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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As The562 turns its attention to the winter sports season, we are excited to announce our newest sponsor of local sports coverage in Long Beach. All of The562’s coverage from the 2025-26 boys’ and girls’ soccer season has been sponsored by former Long Beach Poly goalkeeper Kennedy Justin, Class of 2023. “As a proud Long […]

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