Friday, September 3, 2010
MaxPreps Takes Note of Highlands' Early Successes in 2010
Fort Thomas Highlands (2-0) is ranked 21st in the nation, according to the current MaxPreps Freeman Rankings. The Bluebirds, who host Beechwood on Friday, September 3, are the highest-ranked Kentucky team on the list. This marks the first time this season Highlands has been nationally ranked. The 'Birds finished the 2009 season ranked as high as third in the nation.
Monday, August 30, 2010
Highlands Shuts Down Ryle
2010 Week Two: Highlands 29 Ryle 14
Date/Time: Friday, August 27 at 7:30PM
Location: Highlands High School
Fort Thomas Highlands defeated Ryle 29-14 to maintain its dominant position in Northern Kentucky prep football. The Class 6A Raiders, who blasted Covington Catholic 61-7 the previous week, were viewed by many as Highlands' biggest roadblock to a perfect 10-0 regular season in 2010. Led by running back Travis Elliott and quarterback Conner Hempel, Ryle held a 14-13 advantage at halftime. However, Ryle fumbled the ball early in the third quarter and the Bluebirds capitalized, as running back Corey Compton scored a rushing touchdown from five yards out to re-take the lead for good. Compton rushed for 96 yards and two scores in the contest. Running back Jordan Streeter led all Highlands rushers with 104 yards on 11 carries. Just before halftime, quarterback Patrick Towles connected with wide receiver Daniel Gold on a 32-yard touchdown pass to provide the 'Birds with momentum just before the break. Towles finished the game with 151 passing yards. Highlands' defense made some adjustments to attack Ryle's potent running game, resulting in the Raiders being shut out in the second half. Ryle gained only one first down and 55 yards of offense in the entire second half. Defensive back Drake Bruns intercepted a Ryle pass and recovered a fumble in the game.
This victory extended Highlands' current win streak to 30 games.
The Highlands junior varsity (JV) team defeated the Ryle JV team 46-7 to open up the JV season. The game was played on Saturday, August 28 at 10:00AM, at Ryle. The Highlands freshman squad also opened up its season on Saturday, August 28. The Highlands freshman team defeated the Louisville Saint Xavier freshman squad 24-19; the game was played at Highlands at 7:30PM.
To-date:
- Highlands' 2010 varsity record: 2-0 (0-0 in district play)
- Highlands' 2010 junior varsity (JV) record: 1-0
- Highlands' 2010 freshman record: 1-0
Date/Time: Friday, August 27 at 7:30PM
Location: Highlands High School
Fort Thomas Highlands defeated Ryle 29-14 to maintain its dominant position in Northern Kentucky prep football. The Class 6A Raiders, who blasted Covington Catholic 61-7 the previous week, were viewed by many as Highlands' biggest roadblock to a perfect 10-0 regular season in 2010. Led by running back Travis Elliott and quarterback Conner Hempel, Ryle held a 14-13 advantage at halftime. However, Ryle fumbled the ball early in the third quarter and the Bluebirds capitalized, as running back Corey Compton scored a rushing touchdown from five yards out to re-take the lead for good. Compton rushed for 96 yards and two scores in the contest. Running back Jordan Streeter led all Highlands rushers with 104 yards on 11 carries. Just before halftime, quarterback Patrick Towles connected with wide receiver Daniel Gold on a 32-yard touchdown pass to provide the 'Birds with momentum just before the break. Towles finished the game with 151 passing yards. Highlands' defense made some adjustments to attack Ryle's potent running game, resulting in the Raiders being shut out in the second half. Ryle gained only one first down and 55 yards of offense in the entire second half. Defensive back Drake Bruns intercepted a Ryle pass and recovered a fumble in the game.
This victory extended Highlands' current win streak to 30 games.
The Highlands junior varsity (JV) team defeated the Ryle JV team 46-7 to open up the JV season. The game was played on Saturday, August 28 at 10:00AM, at Ryle. The Highlands freshman squad also opened up its season on Saturday, August 28. The Highlands freshman team defeated the Louisville Saint Xavier freshman squad 24-19; the game was played at Highlands at 7:30PM.
To-date:
- Highlands' 2010 varsity record: 2-0 (0-0 in district play)
- Highlands' 2010 junior varsity (JV) record: 1-0
- Highlands' 2010 freshman record: 1-0
Tuesday, August 24, 2010
Northern Kentucky's Best Square Off
Fort Thomas Highlands, ranked first in the current Northern Kentucky prep football poll, hosts Class 6A Ryle this Friday. Ryle is ranked second in the Northern Kentucky prep football poll. The Raiders have returned a lot of talent and experience from last year's squad that finished 2009 with an 8-4 record; two of Ryle's four 2009 losses came against Highlands. Ryle (1-0), led by quarterback Conner Hempel and running back Travis Elliott, punished Covington Catholic 61-7 in the first week of the 2010 season. Class 5A Highlands (1-0) defeated Class 6A Louisville DuPont Manual 45-14 in the first week of play.
Last season, Highlands and Ryle played each other twice, with the Bluebirds winning both contests by scores of 37-14 and 31-14. The two programs play each other twice again this season; the second game of the series, played at Ryle, is scheduled for the last week of the 2010 regular season and will be televised live on Fox Sports Ohio. Highlands is 8-1 all-time against Ryle.
The game will be held at Highlands High School of Friday, August 27 at 7:30PM.
USA Today will be broadcasting this game live on USAToday.com.
In addition to the varsity action, the Highlands junior varsity (JV) team will play the Ryle JV team on Saturday, August 28 at 10:00AM; the game will be held at Ryle. The Highlands freshman team will take of the Louisville Saint Xavier freshman team on Friday, August 28 at 7:30PM, at Highlands. These contests will be the first games of the 2010 season for both the Highlands JV and the Highlands freshman squads.
Last season, Highlands and Ryle played each other twice, with the Bluebirds winning both contests by scores of 37-14 and 31-14. The two programs play each other twice again this season; the second game of the series, played at Ryle, is scheduled for the last week of the 2010 regular season and will be televised live on Fox Sports Ohio. Highlands is 8-1 all-time against Ryle.
The game will be held at Highlands High School of Friday, August 27 at 7:30PM.
USA Today will be broadcasting this game live on USAToday.com.
In addition to the varsity action, the Highlands junior varsity (JV) team will play the Ryle JV team on Saturday, August 28 at 10:00AM; the game will be held at Ryle. The Highlands freshman team will take of the Louisville Saint Xavier freshman team on Friday, August 28 at 7:30PM, at Highlands. These contests will be the first games of the 2010 season for both the Highlands JV and the Highlands freshman squads.
Saturday, August 21, 2010
Highlands Continues Win Streak in 2010
2010 Week One: Highlands 45 Louisville DuPont Manual 14
Date/Time: Friday, August 20 at 7:30PM
Location: Highlands High School
Fort Thomas Highlands extended it current win streak to 29 games after blasting Class 6A Louisville DuPont Manual 45-14 in the season opener for both teams. The Class 5A Bluebirds attacked the Crimsons with a well-balanced offense, rushing for 286 yards and passing for 147 yards. Running back Corey Compton led the Bluebirds' rushing effort in the first half, gaining 64 yards on the ground and scoring three touchdowns. Running back Jordan Streeter matched Compton's yardage total, amassing 64 yards on 11 carries. Running back Colin Seidl rushed for 50 yards and one touchdown in the second half. Quarterback Patrick Towles completed 11 of his 20 passing attempts in the game. He finished the contest with 147 passing yards and one touchdown, a 20-yard connection to wide receiver Daniel Gold in the second quarter. Towles threw no interceptions in the game. Gold caught three passes for 45 yards and wide receiver Austin Sheehan hauled in three passes for 65 yards. In addition to making all of his extra point attempts, kicker Adam Weinel made a 30-yard field goal in the fourth quarter.
On defense, Highlands played a tremendous game, limiting Manual to 15 yards of offense in the first half. The Bluebirds' defensive linemen and linebackers penetrated Manual's offensive backfield throughout the game, recording several quarterback sacks. Defensive back Austin Abner made a key interception late in the first half, which set up a Highlands touchdown to extend the Bluebirds' lead to 28-0 at halftime. Also, defensive back Drake Bruns made an interception that he returned 50 yards for a touchdown in the third quarter.
Highlands entered the game ranked first in Kentucky Class 5A in all the state's preseason ranking lists. Highlands was also ranked first in Northern Kentucky, regardless of football classification.
The Highlands junior varsity (JV) team was initially scheduled to play the Louisville DuPont Manual JV team on Saturday, August 21. However, this game was canceled by Manual.
To-date:
- Highlands' 2010 varsity record: 1-0 (0-0 in district play)
- Highlands' 2010 junior varsity (JV) record: 0-0
- Highlands' 2010 freshman record: 0-0
Date/Time: Friday, August 20 at 7:30PM
Location: Highlands High School
Fort Thomas Highlands extended it current win streak to 29 games after blasting Class 6A Louisville DuPont Manual 45-14 in the season opener for both teams. The Class 5A Bluebirds attacked the Crimsons with a well-balanced offense, rushing for 286 yards and passing for 147 yards. Running back Corey Compton led the Bluebirds' rushing effort in the first half, gaining 64 yards on the ground and scoring three touchdowns. Running back Jordan Streeter matched Compton's yardage total, amassing 64 yards on 11 carries. Running back Colin Seidl rushed for 50 yards and one touchdown in the second half. Quarterback Patrick Towles completed 11 of his 20 passing attempts in the game. He finished the contest with 147 passing yards and one touchdown, a 20-yard connection to wide receiver Daniel Gold in the second quarter. Towles threw no interceptions in the game. Gold caught three passes for 45 yards and wide receiver Austin Sheehan hauled in three passes for 65 yards. In addition to making all of his extra point attempts, kicker Adam Weinel made a 30-yard field goal in the fourth quarter.
On defense, Highlands played a tremendous game, limiting Manual to 15 yards of offense in the first half. The Bluebirds' defensive linemen and linebackers penetrated Manual's offensive backfield throughout the game, recording several quarterback sacks. Defensive back Austin Abner made a key interception late in the first half, which set up a Highlands touchdown to extend the Bluebirds' lead to 28-0 at halftime. Also, defensive back Drake Bruns made an interception that he returned 50 yards for a touchdown in the third quarter.
Highlands entered the game ranked first in Kentucky Class 5A in all the state's preseason ranking lists. Highlands was also ranked first in Northern Kentucky, regardless of football classification.
The Highlands junior varsity (JV) team was initially scheduled to play the Louisville DuPont Manual JV team on Saturday, August 21. However, this game was canceled by Manual.
To-date:
- Highlands' 2010 varsity record: 1-0 (0-0 in district play)
- Highlands' 2010 junior varsity (JV) record: 0-0
- Highlands' 2010 freshman record: 0-0
Thursday, August 19, 2010
Highlands Takes on DuPont Manual in Season Opener
Fort Thomas Highlands will host Louisville DuPont Manual in the opening game of the 2010 regular season. Overall, these two programs have played against each other only twice; Manual defeated Highlands 18-0 in 1937 and Highlands beat Manual 19-8 in 2009.
Class 5A Highlands finished the 2009 season with a 15-0 record and the Class 5A state title. Class 6A Manual finished the 2009 season with a 5-7 record, advancing to the second round of the Class 6A state playoffs.
The game will be played at Highlands on Friday, August 20 at 7:30PM.
The Highlands junior varsity (JV) and Highlands freshman teams do not begin their seasons until August 28.
Class 5A Highlands finished the 2009 season with a 15-0 record and the Class 5A state title. Class 6A Manual finished the 2009 season with a 5-7 record, advancing to the second round of the Class 6A state playoffs.
The game will be played at Highlands on Friday, August 20 at 7:30PM.
The Highlands junior varsity (JV) and Highlands freshman teams do not begin their seasons until August 28.
Wednesday, August 18, 2010
2010 Highlands Varsity Football Schedule
August 20 at 7:30PM - Highlands vs. Louisville DuPont Manual
August 27 at 7:30PM - Highlands vs. Ryle
September 3 at 7:00PM - Highlands vs. Beechwood
September 10 at 7:30PM - Highlands vs. Cincinnati Withrow (Ohio)
September 17 at 7:00PM - Highlands at Boone County
September 25 at 12:00PM - Highlands at Louisville Eastern
October 1 at 7:00PM - Highlands at Dixie Heights*
October 8 - Open
October 15 at 7:00PM - Highlands vs. Covington Catholic*
October 22 at 7:00PM - Highlands at Scott*
October 28 at 7:00PM - Highlands at Ryle
* = Kentucky Class 5A, District 5 Game
August 27 at 7:30PM - Highlands vs. Ryle
September 3 at 7:00PM - Highlands vs. Beechwood
September 10 at 7:30PM - Highlands vs. Cincinnati Withrow (Ohio)
September 17 at 7:00PM - Highlands at Boone County
September 25 at 12:00PM - Highlands at Louisville Eastern
October 1 at 7:00PM - Highlands at Dixie Heights*
October 8 - Open
October 15 at 7:00PM - Highlands vs. Covington Catholic*
October 22 at 7:00PM - Highlands at Scott*
October 28 at 7:00PM - Highlands at Ryle
* = Kentucky Class 5A, District 5 Game
2010 Highlands Junior Varsity (JV) Football Schedule
August 28 at 10:00AM - Highlands JV at Ryle JV
September 4 at 10:00AM - Highlands JV at Conner JV
September 11 at 10:00AM - Highlands JV at Cincinnati Withrow (Ohio) JV
September 18 at 10:00AM - Highlands JV vs. Boone County JV
September 25 - Open
October 2 at 10:00AM - Highlands JV vs. Dixie Heights JV
October 9 at 11:00AM - Highlands JV vs. Louisville Saint Xavier JV
October 16 at 10:00AM - Highlands JV at Covington Catholic JV
October 23 at 11:00AM - Highlands JV at Scott County JV
October 30 at 10:00AM - Highlands JV vs. Ryle JV
September 4 at 10:00AM - Highlands JV at Conner JV
September 11 at 10:00AM - Highlands JV at Cincinnati Withrow (Ohio) JV
September 18 at 10:00AM - Highlands JV vs. Boone County JV
September 25 - Open
October 2 at 10:00AM - Highlands JV vs. Dixie Heights JV
October 9 at 11:00AM - Highlands JV vs. Louisville Saint Xavier JV
October 16 at 10:00AM - Highlands JV at Covington Catholic JV
October 23 at 11:00AM - Highlands JV at Scott County JV
October 30 at 10:00AM - Highlands JV vs. Ryle JV
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