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title: "First Baptist vs. Academic Magnet — Football Game Day — Charleston, SC — Aug 21, 2026"
url: https://www.herecharleston.com/2026/08/19/first-baptist-vs-academic-magnet-football-2026-08-21/
date: 2026-08-19T20:52:52+00:00
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# First Baptist vs. Academic Magnet — Football Game Day — Charleston, SC — Aug 21, 2026

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  PRE-GAME
  HIGH SCHOOL · 7:30 PM · Friday, August 21, 2026 
  
    
      FI
      First Baptist
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      AC
      Academic Magnet
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      HIGH SCHOOL · Football · Charleston
      First Baptist vs. Academic Magnet — *Friday, August 21, 2026*
      
      

HERE Charleston is your go-to source for everything about this upcoming Football showdown between the First Baptist and the Academic Magnet. This SCHSL matchup promises competitive action in the Charleston County area.

      

Get ready for game time. Both teams will be looking to make a statement, and the outcome could have implications for standings and postseason positioning.

      

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        Game At A Glance
        
          DateAugust 21, 2026
          Start7:30 PM
          LocationAcademic Magnet/North Charleston
          DivisionHigh School — Football
          SportFootball
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## What’s Happening

  

**When and where is this happening?**
Friday, August 21, 2026 at 7:30 PM ET. The game takes place at Academic Magnet/North Charleston.

  

**Who is playing?**
First Baptist faces Academic Magnet in High School Football.

  

**Why does this matter to Charleston?**
This matchup features local teams competing in the Charleston County area with direct implications for standings and community pride.

  

**What should fans know?**
Arrive early for best seating. Tweet with #FirstBaptistvsAcademicMagnet_0821 for your posts to appear on this page live. Check back at [herecharleston.com](/) for post-game coverage.

  

**How do I follow this game live?**
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