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Fun night watching these two teams go at it at NKU.  

The Cougars jumped out to an early 1-0 in the first 30 seconds as Faulkner connected with Noble on a through ball for a quick goal.  The Bluebirds would even the score on a foul called about 25-30 yards outside the box in the middle of the field and would convert the direct free kick to draw even.  Later in the first half the Cougars would have a corner and as bodies were flying around Faulkner got knocked down and penalty was called in the box and Marshall converted to give the Cougars a 2-1 lead.

Highlands came out quick to start the second half having a couple of chances to score, but Mullins had his best game of the year to date and turned away a number of potential goals.  The Cougars would score again as Cranfield found Noble on another through ball to give the Cougars a 3-1 lead.  The Bluebirds are young but have some very talented pieces on the field.