Cocoa Beach High School's baseball team secured a 13-9 victory over Eau Gallie on April 2, 2026, at Eau Gallie's home field in Melbourne, Florida. The game, part of the Varsity level non-league schedule, saw the Commodores capitalize on strong offensive performances to overcome the Spartans. The win adds to Cocoa Beach's recent dominance, including a 7-1 victory over John Carroll Catholic earlier this season. Eau Gallie, however, remains competitive, having previously defeated Cocoa Beach 17-16 in a closely contested matchup in late March.
The game took place at Eau Gallie High School's stadium, a familiar venue for both teams. Cocoa Beach's offense came alive in the third inning, scoring five runs to take a 7-4 lead. Eau Gallie responded with three runs in the fifth but couldn't close the gap. Cocoa Beach's pitcher, junior Ethan Ramirez, struck out seven batters and limited Eau Gallie to nine hits. The Spartans' offense struggled against Ramirez's fastball, which reached speeds of up to 88 mph.
Both teams have busy schedules ahead. Cocoa Beach is set to face Lake Highland Prep on April 5, while Eau Gallie will host American Heritage the same day. The Commodores' recent win streak includes victories over Holy Trinity Episcopal and Wheaton Academy, showcasing their consistency. Eau Gallie, meanwhile, has split its last three games, with notable wins against Merritt Island and Satellite.
The game drew a modest crowd, with fans from both schools filling the stands for key moments. Local sports analysts noted the matchup's significance as a preview of potential postseason clashes. Cocoa Beach's coach, Mark Thompson, praised his team's execution but acknowledged Eau Gallie's resilience. 'They’re a tough team,' Thompson said. 'We knew we’d have to play our best to win today.' Eau Gallie's coach, Lisa Nguyen, echoed similar sentiments, pointing to areas for improvement ahead of their next game.