Liberty Lightning defeated the City High Little Hawks, 36-19, during the Clash at Kinnick in Iowa City on Friday. This was the first time in 40 years high school teams touched the field.

City High, who was favored after a 41-0 win over Liberty in 2021, never led on Friday night.

This was Liberty quarterback Graham Beckman’s first varsity start, and he had a total four touchdowns and no interceptions.

Liberty will play against the Linn-Mar Lions and City High will face Jefferson.

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Kinnick Stadium is seen during a football game between City High and Liberty at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Friday, Aug. 26, 2022. Liberty defeated City High, 36-19.