The May River (Bluffton, SC) varsity football team will host West Ashley (Charleston, SC) for a non-conference matchup on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7:30 PM.
Here’s what you need to know:
What: South Carolina High School Football
Who: May River vs West Ashley
When: Friday, August 29, 2025
Time: 7:30 p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch on NFHS Network
May River Looks to Extend Hot Start Against West Ashley
The May River (Bluffton, SC) varsity football team enters its home non-conference matchup against West Ashley (Charleston, SC) with momentum after a dominant 37-8 opening victory. Friday’s contest, scheduled for 7:30 p.m., promises an exciting battle as the teams look to set the tone for the 2025 season.
Season Snapshot
May River currently holds a perfect 1-0 record, outscoring opponents 37-8. In contrast, West Ashley is set to play its first game of the season, entering 0-0 with fresh energy but no on-field results yet. Nationally, May River is ranked 3,461 and sits in Class 20 in South Carolina, while West Ashley ranks 70 in the state and Class 35.
Scoring & Stats
May River’s offense has been firing on all cylinders. The team averaged 37 points in their first game, with 13 points in the first quarter, 17 in the second, and 7 in the fourth. Their rushing attack has been particularly potent, amassing 385 yards per game. Passing and receiving numbers remain modest at 14 yards per game each, but the rushing dominance more than compensates.
Defensively, May River has limited opponents to just 8 points while registering 50 tackles and 6 sacks in their opener. West Ashley’s statistics are yet to be established, but they will need to contain May River’s high-powered ground game to stay competitive.
Key Players
Junior running back Andrew Johnson leads May River in rushing (139 yards per game), receiving (14 yards), and total yards (153 per game). Quarterback Luc Tran has contributed 14 passing yards per game, while linebacker Michael Poole anchors the defense with 13 tackles and 2 sacks. These standout performances will be critical in maintaining the team’s winning form.
Matchup Outlook
May River will look to continue its impressive scoring pace, while West Ashley aims to make a statement in its season opener. With home-field advantage and a balanced team effort, May River enters as the favorite, but West Ashley’s determination as a fresh competitor could make for a compelling showdown.
