The Dixie High School varsity football team (Due West, SC) will host a non-conference matchup against Southside High School (Greenville, SC) tonight at 7:30 PM.

Game Details:

• Matchup: Southside vs Dixie

• Date & Time: Friday, September 5, 2025 | 7:30 PM

• Location: Dixie High School

• Live stream: Watch on NFHS Network
• Live stream: Watch on NFHS Network

Dixie Prepares to Host Southside in Key Non-Conference Matchup

The Dixie High School varsity football team (1-1) is set to take the field at home against Southside High School (0-2) in a non-conference clash that promises to test both squads’ early-season form.

Team Overview & Rankings
Dixie comes into the matchup ranked slightly higher nationally and within South Carolina. Nationally, Dixie is ranked 10,088, compared to Southside’s 11,038, while in-state rankings place Dixie at 185 and Southside at 206. At the class level, Dixie sits at 16 versus Southside’s 41.

Dixie holds a .500 win percentage with 43 points scored and 48 allowed in two games so far this season. Southside, on the other hand, has struggled to find momentum, posting a 0-2 record and allowing 112 points while scoring just 18.

Scoring Averages
Through two games, Dixie has averaged 21.5 points per contest, significantly higher than Southside’s 9.0 points. Quarter-by-quarter scoring data for Southside shows modest production in the first and third quarters (6 points each), with no scoring in the second and fourth.

Team Statistics
Dixie has dominated in offensive yardage, averaging 231 rushing yards per game and 34.5 passing yards, for a total of 265.5 yards per contest. Defensively, Dixie allows fewer points and tackles per game compared to Southside, which averages 44.5 tackles and 3 points per game.

Key Players
Dixie’s offense features standout performances from Brandon Nance (#3 in rushing with 95 yards per game), Dallas Dotson (#2 in passing with 31 yards per game), and Staylon Johnson (#1 in receiving with 32 yards per game). Their contributions place Dixie above national averages in total yards and points per game.

Record Insights
Both teams have identical non-league experience so far, with Dixie at 1-1 and Southside at 0-2. Dixie has shown better resilience in away games, while Southside has yet to secure a victory either at home or on the road.

Looking Ahead
Dixie will look to leverage its statistical advantage and key playmakers to improve its record to 2-1, while Southside seeks its first win of the season. With offense and defense both favoring Dixie, the home team enters the contest as the likely favorite, but early-season surprises can never be counted out in high school football.

Kickoff is set for [insert date/time] at Dixie High School. Fans can expect a hard-fought battle as both teams aim to gain early-season momentum.