Lake Wales senior leads as elite hitter

Keira Davis is a standout softball player for the Highlanders

Mar. 12, 2026 at 8:26am

Lake Wales senior Keira Davis has emerged as one of the elite hitters in Polk County. Growing up in Lake Wales, she played Little League softball and always dreamed of playing varsity for the Highlanders, who won their first state title in 2007, the year after she was born.

Why it matters

Davis' success is a point of pride for the Lake Wales community, as she represents the next generation of talented softball players coming through the program. Her performance has helped the Highlanders remain one of the top teams in the region.

The details

As a senior, Davis is living out her dream of starring for the Lake Wales varsity softball team. She has been a nightmare for opposing pitchers with her consistent hitting and power at the plate.

  • Keira Davis was born in 2008, a year after Lake Wales won their first state title.

The players

Keira Davis

A senior softball player for the Lake Wales Highlanders.

Lake Wales Highlanders

The high school softball team that Keira Davis plays for, which won their first state title in 2007.

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What they’re saying

“I've always it's always been one of my main goals to play for Lake Wales, especially playing varsity,”

— Keira Davis

The takeaway

Keira Davis' success as an elite hitter for the Lake Wales Highlanders softball team is a testament to her hard work and the strength of the program, which has produced top talent over the years.