Merritt Island High School's undefeated baseball team will face Rockledge High School on March 12, 2026, at Merritt Island's home field. The game is part of a busy week for both teams as they continue their campaigns in the Florida High School Athletic Association's Class 6A season. Merritt Island, which has won all 12 of its games this season, most recently defeated Space Coast 18-0 in a non-league matchup. Rockledge, with a 5-7 record, comes into the game after a 14-4 win over Sebastian River last week.
The two teams have a history of competitive matchups. Merritt Island defeated Rockledge 7-0 in a previous game this season, a result that could add extra motivation for Rockledge as it looks to improve its win percentage. Both teams have faced challenges in their schedules, with Merritt Island's upcoming games against Canterbury and Wheaton Academy, and Rockledge's contests against St. John Paul II and Maclay.
Rockledge's recent performance has included a 13-3 win over Cocoa and a 4-1 victory against Bellevue East, but the team has struggled against stronger opponents. Merritt Island, meanwhile, has maintained a consistent offensive output, scoring 18 runs in its win over Space Coast and 8 runs in a victory against South Dade. The teams' head-to-head record this season is in Merritt Island's favor, but Rockledge coach John Martinez said his team is focused on making adjustments.
Both schools have packed schedules in the coming weeks. Merritt Island will play Wheaton Academy on March 14 and Ragsdale on March 17, while Rockledge has games against Melbourne and Maclay in the next two weeks. The March 12 game is expected to draw a large crowd, with fans from both communities eager to see how the teams perform in what has become a key rivalry in Brevard County's baseball scene.
The game will start at 3:30 p.m. at Merritt Island's home field, with gates opening at 2:30 p.m. Local radio station WFLA will broadcast the game live, and updates will be posted on both schools' social media accounts.