The Wade Hampton High School (Greenville, SC) varsity football team will host Blue Ridge High School (Greer, SC) in 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: Wade Hampton vs Blue Ridge
When: Friday, August 29, 2025
Time: 7:30 p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch on NFHS Network

Wade Hampton Hosts Blue Ridge in Early Season Showdown

Greenville, SC – The Wade Hampton varsity football team (0-1) looks to bounce back from a close opening-week loss as they host Blue Ridge (0-0) in a non-conference matchup this Friday. Kickoff is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. at Wade Hampton High School.

Team Overview
Wade Hampton enters the game with a narrow 13-10 loss to Travelers Rest in their season opener, giving them a .000 winning percentage on the young season. The team has scored a total of 10 points so far, with scoring distributed across the first and fourth quarters. Defensively, the Generals have allowed 13 points.

Blue Ridge, on the other hand, is coming into the matchup with a fresh slate, having yet to play a game this season. Their program is ranked 8,220 nationally, 159th in South Carolina, and 37th in their class according to recent metrics. With no games played, their scoring and defensive averages remain untested.

Comparing the Teams
Both teams have seen limited action so far, but Wade Hampton’s experience in a close opening-week contest may give them a slight edge in terms of game readiness. While Blue Ridge’s early season performance remains a question mark, they’ll be eager to make a strong first impression on the road.

Season Outlook
Wade Hampton’s early-season goal will be to even their record and regain momentum at home, while Blue Ridge hopes to start their season with a win to build confidence heading into tougher matchups. Fans can expect a competitive game as both teams aim to make an early statement in the 2025 season.

Looking Ahead
After this matchup, Wade Hampton will continue their schedule with games including Eastside (10/24) and other non-league contests, while Blue Ridge will travel to face Eastside (9/12) and then host Travelers Rest (10/17).

Kickoff for the game is set for Friday at 7:30 p.m. at Wade Hampton High School. Fans are encouraged to come out and support their teams as the 2025 season begins in earnest.