Mike Guardabascio
An LBC native, Mike Guardabascio has been covering Long Beach sports professionally for 13 years, with his work published in dozens of Southern California magazines and newspapers. He's won numerous awards for his writing as well as the CIF Southern Section’s Champion For Character Award, and is the author of three books about Long Beach history.
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The562.org’s Athletes of the Week

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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 Boys’ Cross Country Preview

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All of The562’s cross-country coverage for the 2021-22 school year is sponsored by Bryson. Visit BrysonFinancial.com to learn more. Earlier this spring, the cross country season brought high school sports back with a fervor. Millikan freshman Jason Parra impressed from his first varsity race all the way until he claimed victory at Moore League Finals, but […]

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2024 Top 10 Long Beach Sports Moments: No. 10 Long Beach State Men’s Basketball Reaches NCAA Tournament

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Coach Dan Monson’s final days with Long Beach State men’s basketball made national headlines in March. After 17 years at the helm, Monson was told just before the Big West Conference Tournament that he wouldn’t be brought back for next season. Less than a week later, LBSU won the Big West title and automatic spot […]