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The562.org’s Athletes of the Week

For the first time since March 9, 2020, we’re proud to present the562.org’s Athletes of the Week, sponsored by Naples Rib Company. HIGH SCHOOL Jason Parra, Millikan Cross Country In his first Moore League race, freshman Jason Parra shined against Wilson last week. The Rams’ rising star won the first dual meet of the season […]

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Long Beach State Men’s Basketball Completes Weekend Sweep of Cal Poly

Story by Matt Simon In front of support staff and fan cutouts, the Long Beach State men’s basketball team was able to do something it hasn’t done all season — win back to back games. After pulling out a closely-contested game on Friday night with one of their worst shooting performances of the season, the […]

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VIDEO: Long Beach State vs. Cal Poly, Men’s Basketball

NCAA Basketball: Long Beach State vs Cal Poly Long Beach State won its second straight game over Cal Poly, 74-69, on Saturday, February 20. 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.

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Michael Carter III Leads Long Beach State Men’s Basketball To Win

After a forgettable first half on Friday at Walter Pyramid, Long Beach State junior Michael Carter III took over and scored 23 second-half points in a 64-60 win over visiting Cal Poly. “Today was our best defensive effort of the year, and our worst offensive performance of the year,” Monson said. “But thankfully (Carter III) […]

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PODCAST: Interview With Wilson Coach C.J. Brewer

This week on the show we’re talking to Wilson cross country, soccer and track coach C.J. Brewer about getting his runners back in action this week and how every student-athlete deals with COVID-19 differently. 01:00 We covered high school sports this week! 11:30 Interview with Wilson coach C.J. Brewer 48:00 Which professional sport would you […]