Another incredible performance from Damian Henderson and huge defensive stops in the clutch moments helped Jordan pick up a historic 21-20 win on Friday night at Wilson after a possible game-winning field goal went wide for the Bruins in the final minute. It’s the first time the Panthers (4-4, 2-2) have beaten the Bruins (1-6, […]
One couldn’t begrudge Damian Henderson if he were mad at the world. “I worry about where I’m going to sleep at night or hoping there’s something for me to eat at home and making sure my family is right,” Henderson said. However, the Jordan High football and basketball star hasn’t let his family issues change […]
If Wilson or Jordan have any dreams of making the CIF Southern Section playoffs they must win tonight as the Panthers visit the Bruins with only three weeks left in the regular season. Kickoff is scheduled for 7 p.m. Wilson (1-5, 1-2) has improved mightily since struggling against quality competition in the non-league schedule, and […]
The562 is thrilled to welcome eight talented LBUSD high school students into our inaugural class of interns for the 2021-22 school year. The interns were selected after a competitive application and interview process, which brought in applications from high schools across the city. The eight interns will be divided evenly into two groups: one for […]
As we head into the eighth week of high school football games in Long Beach, here’s a look at where everyone stands. Support The562.org
Here’s a look at this week’s high school football schedule in Long Beach and the Moore League this week. Long Beach Poly and Cabrillo’s game has been canceled due to a positive test in Cabrillo’s program; the Jackrabbits are looking for a replacement game. Millikan vs. Compton at Compton College, 7:30 p.m. Jordan at Wilson […]
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High School Football: Compton vs. Jordan Jordan hosted Compton for a key Moore League matchup on Homecoming. For more coverage of all Long Beach sports, head to www.The562.org. We are a non-profit, community-funded media outlet in the City of Long Beach, covering primarily sports and education. PHOTOS: Jordan vs. Compton Football Support The562.org
Compton (2-2, 1-0) is surely excited to get back out on the field after playing just one game the past three weeks. Their one contest was a 36-14 league win at Wilson, and Compton will look to continue to forge its path to the playoffs tonight in J-Town, While this game was originally slated for […]