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Today's conversation is with Ari Homayun. Ari was my coach at California State University Northridge (CSUN), for the past three years and has been an incredible role model throughout my journey. She transformed our program and led us to our most successful season yet, leaving a lasting impact on and off the court.
In this episode, Ari talks about:
Why she transferred to UC Davis and how it shaped her journey
How she rose to the top of the game at a young age
The powerful role her family played in building a winning mindset
Her unique coaching philosophy and approach to leadership
Honest recruiting advice for young athletes
Why she chose to study history—and what it means to her
Her thoughts on how the game of volleyball is evolving
And so much more!
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"34- VolleyTalk w Ari Homayun" is an episode of THE VOLLEYTALK PODCAST: Beach Volleyball Conversations with Tasha Mae. Runtime 1 hr 32 min. Published June 22, 2025. Hit play above to stream it here, or open the free Spot Sports app for background play and offline downloads.