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 in his second year at Long Beach State.

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Baseball Long Beach State

Dirtbags Take Series From No. 17 Wake Forrest

JJ Fiddler

The rain stayed away and the Long Beach State Dirtbags kept rolling under new coach Eric Valenzuela on Saturday by clinching their second weekend series victory. Freshman starter Luis Ramirez made history with 12 strikeouts and the Dirtbags scored four times the seventh inning to beat No. 17 Wake Forrest 7-3. LBSU (4-2) took the […]

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Long Beach Poly Video Volleyball Wilson

VIDEO: Long Beach Poly vs. Wilson, Boys’ Volleyball

JJ Fiddler

The562’s coverage of high school volleyball in 2023-24 is brought to you by the MLP’s Bay Area Breakers. The562’s coverage of Long Beach Wilson Athletics is sponsored by Joel Bitonio, Class of 2009. The562’s coverage of Long Beach Poly is sponsored by Bryson Financial

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Baseball St. Anthony

CIF Baseball: Benny Lane’s Big Day Powers St. Anthony Past Heritage In Playoff Opener

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The562’s baseball coverage in 2025 is sponsored by the Millikan, Long Beach Poly, and Lakewood baseball boosters. The562’s coverage of St. Anthony athletics is sponsored by Jane & B.I. Mais, Class of 1948. St. Anthony senior Benny Lane had one thing on his mind heading into the Saints first round game against Heritage – win. […]