HIGH SCHOOL NOTEBOOK

Automatic. Or nearly, anyway.

That’s Kennedy kicker David Franco.

He might not have the strongest leg in the City--Johan Colocho of Van Nuys and Tom Colley of Chatsworth boom the ball--but Franco regularly puts it between the uprights.

And he gets lots of opportunity with the high-scoring Cougars. Franco made seven of eight PATs and his only field goal try in Kennedy’s 66-22 victory over Poly.

“David is consistent, and that’s the most important quality in a kicker,” Coach Bob Francola said.

Franco made 42 of 46 PATs and two of four field goals last year.

“He’s improved,” Francola said. “His leg is stronger.”

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And then there was light.

Cleveland’s new stadium lights shone brightly in a test, so the Cavaliers’ home opener will proceed as scheduled tonight at 7. The game would have been played in the afternoon had the lights failed.