Greenville – Exciting Start to South Carolina High School Football Season
This past weekend marked the beginning of the 2024 South Carolina high school football season, with teams across the state kicking off their campaigns. The Upstate area featured several exciting matchups, showcasing local talent and thrilling plays.
Gaffney vs. J.L. Mann
One of the highlight games took place at J.L. Mann, where Gaffney edged past J.L. Mann in a nail-biting overtime finish. The final score was 42-40, with Gaffney’s Andrew Ruppe making key plays that led to the victory. This match-up is a strong indication that both teams could be serious contenders in the upcoming Class AAAAA playoffs.
Other Upstate Highlights
In addition to Gaffney’s thrilling victory, several other teams also made their mark in Week 1. Abbeville triumphed over Powdersville with a score of 53-43, while Berea battled closely, managing to come out on top against a formidable opponent.
The Blue Ridge team showed their strength by defeating Wade Hampton 21-14, while Carolina secured a shutout against Eastside, winning 27-0. Other notable performances include Hilton Head Christian beating Bethesda 34-14 and Hillcrest defeating Clover 55-20.
Upcoming Matchups
Fans are eager to see the upcoming matchups, especially when Westside and T.L. Hanna, currently ranked No. 1 and No. 4 respectively in the Upstate Super 25 rankings, take to the field on September 6. Both teams are off this week as they prepare for what promises to be an exciting rivalry.
Conclusion
With week one wrapped up, it’s clear that South Carolina high school football is off to an exhilarating start. Fans can look forward to more thrilling games as the season unfolds, full of memorable moments and competitive spirit.
