River Bluff vs. Nation Ford – Game Preview
The River Bluff Gators (Lexington, SC) will host the Nation Ford Falcons (Fort Mill, SC) in a non-conference varsity football matchup on Friday, September 5, 2025, at 7:30 p.m.

Game Details:

• Matchup: Nation Ford vs River Bluff

• Date: Friday, September 5, 2025

• Time: 7:30 p.m.

• Location: River Bluff High School, Lexington, SC

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

River Bluff Set to Host Nation Ford in Friday Night Showdown

The River Bluff Gators (Lexington, SC) will welcome the Nation Ford Falcons (Fort Mill, SC) this Friday, September 5, for a non-conference matchup under the lights at 7:30 p.m. Both teams enter the contest with identical 1–1 records, making this an early-season test that could set the tone for the rest of their campaigns.

Rankings & Records

Nation Ford enters the game ranked No. 3,665 nationally and 72nd in South Carolina, while River Bluff holds a stronger position at No. 1,357 nationally and 27th in the state. Within their classifications, Nation Ford sits at 38th, and River Bluff at 17th.

Both teams share similar starts to the season:

• Nation Ford: 1–1 overall, 1–1 at home, yet to play on the road.

• River Bluff: 1–1 overall, 1–1 on the road, and still seeking their first home victory of the season.

Scoring Trends

Nation Ford has been the more explosive offensive team so far, averaging 27.5 points per game compared to River Bluff’s 20.5 points per game. The Falcons have shown the ability to score early, averaging 16.5 points in the first half, while the Gators tend to build momentum later, with their strongest production coming in the fourth quarter (7.5 points on average).

Statistical Comparison

• Total Offense: Nation Ford leads significantly with 491.5 yards per game, while River Bluff averages 322.5 yards.

• Passing Game: The Falcons are especially dangerous through the air, averaging 331.5 passing yards per game, nearly double River Bluff’s 168.0 yards.

• Defense: River Bluff, however, has shown more activity on defense, averaging 75.5 tackles per game compared to Nation Ford’s 64.0. The Gators also average 2.5 sacks per game, with linebacker Josiah Robinson leading the charge.

Player Spotlights

• Nation Ford: Quarterback Kason Canupp (#16) has been the engine of the Falcons’ offense, posting 331.5 passing yards per game and adding 108.5 rushing yards, for an impressive 440.0 total yards per game. His favorite target, Jayden Scott (#0), is averaging 179.5 receiving yards per contest, making Nation Ford a dangerous passing team. Defensively, Logan Thames (#12) anchors the unit with 10.5 tackles per game.

• River Bluff: Quarterback Brayden Moore (#17) has been effective, averaging 165.5 passing yards and 170.0 total yards per game. Running back Hayden Myers (#4) powers the ground game with 99.5 rushing yards per game, while wideout Darius Carter (#3) leads the receivers with 76.5 yards per game. On defense, Josiah Robinson (#24) has been a standout with 8.0 tackles and 1.0 sack per game.

Common Opponent Watch

River Bluff and Nation Ford have yet to meet head-to-head, but the Gators do have one result against a common opponent. They fell to Rock Hill 31–18 on August 22, while Nation Ford won’t face Rock Hill until later this season.

What to Expect

This matchup pits Nation Ford’s high-powered passing attack against River Bluff’s more balanced offensive approach and tougher defensive front. If the Falcons’ aerial game continues to thrive, they could create matchup problems for the Gators. On the other hand, River Bluff will look to slow down Canupp and lean on Myers’ ground game and Robinson’s defensive leadership to protect their home turf.