Click the link to donate https://www.gofundme.com/f/keep-the562org-free-of-charge-5k-for-5-years?utm_source=customer&utm_medium=copy_link&utm_campaign=p_cf+share-flow-1
Help celebrate the 5 Year Anniversary of The562.org by making a ta… Mike Guardabascio needs your support for Keep The562 Free to Read! $5K Birthday Fundraiser
Matt Simon has been covering sports since 2013. During his time at Long Beach State, he served as sports editor for the Daily 49er while completing his degree. Since then, he has reported extensively on athletics throughout Southern California for multiple publications. He also served as an assistant editor at The Maui News before joining The562.org as a correspondent. In 2025, he was brought on as an assistant editor.
The562’s coverage of Long Beach Poly is sponsored by Bryson Financial The562’s coverage of Jordan Athletics is sponsored by former LBUSD superintendent Chris Steinhauser.
The562’s coverage of Aquatic sports in Long Beach is sponsored by the Aquatic Capital of America Foundation. The562’s coverage of Long Beach Wilson Athletics is sponsored by Joel Bitonio, Class of 2009.
