The562.org provides a platform for Long Beach athletes at the middle school, high school, collegiate, and professional level. With over 200,000 unique visitors to the website in the last year, The 562 boasts an audience that’s grown over 150 percent from year one to year
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.
The562’s coverage of football in 2024-25 is sponsored by The Terry Donahue Memorial California Showcase. The562’s coverage of Long Beach Wilson Athletics is sponsored by Joel Bitonio, Class of 2009. The562’s coverage of Jordan Athletics is sponsored by former LBUSD superintendent Chris Steinhauser.
