Both teams are going into this game 2-1 after starting the season on a losing note.  Fairdale started with 2A state contender Beechwood before beating South Oldham and delivered a shutout against 6A opponent Eastern.  Shelby started the season with a loss to crosstown rival, Collins, 42-28 before beating 6A opponent Oldham 28-8 and 5A opponent E. Jessamine.  They struggled early and often against EJ with a halftime score of 3-0 before coming up with some big defensive plays and running the ball.  Fairdale is coming in with a bend, don't break defense that chase the ball and cover well.  Offense is touting a talented core of running backs and a connection between QB Tran and WR Shannon that linked up for a 70 yard strike the 2nd play against South.  

I think this one comes down to a defensive matchup and whichever team has the ball last.

Fairdale 31-19.

This should be competitive game and I'll take Fairdale in a close one.