News Summary
The South Carolina High School League basketball playoffs have officially kicked off, creating a buzz in Florence. As teams from different regions compete for championship titles, the excitement builds with matchups scheduled throughout February and early March. From commanding victories to nail-biting matches, the playoffs are set to offer thrilling basketball action leading up to the state semifinals and championship games. Fans are encouraged to rally behind their local teams as they strive for glory in this highly anticipated postseason.
South Carolina High School League Basketball Playoffs Kick Off in Style
Florence is buzzing with excitement as the South Carolina High School League basketball postseason officially begins! It’s that time of year again when high school athletes hit the hardwood with the hopes of glory and championship rings. The first three rounds of playoffs will take place at various campus sites before converging in Florence for the state semifinals from February 27 to March 5 and the championship games from March 6 to March 8.
Playoff Progress and Bye Updates
As the playoff action heats up, teams are giving it their all in the quest for victory. The playoffs promise to be intense, with matchups that keep everyone on the edge of their seats! The brackets are set to be finalized this Saturday, so stay tuned for the most up-to-date information.
Upper State teams kicking off the playoffs with some much-coveted byes include:
- Dorman
- Dutch Fork
- Blythewood
- River Bluff
Upper State Results and Upcoming Matches
This past Monday already saw some thrilling action in the Upper State. No. 5 Mauldin showcased their skills with a commanding 71-44 victory over No. 12 Lexington, while No. 6 Byrnes triumphed against No. 11 Rock Hill with an impressive 86-59 score. Not to be outdone, No. 7 Clover clashed and conquered No. 10 Spartanburg 84-59, and No. 8 JL Mann edged out No. 9 Boiling Springs 68-60.
Looking ahead to Wednesday, get ready for even more action! These upcoming Upper State matches are bound to be exhilarating:
- No. 8 JL Mann at No. 1 Dorman
- No. 5 Mauldin at No. 4 River Bluff
- No. 6 Byrnes at No. 3 Blythewood
- No. 7 Clover at No. 2 Dutch Fork
Lower State Excitement
Meanwhile, the Lower State is no less thrilling, with teams like Ridge View, James Island, Cane Bay, and Ashley Ridge securing byes. Monday also offered some nail-biting matches with No. 5 Summerville claiming a solid 64-48 victory against No. 12 Wando. No. 6 Sumter defeated No. 11 Spring Valley 59-46, while No. 7 West Ashley overwhelmed No. 10 Stratford 67-36. Rounding out the day, No. 8 Carolina Forest triumphed over No. 9 Fort Dorchester 64-47.
If you’re eager for more Lower State play, mark your calendars for this Wednesday’s matchups:
- No. 8 Carolina Forest at No. 1 Ridge View
- No. 5 Summerville at No. 4 Ashley Ridge
- No. 6 Sumter at No. 3 Cane Bay
- No. 7 West Ashley at No. 2 James Island
More Bye Teams and Friday’s Schedule
The excitement doesn’t stop there! Additional Upper State teams scoring byes include Greenville, Fort Mill, Indian Land, and Riverside. Get ready for these matchups on Friday:
- No. 9 Greenwood/No. 8 Hillcrest at No. 1 Greenville
- No. 12 Catawba Ridge/No. 5 TL Hanna at No. 4 Riverside
- No. 11 Easley/No. 6 Northwestern at No. 3 Indian Land
- No. 10 Nation Ford/No. 7 Woodmont at No. 2 Fort Mill
In the Lower State, teams like Conway, Goose Creek, St. James, and Berkeley are expected to shake things up as well. Friday will feature these gripping matches:
- No. 9 North Myrtle Beach/No. 8 Westwood at No. 1 Conway
- No. 12 Socastee/No. 5 Irmo at No. 4 Berkeley
- No. 11 White Knoll/No. 6 Myrtle Beach at No. 3 St. James
- No. 10 Lucy Beckham/No. 7 Lugoff-Elgin at No. 2 Goose Creek
Get Ready for Championship Excitement!
With so many teams vying for glory and the stakes higher than ever, this postseason is shaping up to be one for the books! As the playoffs unfold, basketball fans across South Carolina can expect thrilling games leading up to the championship festivities in Florence this March. So, grab your jerseys and rally behind your teams as they battle it out on the court!
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Additional Resources
- On3: South Carolina Basketball Recruiting
- Wikipedia: South Carolina Gamecocks Basketball
- USA Today: UConn vs. South Carolina Women’s Basketball
- Google Search: South Carolina Women’s Basketball
- The State: USC Women’s Basketball
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Basketball
- Garnet and Cocky: Gamecocks WBB Standings
- Google News: South Carolina High School Basketball Playoffs
- Greenville Online: South Carolina Women’s Basketball vs. UConn
