Categories: School News

Gaffney Thrills with Close Overtime Win in Week 1 of South Carolina High School Football

Gaffney Thrills with Close Overtime Win in Week 1 of South Carolina High School Football

This past weekend in Gaffney, fans were treated to an exciting opening of the South Carolina high school football season. Gaffney’s football team faced off against J.L. Mann in a nail-biting game that ended in a thrilling overtime victory for Gaffney, with a final score of 42-40.

As Week 1 unfolded, all teams across the state were ready to kick off their campaigns, with several Upstate teams also stepping onto the field. In addition to Gaffney’s matchup, other teams such as Berea, Blue Ridge, Carolina, Travelers Rest, Wade Hampton, and Woodmont began their seasons, eager to claim victory.

Two top teams in the Upstate, Westside and T.L. Hanna, known as No. 1 and No. 4 respectively in the Super 25 rankings, will skip this week’s games to prepare for their much-anticipated rivalry showdown on September 6.

Highlights from Other Matches

In addition to Gaffney’s electrifying game, many other teams also made headlines with impressive performances. The standout matchups from across the region included:

  • Abbeville defeated Powdersville 53-43 in a high-scoring battle.
  • Hillcrest showcased their power with a solid 55-20 victory over Clover.
  • Greenville faced off against Riverside. Riverside took the win with a score of 49-26.
  • Liberty triumphed over Southside with a strong 34-14 victory.
  • Northwestern came away with a solid win against Ridge View, scoring 45-27.

The scoreboards lit up with various teams displaying their talents, and with numerous exciting finishes, Week 1 of the South Carolina high school football season is packed with thrilling stories, showcasing the grit and determination of young athletes across the Upstate.

As the season progresses, fans are sure to keep an eye on these matchups as teams strive for success and prepare for what lies ahead in the Class AAAAA playoffs.


Author: HERE Greenville

HERE Greenville

Share
Published by
HERE Greenville

Recent Posts

Greenville-Anderson Real Estate Market Recognized as Top Hot Spot for 2025

News Summary The Greenville-Anderson real estate market has garnered national attention, being named one of…

3 hours ago

Weekend Thrills Await in Upstate South Carolina

News Summary Upstate South Carolina is set for an action-packed weekend filled with concerts, sports,…

3 hours ago

Art Exhibit ‘Nature Deconstructed’ Opens in Greenville

News Summary Spoonbill Gallery in Greenville is set to unveil a new exhibit titled 'Nature…

3 hours ago

Supreme Court to Hear Case on South Carolina’s Medicaid Funding Cuts to Planned Parenthood

Supreme Court to Review South Carolina's Medicaid Funding for Planned Parenthood Washington – The Supreme…

15 hours ago

Appalachian State Aims to Overcome Road Struggles Against Dominant Charleston Cougars

Charleston, South Carolina – A Clash of College Basketball Teams In a thrilling college basketball…

17 hours ago