The562’s coverage of football in 2024-25 is sponsored by The Terry Donahue Memorial California Showcase. The562’s coverage of Long Beach Poly is sponsored by Bryson Financial.
Author: Tyler Hendrickson
Tyler Hendrickson was born and raised in Long Beach, and started covering sports in his hometown in 2010. After five years as a sportswriter, Tyler joined the athletic department at Long Beach State University in 2015. He spent more than four years in the athletic communications department, working primarily with the Dirtbags baseball program. Tyler also co-authored of The History of Long Beach Poly: Scholars & Champions.
Football: Cabrillo Head Coach Shane Gonzales Steps Down
The562’s coverage of football in 2024-25 is sponsored by The Terry Donahue Memorial California Showcase. The562’s coverage of Cabrillo Athletics is sponsored by the Cohn Family. After four years in charge of the Cabrillo Jaguars football program, head coach Shane Gonzales confirmed that he’s stepped down as head coach. Gonzales has returned to Mayfair High’s coaching staff, […]
CIF Volleyball: Long Beach Poly Opens State Tournament With Win Over Cypress
The562’s coverage of high school volleyball in 2024-2025 is brought to you by the MLP’s Bay Area Breakers. The562’s coverage of Long Beach Poly is sponsored by Bryson Financial. Coming off a pair of emotional five-set comebacks, including in the CIF-SS championship match on Saturday, it takes a certain amount of mental fortitude to get back […]
CIF Football: Millikan Suffers Controversial Loss to Crean Lutheran
The562’s coverage of football in 2024-25 is sponsored by The Terry Donahue Memorial California Showcase. The 2024 Millikan Rams changed the narrative around their football program, rewriting record books by winning their first Moore League championship in decades. Unfortunately for the Rams, they were unable to flip the script on their postseason fortunes, and it felt […]
VIDEO: Millikan vs. Crean Lutheran, CIF Football
The562’s coverage of football in 2024-25 is sponsored by The Terry Donahue Memorial California Showcase.
Preview: Millikan vs. Crean Lutheran, CIF Football
The562’s coverage of football in 2024-25 is sponsored by The Terry Donahue Memorial California Showcase. After weathering some early bumps in the road, it has been smooth sailing for the Millikan Rams as they head into the CIF-SS Division 3 playoffs. Winners of seven straight games, the 8-2 Rams are rested and ready to make a […]
Cross Country: Millikan Boys, Poly Girls Defend Team Championships at Heartwell
The562’s cross country and track & field coverage is sponsored by Joe Carlson & Debbie Hughes. On a windy evening at Heartwell Park, the Moore League’s top distance runners faced off with cross country championships up for grabs. When the dust settled and the sun set, the trophies stayed with the teams that brought them, […]
VIDEO: Moore League Cross Country Finals
The562’s cross country and track & field coverage is sponsored by Joe Carlson & Debbie Hughes.
PREVIEW: Long Beach State Women’s Basketball Begins Second Season Under Coach Amy Wright
The562’s coverage of Long Beach State athletics for the 2024-25 season is sponsored by Marilyn Bohl. The562’s coverage of Long Beach State Basketball is sponsored by CSULB Distinguished Alumnus Nelson Farris. Year one of the Amy Wright era for Long Beach State women’s basketball had its share of ups and downs. The Beach experienced some growing pains […]
Preview: Moore League Cross Country Finals
The562’s cross country and track & field coverage is sponsored by Joe Carlson & Debbie Hughes. The dramatic conclusion to the Moore League cross country season is set for Wednesday evening at Heartwell Park. Lower level races begin at 2 p.m. with varsity closing the show. The boys’ varsity race is set to begin at […]