PALM COAST, Fla. – Flagler Palm Coast High School celebrated another incredible year of athletic achievement as student-athletes, coaches, families, and supporters gathered for the 2026 FPC Athletics Awards Show. The evening recognized outstanding performances, leadership, sportsmanship, and dedication across every athletic program while honoring those who have represented the Bulldogs with pride throughout the 2025-2026 school year.

The celebration highlighted individual accomplishments, championship performances, and the commitment that continues to define FPC Athletics.

Highest Honors

The evening’s top individual awards recognized two student-athletes whose accomplishments have set the standard for excellence.

2025-2026 Male Athlete of the Year

Jordan Haymon

Jordan Haymon capped off one of the finest track and field seasons in Flagler Palm Coast history. The senior sprinter established himself as one of Florida’s premier athletes, earning a State Championship as the anchor of the Bulldogs’ 4×400-meter relay team while also finishing as the FHSAA Class 4A State Runner-Up in the 400 meters. Haymon ranked among the state’s best in multiple sprint events, holds several FPC school records, and consistently delivered elite performances at Florida’s most prestigious meets. His dedication, leadership, and commitment to his teammates helped lead the Boys Track & Field team to one of the greatest seasons in school history, making him a deserving recipient of the 2025-2026 Male Athlete of the Year Award.

2025-2026 Female Athlete of the Year

Nyariah Williams

Nyariah Williams delivered one of the most dominant athletic seasons ever seen at Flagler Palm Coast. The junior weightlifter went undefeated throughout the season, winning every competition she entered while capturing Five Star Conference, District, Regional, and FHSAA State Championships in both Olympic and Traditional Weightlifting. She shattered school records, tied the Florida state record in the clean and jerk, earned Florida Dairy Farmers Girls Weightlifter of the Year honors, and was featured nationally by Sports Illustrated for Kids. Already recognized as one of the nation’s elite young lifters through USA Weightlifting, Williams’ extraordinary season made her the clear choice for the 2025-2026 Female Athlete of the Year Award.

Coach of the Year

2025-2026 Coach of the Year

Duane Hagstrom

Coach Duane Hagstrom guided both the Boys and Girls Weightlifting programs to another historic season, continuing to establish Flagler Palm Coast as one of Florida’s premier weightlifting programs. Under his leadership, the girls captured District Championships in both Olympic and Traditional Weightlifting while finishing as regional runners-up and placing in the Top 10 at the FHSAA State Championships. The boys added district and regional runner-up finishes before earning a third-place finish in Olympic Weightlifting and sixth-place finish in Traditional Weightlifting at the state meet, highlighted by multiple individual state champions. Beyond the championships, Coach Hagstrom’s emphasis on discipline, character, and his trademark philosophy to “Trust the Process” has helped shape countless student-athletes into successful competitors and leaders.

Spirit of Flagler Award

2025-2026 Spirit of Flagler Award

Tegan Paulo

The Spirit of Flagler Award recognizes the student-athlete who best exemplifies what it means to be a Bulldog through leadership, integrity, school pride, and selfless commitment to others. This year’s recipient, Tegan Paulo, embodied those qualities throughout his career as a four-year soccer player and two-year football player. A team captain and one of the area’s top goalkeepers, Paulo was equally respected for his humility, positive attitude, and willingness to put his teammates and school community first. Whether on the field or around campus, he represented Flagler Palm Coast with class, kindness, and unwavering Bulldog pride, making him a fitting recipient of one of the school’s most prestigious honors.

Team of the Year

2025-2026 Team of the Year

Boys Track & Field

The Boys Track & Field team earned Team of the Year honors following one of the most successful seasons in program history. The Bulldogs captured the Five Star Conference Championship, finished as runners-up at both the District and Regional Championships, and placed sixth overall at the FHSAA Class 4A State Championships. The season was highlighted by a thrilling State Championship in the 4×400-meter relay, while the team consistently excelled at many of Florida’s premier invitational meets. Through exceptional talent, relentless work ethic, and outstanding team chemistry, the Bulldogs established themselves as one of the state’s elite programs and added another memorable chapter to the proud tradition of FPC Track & Field.

Principal Award Recipients by Sport

The Athletics Department also recognized outstanding student-athletes from each varsity program for their accomplishments throughout the school year.

A Night to Celebrate Bulldog Pride

The 2026 Athletics Awards Show served as a celebration of the countless hours of preparation, perseverance, and teamwork demonstrated by Flagler Palm Coast student-athletes throughout the year. Behind every award is a story of dedication—from early morning workouts and late-night practices to classroom success and community involvement.

Congratulations to every award recipient, every team, every coach, and every family who helped make the 2025-2026 athletic year one to remember.

The future of FPC Athletics remains bright, and the Bulldog community looks forward to another year of excellence.

Event Photos

Photos from the 2026 FPC Athletics Awards Show are available in the official photo gallery:

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