Long Beach Jordan hosted Venice in the first round of the 2023 CIF State Division IV boys’ basketball playoffs. For more coverage of all Long Beach sports, head to www.The562.org. We are a non-profit, community-funded media outlet in the City of Long Beach, covering primarily sports and education.
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.
This week, all of The562’s coverage is sponsored by Long Beach Gives. Visit LongBeachGives.org to find your cause and support local nonprofits! Donations will be accepted through Sept. 21. The562’s cross country and track & field coverage is sponsored by an anonymous donation, in appreciation of Coach Ron Allice. Last season, Long Beach Poly freshman Avery Peck […]
The Long Beach Poly baseball team opened its Moore League season with a 12-0 win over Jordan. E.J. Andrews Jr. went 3-for-5 with a pair of doubles and three runs scored for the Jackrabbits. Here are some great action shots from our own Stephen Dachman.
St. Anthony showed up to their CIF-SS Division 2AA semi finals matchup looking just as good as they’ve looked all season. The Saints traveled north up the 405 to Heritage Christian in Northridge, and dominated the entire game to capture a blowout win over the Warriors, 75-57. The Saints will go on to face Rolling […]
