Fort Walton Beach football struggles in Kickoff Classic against Niceville
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 15, 2026, 8:31 PM
Last updated Aug 15, 2026
Fort Walton Beach football faced Niceville in the Kickoff Classic on August 15, resulting in a 28-7 loss. Ty Montgomery scored the Vikings' only touchdown, capping a 56-yard drive in the first half. Despite the defeat, coach Josh Pulliam noted offensive progress and emphasized improvements needed, particularly in establishing the run game. The team will open its season next week against Pensacola at home.
- •Fort Walton Beach trailed 28-7 in the second half against Niceville.
- •Ty Montgomery scored an 11-yard touchdown to tie the game at 7-all.
- •Lavin McDaniel showed growth as quarterback but did not score.
- •The Vikings will host Pensacola High next week.
- 8:31 PMYahoo Sports — 3 takeaways from Fort Walton Beach football in Kickoff Classic
"The FWB football team emerged from its Kickoff Classic vs. Niceville healthy and battle tested. More takeaways from the scrimmage here.
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