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Fort Walton Beach Today
By the People, for the People
South Laurel falls short in 6-5 loss to Logan Elm
Emmie Rice and Audrey Likins lead the offensive effort for the Lady Cardinals
Mar. 31, 2026 at 3:55am
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A cubist interpretation of the intense action and energy of a high school softball matchup between two talented teams.Fort Walton Beach TodayDespite strong performances from Emmie Rice and Audrey Likins, the South Laurel Lady Cardinals fell to Logan Elm 6-5 in their matchup on Monday in Fort Walton Beach, Florida.
Why it matters
The loss marks South Laurel's first of the season, as they had previously started the year 7-0. The Lady Cardinals will look to bounce back and continue their strong start to the season.
The details
Rice powered the South Laurel offense with a home run and two hits, driving in one run. Likins also had a solid day at the plate, recording two hits, an RBI, and a run scored. As a team, the Lady Cardinals put together an eight-hit effort, but ultimately came up just short against Logan Elm.
- The game took place on Monday, March 31, 2026 in Fort Walton Beach, Florida.
The players
Emmie Rice
A key offensive contributor for the South Laurel Lady Cardinals, hitting a home run and finishing with two hits and an RBI in the loss.
Audrey Likins
Helped set the tone for the South Laurel offense, recording two hits, an RBI, and a run scored.
South Laurel Lady Cardinals
The high school softball team from South Laurel, Kentucky that entered the game with a 7-0 record before suffering their first loss of the season.
Logan Elm
The opposing team that defeated the South Laurel Lady Cardinals by a score of 6-5 in their matchup in Fort Walton Beach, Florida.
The takeaway
While the South Laurel Lady Cardinals came up short in this particular game, their strong 7-1 start to the season demonstrates their potential as a team. With key contributors like Emmie Rice and Audrey Likins leading the way, the Lady Cardinals will look to rebound and continue their successful campaign.
