Head Coach

Tadeh Mardirosian’s basketball coaching career spans 25 years, both within the US and internationally.  He has worked alongside male and female students of all age groups and backgrounds, and his knowledge of the fundamentals and inner workings of the game have led to a wide plethora of successes.  

Coach Mardirosian began his career as the assistant coach of the Boys’ Varsity team at GHS from 2000-2015.  Since 2015, he has remained the backbone of the Girls Varsity program, and led the team to a Pacific League championship in 2018 where he was honored with the “best coach of the league” title to compliment this win.  

In the summer of 2024, Tadeh led the Women’s Armenian National Team to participate in the European Small Countries Championship, a first-time endeavor in 14 years.  

In the upcoming summer of 2025, Coach Mardirossian will lead the U16 Armenian Women’s team as they participate in the European C Division Championship held in Kosovo.

Meri Grigoryan is a highly accomplished basketball player. She is a three-time basketball champion in Armenia and the league MVP for 2024 and 2025 seasons, solidifying her status as one of the top players in Armenia.

Grigoryan's talent was evident early on, as she represented Armenia in the U18 and U20 National Teams, showcasing her potential on the international stage. She later progressed to the senior National Team.

As the team captain of Foxes Yerevan, Grigoryan led her squad to the Eurocup games. She demonstrated dedication and true leadership for her teammates.  She has become a respected figure in the basketball community, both in Armenia and abroad. 

Grigoryan has now joined the coaching staff for Armenia's National U16 team. 

Aileen Babadjanians brings a wealth of experience to her role as the Assistant Coach for the Armenia National Women's Basketball team.  Babadjanians' journey includes numerous appearances in international basketball. Pertaining to basketball in Armenia, Babadjanians competed in the Pan Armenian Games in 2007, 2011, 2019, and 2023. 

Beyond her stellar playing career, Aileen holds her Armenian heritage close to her heart. She deeply values her roots and embraces Armenian culture in all aspects of her life, instilling a sense of pride and tradition in her coaching approach.  Aileen's commitment to preserving and promoting Armenian identity enriches her interactions with players and fosters a strong sense of unity within the team.   With a strong focus on player development, both technically and personally, all while emphasizing the importance of cultural heritage, Aileen's dedication to the sport and her unwavering connection to her Armenian heritage make her an invaluable addition to the coaching staff of the Armenia National Women's Basketball team. 

Babadjanians has now joined the coaching staff for Armenia's National U16 team.