Eli Aquino
Eli Aquino began working with The562 as part of its inaugural intern class in 2021 and continued throughout high school as a freelancer. He joined The562’s staff in 2024 and was later promoted to Editorial Associate & Staff Writer. He is currently entering his second year at Long Beach State.

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While the Jordan High boys’ basketball team pursues a spot in the CIF-SS playoffs, they’ll be doing so without their head coach. The last time Chris Francis led his team was during J-Town’s 62-59 win at Wilson on Jan. 14, and there is currently no timeline for his return. Jordan boys’ athletic director Josh Dozier […]

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ROUNDUP: Long Beach Volleyball CIF Quarterfinals Coverage

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Long Beach State Men’s Basketball Falls In OT Again, Won’t Make Big West Conference Tournament

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The562’s coverage of Long Beach State athletics for the 2024-25 season is sponsored by Marilyn Bohl. The562’s coverage of Long Beach State Basketball is sponsored by CSULB Distinguished Alumnus Nelson Farris. The562’s coverage of Long Beach State men’s basketball for the 2024-25 season is sponsored by Arline & Mike Walter. This is not what they had planned. […]