The James Island (Charleston, SC) varsity football team will host Hilton Head Island (SC) for a non-conference matchup on Friday, August 29, at 7:30 p.m.

Here’s what you need to know:

What: South Carolina High School Football
Who: James Island vs Hilton Head Island
When: Friday, August 29, 2025
Time: 7:30 p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch on NFHS Network

James Island Prepares for Non-Conference Clash with Hilton Head Island

As the 2025 high school football season kicks into full swing, the James Island (SC) varsity football team is set to host Hilton Head Island (SC) in a high-powered non-conference matchup this Friday at James Island Charter High School. Both teams enter the contest undefeated, promising an exciting showdown for fans.

Team Records and Rankings
Hilton Head Island (25-26) comes into the game with a 1-0 record, boasting a commanding 59-12 win over Stall in their season opener. Nationally, the team is ranked 5,026th, while in South Carolina, they sit at 99th in their class. James Island (25-26) also carries a 1-0 record, narrowly defeating Stall 24-8 in their opener. James Island’s national ranking is significantly higher at 1,452, and the team is 26th in state class standings.

Scoring Trends
Hilton Head Island has demonstrated offensive firepower, scoring 24 points in the first quarter, 21 in the second, and finishing with 59 total points. James Island has been steady, putting up 24 points in their opening game, though without the quarter-by-quarter breakdown yet.

Statistical Matchup
Both teams offer distinct strengths on the field:

• Rushing: Hilton Head Island averages 234 yards per game on the ground, nearly double James Island’s 120.

• Passing: James Island’s passing game is slightly more efficient at 208 yards per game compared to Hilton Head Island’s 216.

• Total Yards: Hilton Head Island leads with 450 total yards per game, compared to James Island’s 328.

• Defense: James Island is more active defensively, averaging 38 tackles per game versus Hilton Head Island’s 29.

Key Players to Watch
For Hilton Head Island, running back Thaddeus Czarnecki has been a standout with 104 rushing yards and seven tackles per game, while quarterback Derrick Raniszewski averages 216 passing yards per contest. Wide receiver Jeremiah Walters contributes 136 receiving yards and 12 points per game.

James Island’s offense is led by running back Malachi Washington (88 rushing yards per game) and quarterback Connor Dantzler (208 passing yards, 232 total yards per game). Wide receiver Raphael Puiu adds 106 receiving yards and six points per game, with Bryson Bowers anchoring the defense with six tackles per game.

Outlook
Both teams have shown early-season dominance, though their contrasting styles—Hilton Head Island’s high-flying offense versus James Island’s balanced attack and stout defense—set the stage for an intriguing matchup. Fans can expect a competitive, hard-fought game as James Island looks to maintain its perfect record at home.