Tyler Hendrickson was born and raised in Long Beach, and started covering sports in his hometown in 2010. After five years as a sportswriter, Tyler joined the athletic department at Long Beach State University in 2015. He spent more than four years in the athletic communications department, working primarily with the Dirtbags baseball program. Tyler also co-authored of The History of Long Beach Poly: Scholars & Champions.
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When Lakewood High opens its gates in the Fall of 2019, there will be a major change at the school. Athletic director Lisa Busch, who has served in that role for the Lancers for 20 years, stepped down at the end of this school year, and was recognized for her contributions at an emotional end-of-year […]
