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Lilia (Lil) Farach Aguilar was born and raised in Honduras up to the age of 12, and then moved to Panama City, Panama to finish high school. After graduating in 2019, she decided to attend The Pennsylvania State University and is currently a third-year student studying under the Liberal Arts College. She is pursuing a BS in Economics and a minor in BUSLA (Business in Liberal Arts). She expects to graduate in May 2023. Lilia has been a student-athlete since she was 8 years old playing Basketball, Soccer, and her main sport, Volleyball. She played 2 years of NCAA DIII Volleyball at the Altoona Campus of Penn State and one semester of Club Volleyball at University Park, Penn State’s main campus. Currently, Lilia is working as a Part-Time Administrative Assistant at the Hetzel Union Building at Penn State University Park. During her free time, she enjoys reading a new book, watching a new TV Series, or watching Soccer and Volleyball.
Lilia (Lil) Farach Aguilar was born and raised in Honduras up to the age of 12, and then moved to Panama City, Panama to finish high school. After graduating in 2019, she decided to attend The Pennsylvania State University and is currently a third-year student studying under the Liberal Arts College. She is pursuing a BS in Economics and a minor in BUSLA (Business in Liberal Arts). She expects to graduate in May 2023. Lilia has been a student-athlete since she was 8 years old playing Basketball, Soccer, and her main sport, Volleyball. She played 2 years of NCAA DIII Volleyball at the Altoona Campus of Penn State and one semester of Club Volleyball at University Park, Penn State’s main campus. Currently, Lilia is working as a Part-Time Administrative Assistant at the Hetzel Union Building at Penn State University Park. During her free time, she enjoys reading a new book, watching a new TV Series, or watching Soccer and Volleyball.
Athlete Feature: Stephanie Samedy and Her Outstanding Career for the Gophers
Go(pher) Big or Go Home!
Athlete Feature: Stephanie Samedy and Her Outstanding Career for the Gophers

By Lilia Farach|July 29, 2022

Stephanie Samedy is from Clermont, Florida and she is a recent graduate of the University of Minnesota where she majored in Psychology and played opposite hitter on the Gopher's volleyball...

How to Reach Your Goals, Overcome Fear, and Get Recruited: 9 Questions With Lehigh University Track and Field Coach, Allison Taub
Chase Down Your Goals!
How to Reach Your Goals, Overcome Fear, and Get Recruited: 9 Questions With Lehigh University Track and Field Coach, Allison Taub

By Lilia Farach|June 20, 2022

Coach Interviews are posted every Monday for recruiting advice, what to look for, and more. Coach Taub is an assistant coach for Lehigh University's track and field team going on...

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Which Legendary College Football Coach Would You Most Want to Play for?
Which Legendary College Football Coach Would You Most Want to Play for?
Dealing With Depression and Homesickness: Advice From an International College Athlete
Important Mental Health Tips
Dealing With Depression and Homesickness: Advice From an International College Athlete

By Lilia Farach|June 9, 2022

Homesickness is defined as a feeling of longing for one's home while being away from it for a period of time. This is not as uncommon as one might think–homesickness...

Volleyball 101: 4 Basic Rules for Newbies to the Sport
Ace the Basics!
Volleyball 101: 4 Basic Rules for Newbies to the Sport

By Lilia Farach|June 1, 2022

It is currently off-season for volleyball, but what better time to start learning about this beautiful sport than now? Here are four basics for anyone interested in learning the ropes:...

Limitless NIL: How this Penn State Football Star Created His Own Company to Help Athletes
Defy the Limits!
Limitless NIL: How this Penn State Football Star Created His Own Company to Help Athletes

By Lilia Farach|May 30, 2022

Limitless opportunities? Say less. Athletes being allowed to monetize their name, image, and likeness (NIL) has given them new doors to open. With these new opportunities, athletes have taken it...

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Athlete Feature: Penn State Kicker/Punter Jordan Stout (#1 in the Big Ten and #7 in The Nation For Touchback Percentage)
Kick it!
Athlete Feature: Penn State Kicker/Punter Jordan Stout (#1 in the Big Ten and #7 in The Nation For Touchback Percentage)

By Lilia Farach|May 20, 2022

Jordan Stout is a kicker and punter for Penn State and a telecommunications major who plans to start his own business in the future. He transferred from Virginia Tech after...

Ishaan Jagiasi Talks About His Experience As A Walk-On Athlete
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Ishaan Jagiasi Talks About His Experience As A Walk-On Athlete

By Lilia Farach|May 19, 2022

Athlete Interviews are posted every Thursday for recruiting advice, what to look for, and more. Ishaan Jagiasi is in his third-year of college majoring in Economics and plays for the...

Two Big Reasons Keeping In Touch With Your College Coach After Graduation Matters
Once a Coach, Always a Coach
Two Big Reasons Keeping In Touch With Your College Coach After Graduation Matters

By Lilia Farach|May 19, 2022

Networking? It's important. Every college athlete has one goal in mind, graduation and an amazing athletic season to end your college years well. Here is why it is important to...

College Athletes Insights: Why I Chose Volleyball
It's In My Blood
College Athletes Insights: Why I Chose Volleyball

By Lilia Farach|May 6, 2022

Ever played hot potato? Well, volleyball is a little similar to it with the exception that your team can only touch the ball 3 times per side. The keyword here...

Life’s a Beach: Indoor Volleyball vs Beach Volleyball
One Sport, Two Styles
Life’s a Beach: Indoor Volleyball vs Beach Volleyball

By Lilia Farach|May 4, 2022

Like many sports, volleyball has its variations and diverse scenarios in which it can be played. In college sports, there is beach volleyball and indoor volleyball. The most common out...

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Differences Between DI, DII, and DIII in Volleyball
Make the Right Choice!
Differences Between DI, DII, and DIII in Volleyball

By Lilia Farach|May 2, 2022

Thinking of playing volleyball in college? Why not play at the NCAA level?  The NCAA governs around 1,200 schools where around 500,000 athletes compete across 24 different sports. According to...

How a Different Culture Can Affect Your Athletic Performance
Challenges and Opportunities
How a Different Culture Can Affect Your Athletic Performance

By Lilia Farach|April 8, 2022

Traveling and playing for the sport that you love is amazing. It will bring in new experiences, new environments, you get to meet new people and cultures. While all of...

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