The "Hawk Apocalypse" Battle for the Paddle 2026 winner flag is freshly hung in the halls of Lakeland High School.
January 23, 2026
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Lakeland celebrates another successful Battle for the Paddle
Lakeland celebrates another successful Battle for the Paddle
Lakeland High School went big for the 2026 Battle for the Paddle. But then again, the Hawks always go big for this school-unifying event. "Battle for the Paddle is part of the heart of the Lakeland community and culture," senior Amelia Hamburger said Thursday.