An LBC native, Mike Guardabascio has been covering Long Beach sports professionally for 13 years, with his work published in dozens of Southern California magazines and newspapers. He's won numerous awards for his writing as well as the CIF Southern Section’s Champion For Character Award, and is the author of three books about Long Beach history.
The Panthers feel like they should have had more wins last season with a plucky group of upperclassman leading the way, but too many close losses torpedoed the campaign. This year, coach Curt Knowles is rebuilding with a roster full of seniors and sophomores. His key returners are Arturo Zuniga, Jose De La Torre and […]
Both Long Beach State men’s and women’s basketball seasons have been similarly frustrating while bringing new players into the fold. Both teams are hoping for a fresh start as Big West Conference play starts this week. With a brand new starting lineup and added pressure, LBSU men’s basketball coach Dan Monson said his 5-11 team […]