Armenian Sports News Podcast

Chris Hacopian: Highly-Touted ARMENIAN Baseball Prospect Projected For First Round Of MLB Draft

Texas A&M infielder Chris Hacopian joins the ASN Podcast ahead of the 2026 MLB Draft. Projected as one of the top Armenian baseball prospects in years, Hacopian opens up about his road to draft day, his time at Maryland and Texas A&M, battling through injuries, playing in front of the Aggie faithful, and what it means to follow in the footsteps of his father, who was drafted by Cleveland in the 1990s. Chris also discusses his Armenian identity, the support he has received from the Armenian community, his relationship with his brother Eddie, his faith, and the possibility of one day helping build an Armenian national baseball team. Follow Armenian Sports News for more interviews, features, and coverage of Armenian athletes around the world. #ChrisHacopian #ArmenianSportsNews #MLBDraft #TexasAMBaseball #ArmenianAthletes #Baseball

Leon Shahbazyan Ready To “Shake Up” UFC Welterweight Division In Debut | ASN Interview

Leon Shahbazyan is officially in the UFC. Ahead of his short-notice debut against Levan Chokheli at UFC Fight Night in Las Vegas, Shahbazyan joins Armenian Sports News to talk about finally getting the call, staying calm during fight week, his familiarity with the Apex, and why he believes he is ready to make a statement in the welterweight division. Leon also opens up about the difficult road back after his Contender Series loss, how faith helped him rebuild his career, the role of his coaches and family, his visualization process before fight night, and what it means to represent the Armenian community on the UFC stage. Fight week coverage is powered by Your Favorite Attorney, Nelson Gevorkyan, Esq.

Edmen Shahbazyan Seeking Top 5 UFC Ranking As He Prepares For Battle With Brendan Allen In Las Vegas

Edmen Shahbazyan is looking to take another major step toward the top of the UFC middleweight division. Shahbazyan returns to action in Las Vegas for a pivotal matchup against Brendan Allen, with a potential top-five ranking on the line. The Armenian-American contender discusses the pressure, the opportunity and what this fight means for his career. He speaks with Jason Takhtadjian about the fight, life as a father and working with Capo Nutrition.

Hype FC CEO Armand Martirosian Talks Arman Vs. Danis, Claims Georgio Poullas Declined $2.6M Offer

In this week’s episode of the Armenian Sports News Podcast, Andre Khatchaturian sits down one-on-one with Hype FC CEO Armand Martirosian. Martirosian discusses a potential matchup between Arman Tsarukyan and Dillon Danis, and reveals that Georgio Poullas walked away from a $2.6 million opportunity to face Tsarukyan. Plus, special guest Lev Sarkisyan makes an appearance.

From Bayern Munich To Armenia… To The Women’s World Cup?? | The MARAL ARTIN Interview

Armenia’s rise in women’s football isn’t accidental — it’s being built. In this exclusive ASN interview, Maral Artin opens up about her journey from Bayern Munich to representing Armenia on the international stage, and why wearing the red, blue and orange means everything to her. Artin discusses: • Leaving the German pathway to take the “difficult way” with the Armenian women's national team • Armenia’s recent momentum • The growth of the Women’s National Team under its current staff • Playing for the Armenian diaspora around the world • Inspiring the next generation of young Armenian girls • Armenia’s World Cup qualifying push and what comes next From pride to patience to ambition, this is a conversation about identity, responsibility, and building something bigger than yourself. Can Armenia make a serious push toward the Women’s World Cup? The journey continues.