Highlands welcomes John Hardin for home opener

Allen Ramsey Photo. Highlands offensive linemen Matt Gall (71), Evan Richardson (74) and Bo Hebel (55) get out of their stances while running back Josh Watson (28) watches. The Bluebirds play host to John Hardin on Friday.

By G. MICHAEL GRAHAM

Fort Thomas Matters Sports Reporter

The Highlands Bluebirds football team has many reasons to be relieved to be coming home Friday for three straight games.

The Bluebirds escaped the road contest at Lexington Bryan Station, 47-41 last week to move to 2-0. They could easily be the opposite if various plays go against them in that game or the season-opening 23-16 win at Campbell County.

NewCath prepared to battle unbeaten Simon Kenton

By G. MICHAEL GRAHAM

Fort Thomas Matters Sports Reporter

The season does not become any easier Friday.

The Newport Central Catholic Thoroughbreds (0-2) football team plays host to the undefeated Simon Kenton Pioneers (3-0) at Newport Stadium. Game time is 7 p.m.

NewCath saw its season-opener at Ashland rained out. The Thoroughbreds opened with a 31-0 defeat at Cooper and played much better in a 30-17 loss to Campbell County on Friday. But the underdog role does not phase NewCath.

Wednesday NewCath Briefs

By G. MICHAEL GRAHAM

Fort Thomas Matters Sports Reporter

The Newport Central Catholic Lady Breds soccer team stayed undefeated with another home 9th Region win Wednesday.

Tuesday Sports Briefs

Allen Ramsey Photo. Highlands sophomore Lauren Epperson (5) sets the ball while Kaitlin Hall (30) watches in Tuesday's match against St. Henry.

By G. MICHAEL GRAHAM

Fort Thomas Matters Sports Reporter

ERLANGER – The Highlands Ladybirds volleyball team learned what it will take to ultimately compete for a 9th Region title.

That is not beating yourself.

Monday Girls Soccer Briefs

Allen Ramsey Photo. Highlands junior Lauren Ossege (21) tries to head one in during Monday's game against Campbell County. The Ladybirds won 2-0 to improve to 3-4 on the season.

By G. MICHAEL GRAHAM

Fort Thomas Matters Sports Reporter

The Highlands Ladybirds soccer team won for the second time in three games with a 2-0 win over Campbell County. Highlands moved to 3-4 on the season.

Saturday Sports Briefs

Allen Ramsey Photo. Highlands senior Taylor Vaughn (11) pushes ahead in Saturday's game against South Oldham.

By G. MICHAEL GRAHAM

Fort Thomas Matters Sports Reporter

The Highlands Ladybirds (2-4) soccer team played South Oldham tough Saturday.

But South Oldham came away with a 1-0 victory on a penalty kick. Highlands freshman goalkeeper Olivia McQueary made eight saves.

Highlands escapes Bryan Station, 47-41

Allen Ramsey Photo. Highlands senior Josh Waton (right) scores a touchdown in Friday's 47-41 win at Lexington Bryan Station. Offensive linemen Bo Hebel (55) and Evan Richardson (74) paved the way on the score.

By G. MICHAEL GRAHAM

Fort Thomas Matters Sports Reporter

LEXINGTON – A shoot-out was expected and the teams did not disappoint.

But the Highlands Bluebirds (2-0) made a few more plays in the end to escape with a 47-41 victory over the host Lexington Bryan Station Defenders (1-2) on Friday. They play three straight at David Cecil Memorial Stadium after opening with two on the road.