Matt Simon has been covering sports since 2013. During his time at Long Beach State, he served as sports editor for the Daily 49er while completing his degree. Since then, he has reported extensively on athletics throughout Southern California for multiple publications. He also served as an assistant editor at The Maui News before joining The562.org as a correspondent. In 2025, he was brought on as an assistant editor.
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The562’s standings, schedule, and rankings stories are sponsored by International City Plumbers. Here’s where things stand after three weeks of high school football season in Long Beach. Subscribe to the562 on GiveButter to make a recurring donation and keep Long Beach sports coverage free!
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 Emily Castano, Wilson Softball Wilson ace Emily Castano was great against Long Beach Poly on Monday and led […]
