Welcome back to By the Books, where we break down the standings of all our local teams in the CIF, state, and national polls.

The Wilson Bruins went out to the Wilshire Country Club and couldn’t catch Loyola, 190-189.

Here’s the preview for the 46th Annual Congressional Cup here in the water surrounding Long Beach as they award yet another Crimson Blazer.

A look at the three players from Long Beach who made the All-CIF boys’ soccer team.

A look at the players from Long Beach who made the All-CIF girls’ soccer team.

Long Beach’s Rugby team secured a league victory last week with a 30-29 win over UC Irvine.

Our look at the upcoming 2010 season for the Lakewood Lancers baseball team.

Our look at the upcoming 2010 season for the Wilson Bruins baseball team.

Our look at the upcoming 2010 season for the Millikan Rams baseball team.

Our look at the upcoming 2010 season for the Poly Jackrabbits baseball team.