Baseball Recap: Goleman Picks Up Third Consecutive Win

By Team Reports Apr 3, 2026, 1:47am

Baseball Recap: Goleman Gators vs. Hialeah Gardens Gladiators

Goleman got themselves on the board against Hialeah Gardens on Thursday, but Hialeah Gardens never followed suit. They blew past the Gladiators 9-0. The win was familiar territory for the Gators, who have now won three matchups in a row.

Joseph Slattery looked comfortable as he tossed three innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. He has been consistent: he hasn't given up more than two walks in seven consecutive appearances.

Matthew Lopez

Runs Batted In (Career)

04/02/26 @ Hialeah Gardens4
02/27/26 vs Hialeah Gardens3
03/09/26 @ Pembroke Pines Charter1
03/05/26 vs Coral Park1

On the hitting side, the team relied heavily on Matthew Lopez, who went 2-for-3 with one home run and four RBI. Those four RBI gave him a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Maykol Alvarez, who went a perfect 3-for-3 with two runs.

Goleman's record now sits at 14-7. As for Hialeah Gardens, they have been struggling recently as they've lost three of their last four games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 6-11 record this season.

Goleman will challenge Western at 3:30 p.m. on Monday. The last four games the Wildcats have played have been within two runs, so don't be surprised if it's a close one. As for Hialeah Gardens, they will take on Mater Lakes Academy at 6:00 p.m. on Monday.

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