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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Millikan is on the road again this week facing another local team at Gahr, and once again its rush defense will be tested. The Rams used their defense to hold onto a 7-3 win at Carson last week. Millikan was out-gained by Carson 304-57. “That’s one of the best defenses we’re going to see,” Millikan […]

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PHOTOS: Wilson vs. Lakewood, Girls’ Water Polo

Stephen Dachman

The562’s coverage of aquatic sports in Long Beach in 2025-26 is sponsored by Watersafe Swim School. The562’s coverage of Long Beach Wilson Athletics is sponsored by Joel Bitonio, Class of 2009. The562’s coverage of Lakewood Athletics is sponsored by J.P. Crawford, Class of 2013. We’ve got a gallery from Wilson’s 18-3 win over Lakewood on Tuesday evening at […]

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Football: Millikan Falls to Santa Ana in Frustrating Loss

Mike Guardabascio

A young Millikan team missed its opportunity to start the 2021 season with a win on Friday night, falling to a disciplined and scrappy Santa Ana team. The Rams jumped out to an early lead but saw it disappear after a series of missteps, with their comeback effort falling short in a 48-41 loss to […]