Matt Simon
Matt Simon has been covering sports since 2013. During his time at Long Beach State, he served as sports editor for the Daily 49er while completing his degree. Since then, he has reported extensively on athletics throughout Southern California for multiple publications. He also served as an assistant editor at The Maui News before joining The562.org as a correspondent. In 2025, he was brought on as an assistant editor.
http://the562.org

Related Articles

Screen Shot 2019 07 18 at 9.41.57 PM
Baseball Video Youth Sports

VIDEO: Uptown Long Beach 10U All-Stars Win Big in Honolulu

JJ Fiddler

The Uptown Long Beach 10U All-Stars beat Guam 11-1 yesterday in their second mercy rule victory of the Pacific South West Regional in Honolulu. Pitcher Jack Champlin picked up the win after giving up one hit in 2.3 innings while striking out six and only walking one. Uptown LB tallied 15 hits and scored nine […]

Screen Shot 2020 01 08 at 7.57.01 PM
Cabrillo Long Beach Poly Soccer Video

VIDEO: Long Beach Poly vs. Cabrillo, Boys’ Soccer

JJ Fiddler

High School Soccer: Long Beach Poly vs. Cabrillo Visit The562.org for more Long Beach sports coverage.

Screenshot 2024 10 22 At 10.53.37 pm
Long Beach Poly Video Water Polo Wilson

VIDEO: Long Beach Poly vs. Wilson, Boys’ Water Polo

JJ Fiddler

The562’s coverage of Aquatic sports in Long Beach is sponsored by the Aquatic Capital of America Foundation. The562’s coverage of Long Beach Wilson Athletics is sponsored by Joel Bitonio, Class of 2009. The562’s coverage of Long Beach Poly is sponsored by Bryson Financial.