The South Carolina Football Hall of Fame Announces 2025 Bridge Builder Excellence
Award Nominees
Greenville, SC, February 25, 2025 — The South Carolina Football Hall of Fame (SCFHOF)
proudly announces the 2025 Bridge Builder Excellence Award nominees, presented by Spinx
Corporation. The Bridge Builder Excellence Award is presented to a current high school football
player in the state of South Carolina who embodies excellence in the community, in the
classroom, and on the field. The Top 3 nominees will be recognized at the 12th annual
Enshrinement at Hotel Hartness on April 17, 2025.
Award Criteria:
• Football excellence = 40%
• Academics (Minimum 3.2 Core GPA) = 30%
• Exemplary School, Character, Community Citizenship, and Leadership = 30%
Each nominee will receive a certificate of recognition for their accomplishments, be invited to
celebrate #BBEA25Day on their social media platforms and in person, along with participation
in the South Carolina College Decision Day at the statehouse on May 7, 2025. In addition, the
top 10 Semi-Finalists will be invited to share their secrets to excellence and success on the
SCFHOF Sports & Leadership Podcast with SCFHOF Chairman David Wyatt.
This year, the SCFHOF received an impressive 58 nominations from across the state of South
Carolina, highlighting the incredible young leaders making a difference in their schools and
communities. These leaders, families, schools and communities are embodying the SCFHOF’s
mission to lead, educate, and inspire through football.
“The bridge builder excellence award is more than just recognition – it’s a celebration of the
remarkable young men who lead with character, dedication, and heart both on and off the field.
These nominees represent the very best of South Carolina’s future and their commitment to
excellence inspires us all. We are proud to honor their achievements and help them and their
peers build a bridge to even greater success,” - SCFHOF Chairman David Wyatt