Dsc 0301a 1024x731
Football Millikan Wilson

High School Football Preview: Wilson vs. Millikan

This could be the most evenly matched Moore League football game of the Spring season. Both Wilson and Millikan have picked up wins against local rivals while showcasing where they need improvement. Kickoff is scheduled for 7 p.m. at Millikan’s DeHaven Stadium. “We’re just trying to find that identity with a lot of young guys […]

Collage Fotor
Athlete of the Week Football Long Beach Poly Long Beach State Softball Volleyball Wilson

The562.org’s Athletes of the Week

Congratulations to our Athletes of the Week and thanks to Naples Rib Company for their sponsorship. HIGH SCHOOL Wendell “WoWo” Moe, Long Beach Poly Football Long Beach Poly junior Wendell “WoWo” Moe might be the best player on the field this year. The 6’4” 340 pound junior lineman has been playing both ways, powering Poly’s […]

Art 4068
Compton Football Long Beach Poly

Football: Long Beach Poly Stifles Compton

The Long Beach Poly football team’s dominant run through the Moore League took another step on Friday as the Jackrabbits celebrated the school’s 125th anniversary on Homecoming night. It was the first game that the full marching band, drumline, choir, and others were allowed to join the cheerleaders, and the game had a festive atmosphere. […]

Screen Shot 2021 04 02 At 1.43.21 Am
Football Millikan

Football: Orange Overwhelms Millikan With Fast Start

A little more than halfway through the first quarter, the Millikan Rams (2-2) found themselves on the wrong end of a 30-0 deficit on Thursday night, enduring an avalanche from the host Orange Panthers (4-0) in all facets of the game.  Orange got three first-half rushing touchdowns from quarterback Daylen Pedroza, helping them to a […]

Screen Shot 2021 04 02 At 1.06.58 Am
Football Millikan Video

VIDEO: Millikan vs. Orange, Football

High School Football: Millikan vs. Orange Millikan visited Orange High for a Thursday non-league showdown. For more coverage of all Long Beach sports, head to www.The562.org. We are a non-profit, community-funded media outlet in the City of Long Beach, covering primarily sports and education. Support The562.org

Dsc 0471a
Football Jordan Wilson

Football: Wilson Wins Big On Senior Night

After a slow start Friday night, Wilson came alive and scored 42 unanswered points on Senior Night in a 48-7 win over visiting Jordan in Moore League action. Wilson coach Mark Ziegenhagen said he played as many seniors as he could in this second game in a week against Jordan, and four-year varsity player Tyrie […]