Sports Reporter covering the LA Sparks, HS Sports and Marathons for Southern California News Group | @CMUniversity & @NewhouseSU alum | Journalism Professor
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He won the 2026 Los Angeles Marathon in 2:11:16.50, capturing the title in the final stride of the 26.2 mile race Sunday.
I’m breaking down Long Beach Poly football’s dominant 42-0 win over Millikan in what was essentially the Moore League championship game.
Poly’s defense was fast and physical as they forced six turnovers, including hauling in five interceptions.
Long Beach Poly coach Travon Patterson on his team’s 42-0 win over Millikan in the Moore League championship game.
Poly’s offense scored six touchdowns, led by three touchdowns catches by junior receiver Zion Anderson.
Poly’s defense hauled in five interceptions.
Millikan football coach Romeo Pellum on his team’s six turnovers, including five interceptions in a 42-0 loss at home against Long Beach Poly in the Moore League championship game Friday night.
The Rams are 2-7 overall and 2-1 in the Moore League and must beat Wilson on Oct. 30 to secure an automatic playoff berth.
Both teams are back on the field warming up.
Long Beach Poly vs. Millikan for first place in the Moore League is still on tap but the start time is going to be delayed until about 8 p.m.