Millikan football was all business in the Moore League opener at Jordan on Friday night. The Rams showed poise and persistence in their 42-0 win over the Panthers. “We’re growing,” said Millikan receiver Angelo Miranda, who finished the night with 144 yards and a touchdown on five catches. Millikan (2-3) but got off to a […]
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High School Football Preview: Lakewood vs. Cabrillo
A pair of Moore League teams who are still learning a lot about themselves will start the league schedule tonight as Lakewood takes on Cabrillo. Kickoff is scheduled for 7 p.m. at Veterans Memorial Stadium. LISTEN to our podcast as we hand out midseason grades to all of the local football teams. This is a […]
High School Football Preview: Millikan vs. Jordan
Moore League football teams have a variety of experiences already this season, so it’s hard to set realistic expectations. The start of the new league season tonight sends Millikan to Jordan where the Panthers haven’t beaten the Rams since 2016. Kickoff is scheduled for 7 p.m. Jordan (2-2) has the best record in the city […]
PODCAST: Long Beach Football Midseason Report Cards
On this special episode we’re checking in with the Long Beach high school football teams and giving them midseason report cards before the Moore League season starts on Friday night. Support The562.org
The562.org’s Athletes of the Week
Congratulations to our Athletes of the Week, sponsored by Naples Rib Company. HIGH SCHOOL Shayna Martinez, Lakewood Volleyball Lakewood’s Shayna Martinez led the Lancers to a championship performance in the Dave Mohs Tournament last weekend, and earned tourney MVP honors for her excellent play. She had 37 kills and 21 digs in four matches to […]
Moore League Girls’ Tennis Preview
Moore League girls’ tennis will return to its regular schedule this fall, after sharing the spotlight with boys’ tennis earlier this spring. There will be a new individual champion this year after Wilson senior Maddie Tadd brought home the title back in May, and the Bruins will be looking to replace her at the top […]
Football: Millikan Drops Thriller To La Mirada, 27-26
Millikan’s preseason schedule presented them with a healthy variety of opponents and challenges. After a one-possession game in the season opener, the Rams suffered a lopsided loss to high-powered Carlsbad before earning a blowout against St. Anthony last week. With La Mirada (3-1) visiting a lively DeHaven Stadium on Friday night, Millikan (1-3) once again […]
VIDEO: Millikan vs. La Mirada, Football
High School Football: Millikan vs. La Mirada Millikan and La Mirada played an exciting game on Friday night that came down to the final minute. 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. Support […]
Football: Lakewood Beat By Mayfair In Rivalry Game
Another slow start full of mistakes doomed Lakewood in its 55-21 loss to crosstown rival Mayfair on Friday night at Veterans Memorial Stadium. The Monsoons scored on the first play of the night and never looked back. “I say the same thing every week, I love the way we keep fighting but we start slow,” […]