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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Congratulations to our Athletes of the Week and thanks to Naples Rib Company for their sponsorship. HIGH SCHOOL Trevor Thompson, Millikan Wrestling Coach’s son Trevor Thompson knows plenty about Millikan’s wrestling legacy, and the junior added his own name to that history at the Moore League Finals on Saturday. Thompson won his third consecutive league […]

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Nearly 60 Long Beach Entries Prepare For CIF-SS Track Championships

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The562’s cross country and track & field coverage is sponsored by an anonymous donation, in appreciation of Coach Ron Allice. It’s going to be a memorable day for the Long Beach track and field world Saturday at Moorpark High, with the city once again poised for a championship type of weekend. A full 58 Long […]

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VIDEO: Long Beach Poly vs. Lakewood, Boys’ Basketball

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High School Boys’ Basketball: Long Beach Poly vs. Lakewood Lakewood hosted Long Beach Poly with a shot at the Moore League title on the line. Meanwhile, Poly was looking to secure an outright championship and a perfect 12-0 league record. For more coverage of all Long Beach sports, head to www.The562.org. Support The562.org