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Arman Archouniani

Arman Archouniani, Sports Editor

Arman Archouniani (he/him) is the sports editor for Golden Gate Xpress. He is majoring in journalism and minoring in media literacy. He was born and raised in Daly City and enjoys living in the area. As a kid, his dream was to become a professional athlete. Arman loves his local sports teams such as the Golden State Warriors, the San Francisco 49ers, and the San Francisco Giants. He was previously the sports editor for The Skyline View at Skyline College. His dream now is to become a sports analyst for a major sports media company.

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Sitdown with SFSU Head Athletic Photographer Vanden Harris

Victor Harris Jr and Arman Archouniani May 28, 2024

Introduction Arman Welcome back to The Chomp podcast. My name is Arman Archouniani and I'm the sports editor. Victor I'm Victor Harris, Jr. I'm the podcast editor. Arman And today we're...

Joanne, who preferred to not give her last name, is pictured in her home on Wednesday, May 8, 2024. Hosna Zaman occasionally visits Joanne’s home to help take care of her. (Andrew Fogel / Golden Gate Xpress)

San Francisco’s caregiving challenge has new solutions

Arman Archouniani, Sports Editor May 25, 2024

San Francisco has always been home to a variety of people. Generations of families have kept the culture and city alive throughout the years, even amidst the changing landscapes of the Bay.  But at...

Kimberly DeBoer initiates the Excellence in Sports Performance Yearly event in Annex I on Monday, April 29, 2024. (Adriana Hernandez / Golden Gate Xpress)

Student-athletes recognized in annual awards ceremony filled with cheers and joy

Arman Archouniani, Sports Editor May 1, 2024

Student-athletes were recognized for their accomplishments on Monday in the second-ever San Francisco State University Excellence in Sports Performance Yearly awards by the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee. SAAC...

The Chomp: SFSU baseball’s Justin Johnson hits stride with big week

Arman Archouniani and Victor Harris Jr Mar 26, 2024

Welcome to the Xpress podcast, a podcast that brings city and statewide perspectives to SF State news. In the latest episode of the Chomp, podcast editor Victor Harris Jr and Arman Archouniani chat with...

Sage Bridges-Bey, a San Francisco State University women’s basketball player, poses in the Gymnasium on Thursday, March 21, 2024. Bridges-Bay recently received AII CCAA honors. (Gustavo Hernandez / Golden Gate Express)

From sidelined to headlined

Arman Archouniani, Sports Editor Mar 25, 2024

Through adversity and pain, Sage Bridges-Bey mustered up an honorable mention for All-CCAA in her inaugural season with San Francisco State University’s women’s basketball. Bridges-Bey, a junior...

Members of the San Francisco State University baseball team high-five infielder Jacob French (right) after the first inning against Cal State San Bernardino Maloney Field on Friday. (Sean Young / Golden Gate Xpress)

Gators look forward to chomping up the competition

Arman Archouniani, Sports Editor Feb 23, 2024

The San Francisco State University baseball team has high hopes going into the rest of the season, with the Gators taking series wins over Montana State University Billings and Western Oregon. “We...

The Chomp: Lawrence Saenz, SFSU wrestler, grapples into top 10 of NWCA rankings

Victor Harris Jr and Arman Archouniani Dec 15, 2023

Welcome to the Xpress podcast, a podcast that brings city and statewide perspectives to SF State news. In the latest episode of the Chomp podcast, staff reporter Victor Harris Jr and sports editor Arman...

Alec Smith dunks a one-handed during the dunk contest. Nov. 13, 2023. (Colin Flynn/Golden Gate Xpress)

SFSU men’s basketball looks forward to Hawaii trip

Arman Archouniani, Sports Editor Dec 15, 2023

Aloha! The men’s basketball team of San Francisco State University will go on a week-long trip to the island of Hawaii, including three games during their stay. The Big Island Holiday Classic will...

The Chomp: SFSU Men’s Basketball forward Jailen Daniel-Dalton, from the bayou to the swamp

Arman Archouniani and Victor Harris Jr Dec 11, 2023

Welcome to the Xpress podcast, a podcast that brings city and statewide perspectives to SF State news. In the latest episode of the Chomp podcast, staff reporter Victor Harris Jr and sports editor Arman...

SF State athletes now have the opportunity to monetize their Name, Image, and likeness to help fund their athletics and studies. (Graphic by Michaela Mateo / Golden Gate Xpress)

SFSU athletes enhance knowledge of NIL benefits

Arman Archouniani, Sports Editor Dec 7, 2023

The recent NIL deal reshapes the new landscape towards student-athletes, affording them more of a chance to make a name for themselves by bringing money in. NIL, an abbreviation for name, image and...

A line-up of cars brought in by the Gator Greasers Automotive Club for their first car show on SF State campus in support of Toys for Tots on Dec. 1 , 2023. (Michaela Mateo / Golden Gate Xpress)

Gator Greasers rev their engines in holiday charity drive

Arman Archouniani, Sports Editor Dec 1, 2023

Vroom! Vroom! The Gator Greasers held a fundraiser featuring auto vehicles displayed outside the Humanities building on Friday afternoon. President of the Gator Greasers Automotive Club, Kevin Vekaria,...

SFSU women’s cross-country team competing at the 2023 Western Regionals at the Ash Creek Preserve, Monmouth, Oregon on Nov. 4, 2023. (Kendrick Mooney / San Francisco State Athletics)

Gators stay competitive, manage to rack up awards at CCAA championship

Arman Archouniani, Sports Editor Nov 10, 2023

As the echo of the starting pistol blared, the distance runners started their exhilarating journey to the finish line. Several San Francisco State University athletes finished strong in the cross-country...

Carissa Capinpin, a senior and captain of the SFSU women’s soccer team, throws a soccer ball in the air during a portrait shoot in Cox Stadium on Tuesday, Oct. 3, 2023. (Andrew Fogel/Golden Gate Xpress)

Carissa Capinpin’s stellar play led to her first CCAA Honors of the season

Arman Archouniani, Sports Editor Oct 13, 2023

Carissa Capinpin's competitive spirit brought the women’s soccer team a lift out of a five-game losing streak last month and earned herself the California Collegiate Athletic Association Offensive Player...

The Chomp: A sit down with SF State wrestler Kweli Hernandez-Maitre

Victor Harris Jr and Arman Archouniani Sep 25, 2023

Welcome to the Xpress podcast, a podcast that brings city and statewide perspectives to SF State news. Staff reporter Victor Harris Jr. and Sports editor Arman Archounian touch on local sports and sit...

The Chomp: Distance Runner Dominic Clima, recaps Gators track and field season

The Chomp: Distance Runner Dominic Clima, recaps Gators track and field season

Arman Archouniani and Steven Rissotto May 15, 2023

Welcome to the Xpress podcast, a podcast that brings city and statewide perspectives to SF State news. Arman Archouniani, staff reporter, and Steven Rissotto, copy editor talk to Distance Runner Dominic...

(From L-R) Gators shortstop Mia Misasi, third baseman Teya Vincent, right fielder Daniella Guerrera and second baseman Kai-Lynn DeLeon pose for a portrait at the softball field at SF State on Wednesday,
May 10, 2023. Despite having only one senior student and not making the playoffs, the Gator softball team had the eighth-most wins in program history. (Aaron Levy-Wolins/Golden Gate Xpress)

SF State softball team finds unexpected leadership, scores eighth best record in program history

Arman Archouniani, Sports Editor May 14, 2023

Despite a roster with only three upperclassmen, the SF State softball team mustered enough leadership to finish the season with the eighth most wins in program history. The Gators finished the season...

A car drives by a pay station in Lot 20 at SF State on May 8, 2023. (Dan Hernandez for Golden Gate Xpress)

SF State students share thoughts on high campus parking costs

Arman Archouniani, Sports Editor May 12, 2023

Students not only have to deal with the hassle of finding parking, but also expensive prices during the process. Finding an accessible parking spot during the early hours of the morning — when everyone...

SF State senior, Kody Gardner poses for a portrait at The Swamp at SF State on Monday, April 24, 2023. Gardner plays first base for the Gators. He won the CCAA player of the week twice this year. (Chris Myers /  Golden Gate Express)

Kody Gardner is closing his senior year in style after rough start to college baseball career

Arman Archouniani, Sports Editor Apr 30, 2023

Kody Gardner had not played baseball for two and a half seasons after a slow start to his college baseball career. He now has earned two conference Player of the Week awards and leads a successful Gators...

The Chomp: Grant Parr and Jim Afremow talk about mental health for college athletes

The Chomp: Grant Parr and Jim Afremow talk about mental health for college athletes

Arman Archouniani and Steven Rissotto Apr 27, 2023

Welcome to the Chomp Pod, a podcast that brings city and statewide perspectives to SF State news. Arman Archouniani, staff reporter, and Steven Rissotto, copy editor talk to mental performance coach Grant...

Art made by MSA members depicting some of the 99 names for God hangs on the wall of the MSA office in the Cesar Chavez Student Center at SF State, on April 18, 2023. (Tatyana Ekmekjian/Golden Gate Xpress)

Freedom of speech in classrooms is in debate after professor shows Muhammad portrait

Adriana Hernandez and Arman Archouniani Apr 21, 2023

An SF State history professor is currently under investigation for showing an image of the Prophet Muhammad in one of his courses last fall. Physical depictions of Muhammad are prohibited in Islamic culture, ...

Aidan Murtagh runs the men’s 1500 meter run  during the Johnny Mathis Invitational track meet at SF State’s Cox Stadium on Saturday, April 15, 2023. (Miguel Francesco Carrion / Golden Gate Xpress)

SF State Track and Field team performs strong at Johnny Mathis Invitational

Arman Archouniani and Steven Rissotto Apr 17, 2023

SF State’s track and field team gave a solid performance at their home turf during the Johnny Mathis Invitational on Friday and Saturday afternoon at Cox Stadium. The event featured both women and men’s...

The Chomp: Macaria Moore-Bastide’s incredible performances gets her an All American honor in High Jump

The Chomp: Macaria Moore-Bastide’s incredible performances gets her an All American honor in High Jump

Arman Archouniani and Jack Davies Apr 14, 2023

Welcome to the Xpress podcast, a podcast that brings city and statewide perspectives to SF State news.  Jack Davies, sports editor and Arman Archouniani, staff reporter for the Golden Gate Xpress sat...

Jolene Armendariz poses for a portrait outside of Don Nasser Family Plaza at SF State on Wednesday, March 29, 2023. Armendariz broke the single game and season record for most 3-pointers. (Gina Castro / Golden Gate Xpress)

SF State women’s basketball player Jolene Armendariz breaks single game and season record for most 3-point shots

Arman Archouniani, Sports Editor Mar 31, 2023

Jolene Armendariz grew up playing basketball against her older sister, who played a physical style. Armendariz decided to mold her game further from the basket, making buckets that count as three instead...

The Chomp: Senior Forward Eche Okeke shares his experience on closing out his final season at SF State

The Chomp: Senior Forward Eche Okeke shares his experience on closing out his final season at SF State

Jack Davies and Arman Archouniani Mar 20, 2023

Welcome to the Chomp Pod, a sports podcast that brings Bay Area sports news to SF State. In February, SF State Senior Eche Okeke was one of four students who earned All-CCAA honors for the 2022-23 season....

A partially empty pool sits in the closed aquatics area at Mashouf Wellness Center at SF State on Tuesday, Feb. 21, 2023. (Benjamin Fanjoy / Golden Gate Xpress)

Questions around the Mashouf Wellness Center Pool continue as no date set for re-opening

Arman Archouniani, Sports Editor Feb 26, 2023

The mystery of the Mashouf Wellness Center Pool closure continues, as students haven’t been able to utilize the pool since it closed in May of 2022. Despite multiple postponements of the pool’s reopening,...

The SF State wrestling team joins in for a huddle before an at-home match in Dan Nasser plaza on January 29, 2023. The team chanted the name of Hamzah Alsaudi in a mixture of visible emotions and promised to take home a win in his honor. Alsaudi is still missing at sea after two weeks of searching. (Joshua Carter/Golden Gate Xpress)

SF State remembers Hamzah Alsaudi, family still searching

Arman Archouniani and Anessa Bailon Feb 6, 2023

Members of the SF State wrestling team gathered in a huddle before their first meet since Hamzah Alsaudi went missing on Jan. 19. Coach Anthony Mancini promised to take home a win.  Mancini led the...

Assata Polk, a part of the Track and Field team, talks about balancing school and being a student athlete at San Francisco State University in San Francisco CA., Monday, January 30, 2023. (Chris Myers/ Golden Gate Express)

Athletics

Arman Archouniani, Sports Editor Jan 31, 2023

While most students returned to campus for the first time in a month and a half, today was another routine day for the student-athletes who stayed to train during winter break.  In the SF State Gymnasium,...

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