LONDON — Trey Smith’s South Laurel Cardinals won at least 20 games for the third year in a row, but their quest to return to the 13th Region Tournament for the first time since the 2017 season fell short after dropping a 4-1 decision to Corbin in the 50th District Tournament semifinals.
The Cardinals have no reason to hang their heads, though.
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