Carl Bardakian was named new head coach of Armenian National Team. The specialist who resides in the USA will guide Armenia at 2012 EuroBasket in Division C. Armenia will face Scotland, Wales, Modlova, Andorra, Gibraltar and hosting San Marino. The event is scheduled for July 2-7. Bardakian led Los Angeles basketball team to the triumph at the last PanArmenian Games. He also worked as the USA representative for Basketball Federation of Armenia. Bardakian was also assistant coach at Cleveland State University and Chaffey College. Zarik Isajane and Vardan Khatchatrian will be joining Bardakian as assistant coaches.
Bardakian was born and raised in New York. His impressive resume also includes working as international scout for both Armenian Womens National Team and Hatis Yerevan.