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.
We had an action-packed week of football with Wilson and Compton moving to 2-0. We’ve got another slate of big games this week. All start times 7 p.m. unless noted. Friday, September 5 Poly vs TustinWilson vs Sunny HillsCompton vs ParamountJordan at La CanadaMillikan at DowneyCabrillo at BanningLakewood at EdisonSt. Anthony at Torrance Saturday, September […]
The562’s coverage of Long Beach Poly is sponsored by Bryson Financial. The562’s coverage of Lakewood Athletics is sponsored by J.P. Crawford, Class of 2013. Moore League title contenders Long Beach Poly looked the part on Tuesday night, as they opened up Moore League play with a statement win at home against Lakewood. The Jackrabbits’ 4-0 shutout was […]
