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Kentucky Class 5A Playoffs - State Semifinal

Date/Time: Friday, November 27 at 3:00PM

Location: Highlands High School

 

Fort Thomas Highlands fell to Pulaski County by a score of 41-31 at Highlands Friday afternoon, in a game featuring the defending Kentucky Class 4A state champion (Highlands) and the defending Kentucky Class 5A state champion (Pulaski County).  Highlands took a 31-14 lead early in the third quarter after making a field goal set up by a Pulaski County turnover.  However, the Bluebirds were unable to contain the potent Pulaski County offense in the second half.  Highlands quarterback Austin Hergott completed 14 of his 21 passing attempts for 202 yards and a score, but did have 2 interceptions in the game.  Running back Nick Kendall rushed for 146 yards and 2 touchdowns on 24 carries to lead all Highlands rushers.  The Highlands defense forced 2 Pulaski County turnovers in the contest.  This year marks the first time that Highlands has not played in a state football championship game since 2006.  Pulaski County faces off against Bowling Green next week for the Kentucky Class 5A state championship. 

 

Final:

- Highlands' 2015 varsity record: 8-6 (season complete)

- Highlands' 2015 junior varsity (JV) record: 7-2 (season complete)

- Highlands' 2015 freshman record: 7-3 (season complete)