The 2025 high school football season continues in Charlotte with a cross-town non-conference matchup as Ballantyne Ridge hosts South Mecklenburg on Friday, September 5, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Both teams enter this contest with something to prove—South Meck looking to stay above .500 while Ballantyne Ridge seeks its first win of the year.
Game Details
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Matchup: South Mecklenburg (NC) vs. Ballantyne Ridge (NC)
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Date & Time: 9/5/2025 – 7:00 PM
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Location: Ballantyne Ridge High School, Charlotte, NC
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South Mecklenburg Sabres (NC)
The Sabres enter at 1-1, having split their opening two games. Their offense runs through Carter Gillis, who leads both in rushing (72 YPG) and passing (156 YPG), tallying an impressive 228 total yards per game. Receiver Khamarion Wade provides a key downfield target. Defensively, South Meck has struggled at times, allowing 50 points across two games, but they’ll look to steady against Ballantyne Ridge’s developing offense.
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2025 Record: 1-1
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National Rank: 4,755
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State Rank (NC): 128
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Key to Win: Keep Gillis comfortable in the pocket and lean on his dual-threat skills while tightening up defensive coverage.
Main Squad:
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Carter Gillis – QB/RB
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Khamarion Wade – WR
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Chris Taylor – DL
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Ryan White – DB
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Isaac Green – LB
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Jack Miller – OL
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Ben Clark – OL
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Tyler Davis – WR
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Nathaniel Reed – CB
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Eliot Johnson – WR
Ballantyne Ridge Wolves (NC)
The Wolves have started the season at 0-2, scoring just 18 points while conceding 90. Quarterback Ryder Polston has shown promise, averaging 161 passing yards per game, and receiver Ty’barious Young has been a bright spot with 86 receiving yards per game. However, the rushing attack has been limited, and the defense has struggled to keep opponents off the scoreboard. Playing at home, Ballantyne Ridge will try to turn the corner and secure their first victory.
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2025 Record: 0-2
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National Rank: 10,494
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State Rank (NC): 330
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Key to Win: Establish a balanced offense behind Polston and Young while shoring up defensive stops to stay in the game.
Main Squad:
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Ryder Polston – QB
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Ty’barious Young – WR
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Caleb Owens – RB
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Chris Evans – OL
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Jordan Miller – CB
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David Scott – DL
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Ryan Foster – WR
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Jack Allen – OL
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Isaiah Green – DB
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Brady Wilson – LB
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Overall Record |
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| South Mecklenburg | 4,755 (NC) | 128 | 1-1 |
| Ballantyne Ridge | 10,494 (NC) | 330 | 0-2 |
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.
