The North Myrtle Beach High School varsity football team will host Darlington (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: North Myrtle Beach vs Darlington
When: Friday, August 29, 2025
Time: 7:30 p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch on NFHS Network
North Myrtle Beach and Darlington Enter Friday Showdown Undefeated
The North Myrtle Beach (Little River, SC) varsity football team will host Darlington (SC) this Friday in a non-conference matchup, with both teams carrying undefeated records into the contest. Kickoff is set for 7:30 p.m. at North Myrtle Beach High School.
Undefeated Start
Darlington opened the season with a 22-13 win, while North Myrtle Beach topped their opener 30-8. Both teams have posted a perfect 1-0 overall record, though North Myrtle Beach earned their victory on the road, whereas Darlington secured theirs at home.
Scoring Trends
In their season openers, the scoring patterns hint at different team strengths. Darlington put up 14 points in the second quarter and added 8 more in the third, totaling 22 points. North Myrtle Beach, meanwhile, jumped to a 7-0 lead in the first quarter, exploded for 20 points in the second, and added a third-quarter field goal, finishing at 30 points.
Offensive and Defensive Profiles
North Myrtle Beach has demonstrated balance and efficiency, averaging 30 points per game while holding opponents to just 8 points. Darlington has averaged 22 points per game while allowing 13. In terms of individual performances, Darlington’s standout #11 Jaylen Augustus contributed 55 rushing yards, 237 passing yards, and 292 total yards in the opener. James Spann led the receiving attack with 110 yards, and Christian Charles recorded 13 tackles.
Team Comparisons
While Darlington has accumulated 155 rushing yards, 237 passing yards, and 392 total yards per game, North Myrtle Beach has yet to release detailed yardage stats for the season. Defensively, North Myrtle Beach has shown stout performance, holding their opener’s opponent to just 8 points.
Outlook
Both teams are in strong form early in the season, making this Friday’s matchup a potential high-stakes battle for local bragging rights. With Darlington excelling at home and North Myrtle Beach proving they can win on the road, fans should expect a competitive and closely fought contest.
Kickoff is Friday at 7:30 p.m., with excitement building as these two undefeated South Carolina squads face off for the first time this season.
