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Long Beach Winter Olympics Opening Ceremony Watch Party

Joseph KlingComments Off on Long Beach Winter Olympics Opening Ceremony Watch Party

We had a blast helping out at Mayor Rex Richardson’s Olympic Opening Ceremony watch party, interviewing some great Long Beach Olympians. Shoutout to the Sports Basement for hosting–here are some pics from our photographer Joseph Kling.

2026 02 06 562 WatchParty
2026 02 06 562 WatchParty
2026 02 06 562 WatchParty
2026 02 06 562 WatchParty
2026 02 06 562 WatchParty
2026 02 06 562 WatchParty
2026 02 06 562 WatchParty
2026 02 06 562 WatchParty
2026 02 06 562 WatchParty
2026 02 06 562 WatchParty
2026 02 06 562 WatchParty
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2026 02 06 562 WatchParty
2026 02 06 562 WatchParty

Joseph Kling
Joseph has been a photographer for 15 years specializing in sports and action. Being a SoCal native and former athlete has driven his enthusiasm to give Long Beach the best sports coverage available.
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