The Lucy Beckham (Mt. Pleasant, SC) varsity football team will host a non-conference matchup against Philip Simmons (Charleston, SC) on Friday, August 29, at 7:30 p.m.

Here’s what you need to know:

What: South Carolina High School Football
Who: Lucy Beckham vs Philip Simmons
When: Friday, August 29, 2025
Time: 7:30 p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch on NFHS Network

Lucy Beckham Prepares for Season Opener Against Philip Simmons

The Lucy Beckham varsity football team (Mt. Pleasant, SC) is set to kick off the 2025 season with a home non-conference matchup against Philip Simmons (Charleston, SC) on Friday, August 29, at 7:30 p.m. Both teams are entering the season with hopes of a strong start, though their early results highlight the challenges ahead.

Early Season Snapshots

Philip Simmons enters the contest with a 0-1 record after a narrow 40-34 loss to Hanahan in their season opener. The Sharks demonstrated a balanced attack, averaging 174 rushing yards and 267 passing yards per game, totaling 441 yards per game overall. The team scored 34 points in their first game, showing offensive potential despite the loss.

Lucy Beckham, on the other hand, is opening the season fresh with no games played yet. As a result, the team has yet to establish offensive or defensive averages, making this matchup a first glimpse of what the Rams can bring to the field in 2025.

Key Players to Watch

For Philip Simmons, a few standout performers have emerged:

• Omonte Taylor (#21): 103 rushing yards per game and 12 points per game.

• Hayes Goddard (#9): 267 passing yards per game and 306 total yards per game.

• Ashton Kellermann (#1): 206 receiving yards per game.

• Nate Elsey (#27): 10 tackles per game, with Alex Tchoryk (#24) recording 2 sacks per game.

Lucy Beckham’s roster is full of potential, though individual stats have yet to be recorded. With the season opener at home, fans will be looking to see which players step up as the team seeks its first win.

Matchup Outlook

Philip Simmons comes into the game with national and state rankings slightly above Lucy Beckham, but both teams are closely matched in local class rankings. The game promises to be competitive, with Philip Simmons looking to rebound from last week’s loss and Lucy Beckham aiming to make a strong first impression.

Kickoff is set for 7:30 p.m. at Lucy Beckham’s home field, and fans can expect a fast-paced game as both teams aim to set the tone for the 2025 season.