Iron Horses Secured Victory Over Georgetown High School
The Philip Simmons football team earned its second straight win with a narrow 42-37 victory on September 18.
Updated on Sept. 23, 2026 in Football
The Philip Simmons Iron Horses defeated Georgetown High School 42-37 at The Phil. This win marks the second consecutive victory for the Iron Horses as they improve their season record to 2-3.
Why it matters
The win provides crucial momentum for the Iron Horses as they look to build on their performance following an earlier victory over Cane Bay. Maintaining this trajectory is essential as the team heads into their upcoming October schedule.
Quarterback Hayes Goddard tallied five total touchdowns, completing 17 of 27 passes for 250 yards while rushing for two scores. The Iron Horses offense recorded 439 total yards, led by Brandon Williamson with 73 rushing yards and Tyrus Alston with 78 receiving yards.
The players
Hayes Goddard
He is the starting quarterback for the Philip Simmons Iron Horses who accounted for five total touchdowns in the game.
Tyrus Alston
He is a key wide receiver for the Iron Horses who recorded three receptions for 78 yards and one touchdown.
Brandon Williamson
He is a running back for the Iron Horses who contributed 73 yards and a touchdown on 14 carries.
Layson Stockton
He is a leading defensive player for the Iron Horses who recorded 12 tackles against Georgetown High School.
Philip Simmons High School
This is the Charleston-based school that fields the Iron Horses football team.
The details
Hayes Goddard orchestrated the offense, including 66 rushing yards on 11 attempts. Defensively, Layson Stockton anchored the unit with a team-high 12 tackles throughout the contest.
Timeline
September 11: Iron Horses defeated Cane Bay.
September 18: Iron Horses defeated Georgetown High School.
October 2: Iron Horses play Woodland.
October 9: Iron Horses host Lake Marion.
Season Trajectory
This second consecutive win shifts the momentum for the Iron Horses as they look to climb the standings after a difficult start to the season. The victory establishes a more competitive baseline for the team heading into their upcoming mid-October matchups.
The victory improves the Iron Horses to a 2-3 season record, impacting their positioning for potential post-season contention. The offensive output of 439 total yards demonstrates improved consistency that may affect future game-planning against upcoming opponents.
The takeaway
The Iron Horses are successfully stabilizing their performance as they reach the midway point of the season. Fans should monitor the team's defensive consistency in the coming weeks to see if they can maintain their current win streak.
Further reading
For more updates on local gridiron performance, visit the Charleston Football section.
