The Lucy Beckham varsity football team from Mt. Pleasant, SC, hosts a non-conference matchup against St. James of Murrells Inlet, SC, tonight at 7:30 p.m.

Game Details:

• Matchup: St. James vs Lucy Beckham

• Date & Time: Friday, September 5, 2025, at 7:30 p.m.

• Location: Lucy Beckham High School, Mt. Pleasant, SC

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

Lucy Beckham Looks to Extend Early Season Success Against St. James

As the 2025 high school football season gains momentum, Lucy Beckham High School (Mt. Pleasant, SC) prepares to host St. James (Murrells Inlet, SC) in a highly anticipated non-conference matchup. The game sets the stage for a clash between Beckham’s strong start and St. James’ efforts to find their footing early in the season.

Team Records and Rankings
Lucy Beckham enters the matchup with a perfect 1-0 record, having opened the season with a convincing 35-15 victory. The Bruins are ranked 3,585th nationally, 70th in South Carolina, and 37th in their class, demonstrating their competitiveness across multiple levels.

St. James, on the other hand, is searching for its first win of the season after a narrow 38-37 defeat in their opener. The Trojans are ranked 7,873rd nationally, 149th in South Carolina, and 51st in their class.

Offensive Firepower
Lucy Beckham has displayed a balanced offensive attack so far this season. The Bruins average 35 points per game, with strong performances in the first and second quarters (14 points each) and a late surge in the fourth quarter. The team has amassed 289 rushing yards and 92 passing yards per game, totaling 381 yards of offense. Standout performers include #24 Jack Lamonica (142 rushing yards per game), #3 Finn Gunter (92 passing yards per game), and #8 Nick Buggie (54 receiving yards per game).

St. James also has a potent rushing attack but has struggled to convert yardage into wins, allowing 38 points while scoring 37 in their opener. Their key players are poised to challenge Beckham’s defense in what promises to be a tightly contested game.

Key Matchup
The battle in the trenches could be decisive. Lucy Beckham’s ground game, led by Lamonica, will test St. James’ run defense, while Finn Gunter’s passing and Nick Buggie’s receiving could exploit gaps in the Trojans’ secondary. Conversely, St. James’ high-powered rushing attack will challenge Beckham’s front seven, making ball control and turnovers critical factors in the outcome.

Looking Ahead
Both teams will look to carry momentum into upcoming contests. St. James has games against Wando and Berkeley on their schedule, while Lucy Beckham will face Wando on October 30 and Berkeley on October 24. These matchups may shape playoff positioning and offer early insights into how each team stacks up in their respective conferences.

With Lucy Beckham riding high after a strong start and St. James eager to even their record, fans can expect a hard-fought game full of energy, strategy, and big plays.