The562’s Athletes of the Week is sponsored by the Long Beach Century Club.
Congratulations to our Athletes of the Week and thanks to the Long Beach Century Club and Naples Rib Company for their support.
HIGH SCHOOL
Neveah Johnson, Long Beach Poly Flag Football
Neveah Johnson played a key role in Long Beach Poly’s 31-6 Moore League win against Millikan. The sophomore had a receiving and rushing touchdown to help the Jackrabbits secure the victory.
Lila Walters, Millikan Girls’ Volleyball
Millikan Girls’ Volleyball swept Lakewood in dominant fashion on Tuesday. Senior setter Lila Walters was a huge part of the Rams’ win, leading a balanced attack across the court.
Ryan Carter, Millikan Football
Ryan Carter scored the game-winner for Millikan in a 32-28 rivalry win vs Lakewood. Carter scored this final TD with just 35 seconds left on the clock, allowing him to finish the night with 190 total yards on 24 touches and three touchdowns.
Fernando Leanos, Cabrillo Football
Cabrillo’s win over Friday night made history — it was the first time the Jags had played and won a Hub City League game, along with marking their third win of the season; the most they’ve had since 2016. Quarterback Fernando Leanos stepped up in a big way for Cabrillo, slinging five touchdowns to secure the 33-28 thrilling win over Compton Centennial.
Jeron Johnson, Long Beach Poly Football
Jeron Johnson had an eventful second half in Long Beach Poly’s rivalry face off with Wilson on Saturday. The running back had eight carries for 74 yards throughout the game, scoring three touchdowns in the second half alone to lead the Jackrabbits to the 44-0 shutout victory.
COLLEGE
Radisson Banks, LBSU Soccer
Long Beach State handed California Baptist University their second loss of the season in a tight 1-0 win. The game proved to be a defensive contest, but a fantastic shot from Banks in the final minutes of the first half gave the Beach an edge over the Lancers.
