The 2026 South Carolina High School League (SCHSL) football playoffs begin tonight across the Grand Strand, with seven Horry County teams opening postseason action in Class 5A and Class 4A.
Class 5A Opening Round
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Lexington at Carolina Forest (8-2): The Panthers host Lexington tonight at Panther Stadium after securing a top seed in Class 5A. Kickoff is set for 7:30 p.m.
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Conway (5-5) at Sumter: The Tigers travel to face Sumter in a 5A opening-round matchup following their region victory over Socastee to close the regular season.
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Socastee (4-6) at Ridge View: The Braves are on the road in Columbia tonight to take on Ridge View in 5A bracket play.
Class 4A Opening Round
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Bluffton at Loris (8-2): The Lions host Bluffton tonight in Heniford Field following an 8-win regular season campaign. Kickoff is scheduled for 7:30 p.m.
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North Myrtle Beach (6-4) at Lucy Beckham: The Chiefs travel to Mount Pleasant tonight for a 4A opening-round clash.
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Myrtle Beach (4-6) at May River: The Seahawks hit the road to face May River after closing their regular season with a 55–21 win over rival North Myrtle Beach.
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St. James (2-8) at Hartsville: The Sharks travel to face top-seeded Hartsville in opening-round action tonight.
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