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Long Beach State’s hire of Eric Valenzuela as the new coach of the Dirtbags brought a lot of reactions across our phones. The university was as confident as could be that they’d gotten their guy. Recruits were clearly thrilled — kids have been committing to the program while those who’d been committed to Valenzuela’s old […]
We’re counting down the top moments for Long Beach prep sports in 2018-19. 10. Lakewood Hires Scott Meyer The Moore League football landscape has been shaped by so many coaches coming and going, and for the first time in awhile, the league is getting a quality on-campus coach back again. In December, Lakewood hired Scott […]
After an extensive search that drew a number of high-profile candidates, Long Beach State athletic director Andy Fee confirmed that the university has hired St. Mary’s coach Eric Valenzuela as the next coach of the Dirtbags. “Being the head baseball coach at Long Beach State is a dream,” Valenzuela said. “I’m excited to be part […]
This week we’re talking with Long Beach State athletic director Andy Fee about the top 10 most important stories on campus over the last year. Episode 36 – Top 10 Stories From The Year And Mailbag With Andy Fee by lbsuathletics We close out the year before our summer hiatus by looking back and then […]
STORY BY MATT SIMON Sophomore Hailey Houston and Wilson softball had something special brewing on Tuesday at Joe Rodgers as the Bruins cruised to a 10-3 victory over San Marcos in the second round of the CIF Southern Section Division 3 playoffs. After giving up a leadoff single to start the game, Houston retired the […]
By Danny Katene Marindin Millikan came to Wilson’s Stephens Field on Thursday looking for a season sweep after dominating in a 10-goal win last month, but the Bruins had different plans. Wilson’s Charley Littleworth scored the game winner in overtime after a very even game, 7-6. The score was tied 2-2 at halftime, and 6-6 […]
California native Alexander Rossi capped a perfect weekend at the 45th Acura Grand Prix Of Long Beach by winning Sunday’s race by a record margin, and becoming the first repeat champion on the downtown street course in 12 years. WATCH trackside video with quotes from Rossi Rossi is the eighth multiple champion in Long Beach […]
Troy Buckley is out as head coach of the Long Beach State Dirtbags after being fired Thursday evening. UPDATE (April 12, 11:05 p.m.) Multiple sources familiar with the university investigation into Buckley confirmed that he was terminated after a reported incidence of workplace violence. Following a recent baseball game Buckley is alleged to have gone after […]