In the Class 2A, District 9 Championship game, Lakeland boys lacrosse fell short with a 7-5 loss to Celebration, despite being the No.1 seed. Senior Collis Rhodes scored all five goals for Lakeland, but injuries to key players impacted their performance. Celebration's strong defense limited Rhodes' impact, leading to their victory. Despite the loss, Lakeland ended the season with 10 wins, and Rhodes reflected positively on his lacrosse career under coach Zac Brownlee's guidance.
On a different note, All Saints girls lacrosse clinched the district championship with a 23-2 win over Pasco, while Haines City flag football secured a 19-13 victory over Durant in the Class 4A, District 6 championship game. In another match, Lakeland flag football defeated Auburndale 7-6 to claim the Class 3A, District 6 title, showcasing strong performances in local sports competitions.