The Loris Lions (2-0, SC) travel across the border to face the South Columbus Stallions (2-0, NC) in a battle of unbeaten teams on Friday, September 5, 2025, at 7:00 PM in Tabor City, NC. With both squads averaging over 40 points per game, this non-conference showdown sets up as one of the week’s most exciting high school football clashes.
Game Details
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Matchup: Loris (Loris, SC) @ South Columbus (Tabor City, NC)
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Date & Time: Friday, September 5, 2025 – 7:00 PM
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Location: South Columbus High School, Tabor City, NC
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Loris Lions (2-0)
The Lions have looked dominant on both sides of the ball to start the season, outscoring opponents 84–14 through two road games. Their offense is balanced, with QB Zamire Gerald pushing the ball through the air and RB Makel Stephens providing stability on the ground. WR Jacobien Lewis has been Gerald’s top target, while defensively, LB Jay Dalton Todd and DE Landon Conner have led a unit allowing just 7 points per game.
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National Rank: #3,944
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SC Rank: #77
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Class Rank: #10
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Points For/Against: 84 PF, 14 PA
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Key to Win: Keep the offense balanced and maintain their defensive pressure in the trenches.
Main Squad:
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#3 Makel Stephens – RB (94.5 rushing YPG)
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#7 Zamire Gerald – QB (138.5 passing YPG, 143.5 total YPG)
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#1 Jacobien Lewis – WR (75.5 receiving YPG)
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#12 Jay Dalton Todd – LB (8.0 tackles PG)
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#50 Landon Conner – DL (2.0 sacks PG)
South Columbus Stallions (2-0)
South Columbus has been equally impressive, racking up 83 points in two wins while allowing 41. Their offense spreads production around, relying on strong line play and physical running. The defense, however, has been the difference-maker — averaging 3.0 sacks per game behind William Dove and a front that consistently disrupts opposing quarterbacks. LB Rylan Norris has been a tackling machine with 12 tackles per game, making him the defensive anchor.
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National Rank: #10,333
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NC Rank: #322
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Class Rank: #39
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Points For/Against: 83 PF, 41 PA
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Key to Win: Match Loris’ offensive firepower and use defensive pressure to create turnovers.
Main Squad:
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#6 Rylan Norris – LB (12.0 tackles PG)
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#24 William Dove – DL (1.0 sack PG)
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#8 Chris Jones – QB (steady passer, team leader)
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#2 Jordan Graham – RB (key rushing weapon)
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#11 Tyree Caldwell – WR (deep threat)
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Record | PF | PA |
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| Loris (SC) | #3,944 | #77 | #10 | 2-0 | 84 | 14 |
| South Columbus (NC) | #10,333 | #322 | #39 | 2-0 | 83 | 41 |
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.
