Dillon Christian vs. Carolina Academy (South Carolina) High School Football Game Preview, Main Roster and Record September 5, 2025

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The 2025 high school football season continues with a home non-conference matchup as Carolina Academy (Lake City, SC) faces Dillon Christian (Dillon, SC) on Friday, September 5, 2025, at 7:30 PM. The game will take place at Carolina Academy, where both teams will be looking to improve their records early in the season.

Game Details

  • Matchup: Dillon Christian (SC) @ Carolina Academy (SC)

  • Date & Time: 9/5/2025 – 7:30 PM

  • Location: Carolina Academy, Lake City, SC

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Dillon Christian Warriors
Dillon Christian enters this game with an 0-2 record. Despite the tough start, the Warriors have shown promise in their offense, particularly in passing with Jordan Blackmon. Dillon Christian will look to capitalize on their passing game and improve their defense to get their first win of the season.

  • 2025 Record: 0-2

  • National Rank: #12,818

  • State Rank (SC): #234

  • Key to Win: Improve defensive consistency and continue to develop the passing game to outscore Carolina Academy.

Main Squad:

  • Jordan Blackmon – QB

  • R Bracey – WR

  • Wyatt Locklear – LB

  • Ethan Moody – DL

  • Mason Ellis – WR

  • Tyler Knight – OL

  • Zachary Brown – RB

  • Jacob Smith – DB

  • Kyle Taylor – OL

  • Caleb Johnson – DB

Carolina Academy Bobcats
Carolina Academy comes into the game with a 1-1 record. The Bobcats have shown balanced offensive and defensive play, averaging 24.0 points per game. After splitting their first two games, they will look to continue their momentum and get back into the win column in front of their home crowd.

  • 2025 Record: 1-1

  • National Rank: #11,426

  • State Rank (SC): #214

  • Key to Win: Continue to execute well on offense, particularly focusing on controlling the ball and finishing drives while improving defensive coverage.

Main Squad:

  • Tyler Johnson – QB

  • Wyatt Locklear – RB

  • Ethan Moody – WR

  • Jason Wright – DB

  • Andrew Harris – OL

  • Jacob Ford – WR

  • David Green – LB

  • Mark Simpson – DL

  • Brandon Thomas – DB

  • Noah Matthews – OL

Rankings & Records

Team National Rank State Rank (SC) Overall Record
Dillon Christian #12,818 #234 0-2
Carolina Academy #11,426 #214 1-1
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