News Summary
As the lacrosse playoffs approach, excitement is building among fans and athletes in South Carolina. The S.C. High School League has finalized the playoff brackets for the Class 5A and Class 4A divisions, with matches starting on April 22. State championships will take place on May 2-3 at Irmo High School, promising thrilling displays of local talent. Key matchups are set to unfold, including face-offs between top teams, all leading to intense competitions culminating in Upper and Lower State championships. Get ready for unforgettable moments in high school lacrosse!
Excitement Builds in South Carolina as Lacrosse Playoffs Approach
As lovers of high school sports gather in South Carolina, the buzz around the upcoming lacrosse playoffs is palpable! Fans, athletes, and families alike are preparing for an exciting tournament that kicks off next week. The S.C. High School League has finalized the playoff brackets for the Class 5A Division I and Class 4A boys and girls teams, and everyone is eager to see which squads will rise to the occasion.
When and Where
Mark your calendars! The state championships are set for May 2-3 at Irmo High School, and it promises to be a thrilling display of local talent. The Class 4A championship will take place on May 2, with the Class 5A Division I and II championships following on May 3. Lacrosse fans are in for a treat with intense matches on the schedule.
Upper State Showdowns
Let’s dive into the matchups that will shape the Upper State section of the playoffs!
April 22: It all begins with a face-off between No. 5 JL Mann and No. 4 Dorman, while No. 6 Spartanburg is set to challenge No. 3 Boiling Springs. With these matchups, expectations are high, and anything can happen.
April 25: The winners of these initial matches will then be pushed into the next challenge, where the victor of Mann/Dorman will clash with the formidable No. 1 Clover, and the Spartanburg/Boiling Springs winner will take on No. 2 Mauldin. Exciting times ahead! Finally, mark your calendars for the Upper State Championship on April 28.
Lower State Matches Heat Up
The action doesn’t stop there! Down in the Lower State, make sure you catch these key games!
April 22: The competition kicks off with No. 5 Carolina Forest taking on No. 4 Lexington, while No. 6 Dutch Fork gets ready to battle against No. 3 River Bluff.
April 25: The winners from these games are not backing down! The Carolina Forest/Lexington winner will face off against the top seed, No. 1 Wando, while the Dutch Fork/River Bluff victor will take on No. 2 James Island. This is where the stakes get higher, culminating in the Lower State Championship on April 28.
Additional Upper and Lower State Matchups
On April 23, No. 5 T.L. Hanna will visit No. 4 Eastside, and No. 6 Catawba Ridge challenges No. 3 Fort Mill. Then, on April 26, the winners will join the fray against No. 1 Greenville and No. 2 Nation Ford, respectively. The Upper State Championship is scheduled for April 29.
Over in the Lower State, No. 5 White Knoll takes on No. 4 Socastee on April 22, followed by No. 6 St. James against No. 3 Lucy Beckham. Then, on April 26, the winners will square off against top contenders No. 1 Chapin and No. 2 North Myrtle Beach, leading to the Lower State Championship on April 29.
Looking Forward
For lacrosse enthusiasts, this is an *exciting time*! Historical performances and seedings are making the competition all the more fascinating. To add to the anticipation, it’s worth mentioning that Greenville’s boys team finished as the runner-up last season and is the top seed in Class AAAAA Division I, setting the stage for intense rivalries ahead.
With fierce matchups, talented players, and community support, the lacrosse playoffs are sure to deliver unforgettable moments. Fans, grab your jerseys and get ready for the thrill of high school lacrosse in South Carolina. Don’t miss it!
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Additional Resources
- Greenville Online: SC High School Lacrosse Playoffs Brackets 2025
- Island Packet: High School Lacrosse Updates
- Independent Mail: Upstate Girls Lacrosse Players to Watch
- The State: High School Lacrosse News
- The State: Another High School Lacrosse Article
- Wikipedia: Lacrosse
- Google Search: South Carolina High School Lacrosse
- Google Scholar: High School Lacrosse South Carolina
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Lacrosse
- Google News: South Carolina Lacrosse Playoffs
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