The Laurence Manning Academy varsity football team hosts Northwood Academy

The Laurence Manning Academy (Manning, SC) varsity football team will take on Northwood Academy (Charleston, SC) in a home conference matchup on Friday, September 5, 2025, at 7:00 PM.

Game Details:

• Matchup: Northwood Academy vs Laurence Manning Academy

• Date & Time: Friday, September 5, 2025 | 7:00 PM

• Location: Laurence Manning Academy, Manning, SC

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

Laurence Manning Academy Prepares for Tough Test Against Undefeated Northwood Academy

This Friday, September 5, Laurence Manning Academy (LMA) will host Northwood Academy in what promises to be a compelling conference matchup. Both teams enter the contest with momentum, though from very different trajectories.

Team Records and Rankings
Northwood Academy (Charleston, SC) comes into the game undefeated at 2-0, with a commanding 1.000 winning percentage. Nationally, the team ranks 7,121, placing 134th in South Carolina’s Class 4. Their offense has been explosive, scoring 96 points while allowing just 30 across two games.

Laurence Manning Academy (Manning, SC), meanwhile, holds a 1-1 record overall and 0-1 in the region, with a .500 winning percentage. The team has scored 44 points and allowed 14, showing promise but also areas for growth. Nationally, LMA is ranked 7,279 and sits 141st in South Carolina’s Class 5.

Scoring Trends and Averages
Northwood Academy has shown consistency across all four quarters, averaging 48 points per game with particularly strong second and third quarters. Laurence Manning Academy has struggled to put points on the board in the first and third quarters, but showed life in the second quarter, averaging 7 points.

Statistical Comparisons
Northwood Academy dominates offensively with 467.5 total yards per game, including 199 rushing yards and 268.5 passing yards. Their defense has also been active, recording 43.5 tackles per game and 0.5 sacks. LMA’s statistics for these categories are currently unavailable, suggesting the Bulldogs may rely on teamwork and strategic execution to compete.

Key performers for Northwood Academy include Jordin Carter with 103 rushing yards per game, Kevin Johnson passing for 268.5 yards per game, and Aydan Hogan contributing 106 receiving yards per game. On defense, Antwaun Henderson leads with 6 tackles per game, while Cody McCleary adds 0.5 sacks.

Common Opponents
Both teams have not yet faced the same opponents under the current season, though each has upcoming games against schools like Ben Lippen, Hammond, Cardinal Newman, and Porter-Gaud, which could offer early insight into relative team strengths.

Outlook
Northwood Academy’s undefeated record and potent offense present a formidable challenge for LMA. However, playing at home gives the Bulldogs a potential advantage, as they look to build on their 1-0 home record. The game will be a test of LMA’s resilience, strategy, and ability to contain Northwood’s dynamic playmakers.