Week 3 of the South Carolina high school football season features a marquee Lowcountry showdown as the Summerville Green Wave (Summerville, SC) host the Berkeley Stags (Moncks Corner, SC) on Friday, September 5, 2025, at 7:30 PM. Both teams are off to strong starts, with Berkeley riding a perfect record and Summerville looking to protect home turf in front of their passionate crowd.
Game Details
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Matchup: Berkeley (SC) @ Summerville (SC)
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Date & Time: Friday, September 5, 2025 – 7:30 PM
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Location: Summerville High School, Summerville, SC
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Berkeley Stags
The Stags enter this matchup undefeated at 2-0, backed by a balanced offensive attack and a defense capable of creating pressure. Ranked #1,773 nationally and #36 in South Carolina, Berkeley has averaged 43.5 points per game, with explosive first-half scoring setting the tone. They’ll look to use their strong ground game to control tempo against a tough Summerville squad.
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2025 Record: 2-0
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National Rank: #1,773
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State Rank (SC): #36
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Class Rank: #24
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Key to Win: Lean on the run game and sustain early momentum to keep Summerville from finding rhythm.
Main Squad (Berkeley)
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Lj Washington (#20) – RB – Team rushing leader (103.0 YPG)
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Henry Rivers (#3) – QB – Passing leader (62.0 YPG, 125.0 total yards per game)
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Elijah Mitchell (#4) – WR – Receiving leader (46.0 YPG)
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Gehad Sneed (#6) – LB – Defensive leader (6.5 tackles per game)
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Landon Jackson (#5) – DL – Sack leader (2.0)
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Ryland Curwen (#27) – RB – Points contributor (4.0 per game)
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Marcus Holt – OL – Run-game anchor
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Derrick Simmons – DB – Secondary enforcer
Summerville Green Wave
Summerville stands at 1-1, ranked #368 nationally and #5 in South Carolina, cementing themselves as one of the state’s top contenders. Their high-powered offense averages 528 total yards per game, led by quarterback Max Stafford’s passing ability and a balanced supporting cast. The Green Wave’s defense is equally strong, averaging 81 tackles and 4.0 sacks per game. Playing at home, Summerville will look to slow down Berkeley’s run-heavy offense.
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2025 Record: 1-1
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National Rank: #368
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State Rank (SC): #5
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Class Rank: #4
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Key to Win: Use their explosive passing attack and pressure defense to take control early and protect the lead.
Main Squad (Summerville)
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Max Stafford (#12) – QB – Passing leader (237.0 YPG, 242.0 total yards per game)
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Jayven Williams (#9) – RB – Ground game leader (162.0 YPG)
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Jaiden Kelly-Murray (#4) – WR – Receiving leader (77.0 YPG)
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Eli Pressley (#10) – LB – Defensive anchor (11.0 tackles per game)
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JT Williams (#18) – DL – Defensive line presence (1.0 sack)
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Caleb Brown – OL – Protection leader in the trenches
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Marcus Perry – DB – Coverage specialist
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Trey Daniels – WR/DB – Versatile playmaker
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Overall | Home | Away | PF | PA |
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| Berkeley | #1,773 | #36 | #24 | 2-0 | 1-0 | 1-0 | 87 | 66 |
| Summerville | #368 | #5 | #4 | 1-1 | 1-1 | 0-0 | 56 | 52 |
Abu Sayem is a sports enthusiast and writer who enjoys sharing stories about high school athletics. He is passionate about celebrating the teamwork, dedication, and spirit of young athletes.
