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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 in his second year at Long Beach State.
The Lakewood Lancers are finally starting the 2021 football season today and they’ll do it at 3 p.m. at Peninsula High. First-year head coach Justin Utupo said this first game under the sun is going to tell him a lot about his new team. “It’s going to be warm but I think our kids are […]
The562’s coverage of football in 2024-25 is sponsored by The Terry Donahue Memorial California Showcase. The Compton Tarbabes (2-0) are looking to keep their stride on Friday night, as they head east on Alondra Boulevard to face the Paramount Pirates (2-0). The Tarbabes are coming off a commanding 48-12 victory in the Hub City Rivalry against […]
