The562’s Athletes of the Week is sponsored by the Long Beach Century Club.
HIGH SCHOOL
Sammy Timu, Long Beach Poly Football
Long Beach Poly picked up a season-opening 24-7 win over Downey, and Sammy Timu played a huge role in the victory. Timu dominated on both sides of the line with a pair of sacks and a touchdown in the game.
Kyle Harris, Wilson Football
Kyle Harris had a big night in Wilson’s season-opener against Mayfair. Harris had four total touchdowns in the game, two receiving and the other two off kick returns.
Tasai Parker, Compton Football
Compton secured a huge win in their season-opener 91 Gridiron Game against Jordan. The Tarbabes took down the Panthers 41-13, and Tasai Parker had two pick sixes in the victory.
Donnie Johnson, Compton Football
Donnie Johnson showed out in his first game as a Compton Tarbabe. Johnson threw two touchdowns in Compton’s win over Jordan.
COLLEGE
Cherrie Cox, LBSU Soccer
Long Beach State is unbeaten and rolling with a 3-0-1 overall to start the 2026 season. Senior forward Cherrie Cox recorded a hat trick in the Beach’s 5-0 win over Fresno State.