Henry Helps Team Prepare for Games PHOTO: G. Michael Graham, Fort Thomas Matters. Highlands senior Logan Henry (38) walks on the sidelines of the Blue and White scrimmage on Friday. Henry is not able to play this year. But he’s still helping the team. Does this story bring some value to you? Please consider a […]
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Highlands Finds Ways to Grow in Scrimmage Against Male
Welch Records Five Catches for 71 Yards PHOTO: Ed Harber. Highlands assistant coach Mark Dill goes over some things during the scrimmage Friday against Louisville Male. Local coverage costs money! Please consider a small donation to help fund our content. We rely solely on support from our advertising partners, providing our content for free. Any […]
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2021 Highlands Football Preview: Bob Sphire takes the reins
Bluebirds Seek Return to Consistent, Winning Habits PHOTO: Ed Harber. Highlands junior linebacker Sam Robinson (52) returns after recording 41 tackles, two interceptions and two fumble recoveries last year. He returned an interception 52 yards for a touchdown against Cincinnati (Ohio) Moeller. Does this story bring some value to you? Please consider a small donation […]
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Highlands Football leads into new season with 18 seniors
PHOTO: Ed Harber. Highlands senior Henry King (33) is one of 18 on the team this season. He played a good bit on the defensive line last year. He hopes to contribute at defensive end or outside linebacker this year. Does this story bring some value to you? Please consider a small donation to help […]
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Ryle Ends Highlands Baseball Season
Five Errors Doom Bluebirds PHOTO: Jennifer Jones. Highlands senior shortstop Braden Becker makes a throw in the game against Ryle on Saturday. Fort Thomas Matters has brought you Highlands Sports Coverage for years. Would you please consider a small donation to help fund our work? We rely solely on support from our advertising partners, providing our content […]
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Highlands Learning New Standard in Spring Football with Sphire
Bluebirds Experimenting Players on Both Sides PHOTO: Ed Harber. Highlands junior Eli LaFrange (21) makes a move in the playoff win at Conner last season. Fort Thomas Matters has brought you Highlands Sports Coverage for years. Would you please consider a small donation to help fund our work? We rely solely on support from our advertising partners, […]
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New Highlands Head Football Coach Working to Put Solid Staff Together
Hayden Sphire Hopes to Relate to Players Not Far-Removed From Playing Days Facebook Photo. New Highlands Head Football Coach Bob Sphire talks to son Hayden Sphire during their days at North Gwinnett High School (Georgia). Hayden Sphire is the new offensive coordinator/quarterbacks coach. Leaky roof? Call Tip Top! Over 50 years experience in NKY. Mention FTM. […]
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New Highlands Head Football Coach Working on Building Relationships in Community
PHOTO: Ed Harber. Highlands sophomore Brennan Kelsay punts the ball in the playoff win at Conner last season. Kelsay is one of many returning players with varsity experience that new head coach Bob Sphire will have to work with this year. Get takeout tonight! 14 N. Grand Ave. Bob Sphire may see his 63-year-old self […]
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Bob Sphire Named New Head Football Coach at Highlands
Bob Sphire. Photo credit: David McGregor. The new head coach of the storied Highlands Bluebirds football team has been hired. Highlands announced today that Bob Spire will leave his program from near the Florida/Georgia line to coach Highlands next year. Sphire is a well-known name in the Commonwealth of Kentucky. The Meade County native is […]
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Eddie James Speaks on Decision to Return to Franklin County
James said He’ll Learn from Mistakes Made in Hiring Process Franklin County Head Coach Eddie James accepted the head football coaching job at Highlands over the weekend. But he informed the Highlands administration he will be returning to Franklin County on Tuesday. Eddie James knows he will receive a lot of criticism from this decision. […]