Rock Hill, South Carolina, September 21, 2025
News Summary
In a nail-biting Week 5 matchup, York High School emerged victorious over Dreher High School with a final score of 35-28. Tayshon Freeman shined for York, throwing three touchdown passes and contributing two rushing touchdowns. Despite a fierce comeback from Dreher, led by running back Brandon Mack, York held on to secure the win with a critical touchdown and a decisive interception in the closing minutes of the game. The match highlighted the competitive spirit of high school football in South Carolina.
Rock Hill, South Carolina – In an exciting showdown during Week 5 of the South Carolina high school football season, York High School narrowly defeated Dreher High School 35-28 in their region opener on Friday night. The victory not only marked a significant win for York but showcased a thrilling comeback attempt by Dreher.
Tayshon Freeman led the York team with stellar performances, throwing three touchdown passes throughout the game, including the decisive touchdown with just 44 seconds remaining in the third quarter. Freeman also contributed with two rushing touchdowns, helping York establish an early lead.
York started strong, dominating the field with a 28-6 advantage early in the third quarter. However, Dreher made a fierce comeback largely due to running back Brandon Mack, who was instrumental in scoring three touchdowns. Mack rushed for over 200 yards and energized the team with two of his touchdowns during the third quarter.
Dreher managed to tie the game at 28-28 with only 1:38 left in the third quarter, thanks to an interception return by Joseph Pohlman, adding palpable tension to the match. Nonetheless, York’s Freeman immediately responded, connecting on a critical 55-yard touchdown pass to Zee Isom, bringing the score to 35-28. The game took a dramatic turn in the last minutes when Ky Ky Davis from York clinched the victory with an interception at the 4-yard line with 2:28 on the clock.
Other Game Highlights
In addition to the action-packed York vs. Dreher game, other notable scores from across the state on Friday included:
- Baptist Hill 56, Bethune-Bowman 0
- Beaufort 48, Battery Creek 0
- Belton Honea Path 49, Palmetto 0
- Bishop England 40, Porter-Gaud 23
- Blue Ridge 50, Pickens 42
- Byrnes 45, Wade Hampton 3
- Camden 61, Richland Northeast 15
- Greer 56, Berea 0
- Irmo 59, Myrtle Beach 21
- Rock Hill 35, Clover 34
Context on Clover’s Performance
This week, Clover managed a home victory against Rock Hill, improving their home record to 3-1. The Clover defense has consistently limited their opponents to an average of 11.8 points per game at home, indicating a strong defensive performance throughout the season thus far. In their previous match against York, Clover had a dominating victory with a score of 47-0. On the other hand, York’s recent win against Dreher improved their record to 1-3.
Upcoming Matches
Looking ahead, both Clover and York have upcoming games scheduled for 7:30 PM. Clover is set to face off against Rock Hill while York will have another chance to battle Dreher, who is eager to rebound after their close loss.
Summary of Week 5 Results
| Matchup | Score |
|---|---|
| York vs. Dreher | 35-28 |
| Baptist Hill vs. Bethune-Bowman | 56-0 |
| Beaufort vs. Battery Creek | 48-0 |
| Belton Honea Path vs. Palmetto | 49-0 |
| Bishop England vs. Porter-Gaud | 40-23 |
| Blue Ridge vs. Pickens | 50-42 |
| Byrnes vs. Wade Hampton | 45-3 |
| Camden vs. Richland Northeast | 61-15 |
| Greer vs. Berea | 56-0 |
| Irmo vs. Myrtle Beach | 59-21 |
| Rock Hill vs. Clover | 35-34 |
FAQ
What was the final score of the York vs. Dreher game?
York defeated Dreher 35-28 in their region opener.
Who was the standout player for York?
Tayshon Freeman threw three touchdown passes and rushed for two touchdowns for York.
What was the score at the beginning of the third quarter?
York led by a score of 28-6 early in the third quarter.
Which player led Dreher’s comeback?
Running back Brandon Mack scored three touchdowns and had over 200 yards rushing.
When will the upcoming games take place?
Clover will face Rock Hill and York will face Dreher, both scheduled for 7:30 PM.
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Additional Resources
- Herald Online
- Wikipedia: South Carolina High School Football
- The State
- Google Search: South Carolina High School Football
- MaxPreps
- Google Scholar: High School Football
- San Francisco Chronicle
- Encyclopedia Britannica: High School Football
- WLTX
- Google News: High School Football Results
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