City, securing a 22-18 victory, and Lancaster defeated Richland Northeast 21-14 in an overtime clash.

Midland Valley won against Brookland-Cayce 34-7, and Myrtle Beach triumphed over Cane Bay 28-21. Newberry defeated Saluda with a solid performance, finishing 35-7, while North Central shut out Buford, winning 42-0. Northwestern dominated Catawba Ridge 56-20 and Northwood beat Hammond 23-10. Oceanside Collegiate won against Atlantic Collegiate, finishing strong at 47-0.

Pageland Central secured a win against Cheraw 34-27, while Pickens crushed Berea 63-0. Ridge View beat Westwood 46-8, and Riverside triumphed over Wade Hampton 41-15. Summerville showcased a commanding performance, shutting out Goose Creek 48-0, and Sumter won against Lugoff-Elgin with a score of 57-42. Swansea also had a good showing, winning over Columbia 36-6.

In other games, The King’s Academy defeated Palmetto Christian 14-0, and Trinity Collegiate won against Northside Christian 27-0. Waccamaw finished strong against Stall, winning 42-12, while Ware Shoals won against Greenville Homeschool, finishing the game at 24-0. Finally, Wren secured a victory over Woodruff, winning 35-7.

Key Highlights

  • A.C. Flora: Defeated York 27-6.
  • Bamberg-Ehrhardt: Defeated Hunter-Kinard-Tyler 62-8.
  • Belton Honea Path: Shut out Chapman 45-0.
  • Berkeley: Dominated St. James 54-0.
  • Carolina Forest: Triumphed over Southside Christian 54-13.
  • Northwestern: Dominated Catawba Ridge 56-20.
  • Clinton: Secured a 60-0 win over Union County.
  • Pickens: Crushed Berea 63-0.

Background Context

The South Carolina High School League (SCHSL) oversees high school sports across the state, including football, which is a major sporting event in high schools during the fall season. Each week, teams across various classifications compete, showcasing the talent and spirit of student-athletes in South Carolina. The 2025 season has already seen thrilling matches and standout performances from various schools, creating an exciting landscape for high school football.

FAQ Section

What were the scores of notable games in Week 5 of the SCHSL football season on September 26, 2025?

A.C. Flora defeated York 27-6, Bamberg-Ehrhardt won against Hunter-Kinard-Tyler 62-8, Belton Honea Path shut out Chapman 45-0, Berkeley dominated St. James 54-0, and Carolina Forest triumphed over Southside Christian 54-13.

Which teams had standout victories?

Carvers Bay scored 61 points against Green Sea Floyds, winning 61-15, Clinton secured a commanding 60-0 win over Union County, and Pickens crushed Berea 63-0.

How did the teams perform overall in Week 5?

Numerous teams displayed strong performances, with many achieving shutouts and significant wins, creating an engaging week of high school football across the state.

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