The562’s coverage of Jordan Athletics is sponsored by former LBUSD superintendent Chris Steinhauser.
Author: 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 entering his second year at Long Beach State.
PREVIEW: Jordan vs. Bell Gardens, Football
The562’s coverage of Jordan Athletics is sponsored by former LBUSD superintendent Chris Steinhauser. The Jordan football team is desperate for its first win of the season before Moore League play, and they have a tough task ahead of them against Bell Gardens. The two teams will square off on Friday at 7pm. It hasn’t been […]
VIDEO: Long Beach Poly vs. Lakewood, Flag Football
The562’s coverage of Lakewood Athletics is sponsored by J.P. Crawford, Class of 2013.
Long Beach State Men’s and Women’s Basketball Release 2025-26 Schedules
The562’s coverage of Long Beach State athletics for the 2025-26 season is sponsored by Marilyn Bohl. The562’s coverage of Long Beach State Basketball is sponsored by CSULB Distinguished Alumnus Nelson Farris. Basketball will look different at Long Beach State this year—whether that’s seen as for better or for worse. The Beach men’s and women’s basketball […]
Football: Wilson Finishes Strong In Dominant Home-Opener Against Sunny Hills
The562’s coverage of Long Beach Wilson Athletics is sponsored by Joel Bitonio, Class of 2009. Wilson’s home opener against Sunny Hills on Friday night was a tale of two halves. The Bruins took a one-score lead on the final play of a 35-point first half, before nearly shutting out the Lancers and outscoring them by 21 […]
VIDEO: Wilson vs. Sunny Hills, Football
The562’s coverage of Long Beach Wilson Athletics is sponsored by Joel Bitonio, Class of 2009.
PREVIEW: Wilson vs. Sunny Hills, Football
The562’s coverage of Long Beach Wilson Athletics is sponsored by Joel Bitonio, Class of 2009. It’s been a dominant start to the season for the Wilson football team, and the Bruins are looking to improve to 3-0 for the first time since 2021. They’ll put their undefeated record on the line in their home opener […]
Flag Football: Millikan Comes Alive for Win Over Compton
The562’s coverage of Millikan Athletics for the 2025-26 school year is sponsored by Brian Ramsey and TLD Law. It was a classic Moore League flag football matchup at DeHaven Stadium on Wednesday afternoon, and a close one for about three-fourths of the game. Compton started quickly and gave Millikan a run for their money, but […]
Long Beach High School Boys’ Water Polo Preview
The562’s coverage of aquatic sports in Long Beach in 2025-26 is sponsored by Watersafe Swim School. With first-year coaches, returning champions, and brand-new aquatic facilities in Long Beach, there’s plenty to look forward to in the high school boys’ water polo season. We checked in with every team ahead of the season as they prepare […]
Wilson Boys’ Water Polo Preview
The562’s coverage of aquatic sports in Long Beach in 2025-26 is sponsored by Watersafe Swim School. The562’s coverage of Long Beach Wilson Athletics is sponsored by Joel Bitonio, Class of 2009. The Wilson boys’ water polo program isn’t historic for being at the top of the Moore League—it’s for being at the top of the […]