Game Preview
The Easley (SC) varsity football team will host Wade Hampton (Greenville, SC) in a non-conference matchup tonight at 7:30 p.m.

Matchup Details

• Teams: Wade Hampton vs. Easley

• Date: Friday, September 5, 2025

• Time: 7:30 p.m.

• Location: Easley High School

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

Easley vs. Wade Hampton: Matchup Preview and Breakdown

The Easley Green Wave (1-1) return to action Friday night as they host the Wade Hampton Generals (0-2) in a non-conference showdown. Easley enters with momentum after earning a home victory earlier this season, while Wade Hampton looks to bounce back and capture their first win of the year.

Rankings & Records

• Easley (1-1)

  • National: 4,423 | South Carolina: 83 | Class: 42

  • Scoring: 77 PF, 84 PA

  • Home Record: 1-0 | Away Record: 0-1

• Wade Hampton (0-2)

  • National: 9,541 | South Carolina: 179 | Class: 52

  • Scoring: 32 PF, 42 PA

  • Home Record: 0-2 | Away Record: 0-0

Team Scoring Trends

Easley has showcased offensive consistency across all four quarters, averaging 38.5 points per game and posting double-digit production in the second half. Wade Hampton, meanwhile, has struggled to get going early, averaging just 2.0 first-quarter points, but has shown late-game fight with 8.0 points in the fourth quarter.

• Wade Hampton: 16.0 points per game

• Easley: 38.5 points per game

Statistical Comparison

Easley enters the matchup with a clear statistical edge. The Green Wave are averaging 458.5 total yards per game, fueled by a dynamic passing attack led by junior quarterback #5 Josiah Coleman, who is averaging 313 passing yards per game. Wide receiver #18 Matthew Hillstock has been his top target, hauling in 115 receiving yards per game.

Defensively, Easley is anchored by linebacker #10 Cason Brewington, who leads the team with 9.5 tackles per game, while defensive lineman #44 Jake McAlister contributes in the pass rush with 0.5 sacks per game.

Wade Hampton, on the other hand, is still searching for offensive rhythm, leaning on Brewington in the run game (58 rushing yards per game) while looking for more consistency across the board.

Key Players to Watch

• Easley:

  • QB #5 Josiah Coleman – 313 passing YPG, 12 PPG

  • WR #18 Matthew Hillstock – 115 receiving YPG

  • LB #10 Cason Brewington – 9.5 tackles per game

• Wade Hampton:

  • RB #10 Cason Brewington – 58 rushing YPG

Outlook

On paper, Easley brings more firepower on both sides of the ball, with Coleman leading one of the state’s more productive passing offenses. Wade Hampton will need to control the clock and limit turnovers if they hope to keep pace with the Green Wave.

Easley is 1-0 at home this season and will look to defend their field once again, while Wade Hampton is eager to flip the script and secure their first victory of 2025.