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Golf Youth Sports

Q & A: Local Youth Golf Guru Len Kennett Hosting Tournament Again

The562’s coverage of Long Beach golf is sponsored by Dan and Desiree Gooch. Len Kennett is a Southern California golf icon. He has a passion for golf and a gift for giving back to his community by introducing the game to the next generation, helping players of all ages improve their game and telling wonderful stories […]

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Tennis Wilson

Long Beach Sports Top 10 Moments Of 2022-23: Millikan Girls’ Golf Wins First CIF Championship

At the end of every school year we look back to reminisce on the accomplishments that defined Long Beach sports over the last 12 months. This year has been extra special because of the variety of schools and sports represented on this list— which is a hallmark of our diverse city and athletic community. No. […]

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Tennis Wilson

Long Beach Sports Top 10 Moments Of 2022-23: Wilson Tennis Wins First CIF Championship

At the end of every school year we look back to reminisce on the accomplishments that defined Long Beach sports over the last 12 months. This year has been extra special because of the variety of schools and sports represented on this list— which is a hallmark of our diverse city and athletic community. No. […]

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Baseball Youth Sports

For The Fridge: Long Beach PONY 14U All-Stars Keep Winning

The Long Beach PONY 14U All-Stars have been absolutely dominating their competition this month. They’ve outscored their eight opponents 104-15 while winning the District and Central Region tournaments. “We have a powerhouse of a squad that is the deepest in my memory,” PONY president and manager Ken Jakemer said. “We’ve got great pitching, tremendous defense, […]

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Football Lakewood

Long Beach Sports Top 10 Moments Of 2022-23: Lakewood Football Hosts CIF Championship

At the end of every school year we look back to reminisce on the accomplishments that defined Long Beach sports over the last 12 months. This year has been extra special because of the variety of schools and sports represented on this list— which is a hallmark of our diverse city and athletic community. No. […]

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Baseball Youth Sports

For The Fridge: Lakewood Village Little League 11U All-Stars Win District 38 Championship

The Lakewood Village Little League 11U All-Stars won the District 38 Championship earlier this month by beating Long Beach 6-5 in extra innings of the title game. Lakewood Village used impeccable defense and phenomenal pitching by Cason Clark and Evan Raleigh to stay in control throughout the tournament. David Mancha and Henry Aguas provided the […]

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Football Long Beach Poly

Long Beach Sports Top 10 Moments Of 2022-23: Long Beach Poly Starts Girls’ Flag Football

At the end of every school year we look back to reminisce on the accomplishments that defined Long Beach sports over the last 12 months. This year has been extra special because of the variety of schools and sports represented on this list— which is a hallmark of our diverse city and athletic community. No. […]

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Football Long Beach Poly

Jeff Turley Returns to Long Beach Poly Football As Assistant Coach

With football season just weeks away, Long Beach Poly will have a familiar face roaming the sideline for the upcoming season. Longtime defensive coordinator Jeff Turley has returned to the Jackrabbits, where he’ll serve as the assistant head coach and defensive line assistant. Turley was defensive coordinator for the Jackrabbits for a decade under Raul […]

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Long Beach Poly Track & Field

Trent Bryson Wins National Masters Championship in the Steeplechase

Long Beach’s own Trent Bryson brought home a national championship this weekend from the USA Track and Field Masters National Championships meet happening in Greensboro, North Carolina. Bryson won the national title in the men’s 3000 meter steeplechase, with a time of 10:52.03. Bryson was representing the Cal Coast Track Club and had the fastest […]