A sudden thunderstorm rolled over Moncks Corner on Saturday, forcing the organizers of the Lowcountry high school football jamboree to halt play as lightning illuminated the sky. The delay rippled through the schedule, pushing back several matchups and leaving teams scrambling to adjust their preparations.
Amid the damp conditions, Pinewood Prep emerged victorious, routing First Baptist Pinewood Prep 62‑27. Sophomore Silas Brawner caught two touchdowns, while first‑year head coach Brooks Burnette, a former player at the school, directed the offense in his debut season.
Colleton Prep also capitalized on the weather‑shortened slate, defeating Hilton Head Prep 50‑6. Quarterback Cale Owens directed the offense with precision, and defensive standout Dallas Pooser added a sack that underscored the team’s balanced attack.
Championship Hopes Take Shape
Cross School finally broke a winless streak, downing St. John’s Christian 46‑8. The performance gave the squad its first triumph of the campaign, sparking optimism among players and fans alike.
In North Carolina, Northwood Academy rolled past West Stanly 35‑7. Key moments came from running back Kevin Johnson and linebacker Michael Polite, whose plays helped the team assert dominance early in the game.
Pinewood Prep’s win adds another chapter to its pursuit of a fourth consecutive state championship, a goal that has become a benchmark for the program. Meanwhile, Colleton Prep looks to build on its run to the title game last season, when it fell just short against Hilton Head Prep.