COVINGTON, Ky. —
It was a competitive week 2 in Northern Kentucky, a week which featured NKY stalwarts Highlands, Ryle and Beechwood making statements with big wins over their local foes.
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It was all Highlands in this rivalry contest, with the Bluebirds utilizing a strong offensive attack and a suffocating defense, grinding their way to a massive upset win over the Cooper Jaguars.
For the first time in two years, Highlands found a way to win over the Jaguars, utilizing 192 rushing yards to thier own benefit, which included two rushing touchdowns from junior tailback Tayden Lorenzen, adding onto his impressive early.
Cooper was unable to contain Lorenzen and the Bluebirds rushing attack, and the state runner-up finds themselves 0-2 to