Eli Aquino
Eli Aquino began working with The562 as part of its inaugural intern class in 2021 and continued working throughout high school as a freelancer. He is now an Assistant Editor and recently completed his first year at Long Beach State.

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Long Beach State Retires Glenn McDonald’s Jersey

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Long Beach State men’s basketball great Glenn McDonald received the ultimate honor at Saturday’s men’s basketball Homecoming game, as the university retired his No. 20 jersey. After being introduced by university president Jane Close Conoley and athletic director Andy Fee, McDonald gave a brief speech and was presented with a framed jersey before the lights […]