I learned chess at an early age from my dad, but I didn't take it seriously until 2015. That's when I joined a couple, local chess clubs and began to compete through the USCF (United States Chess Federation). In January of 2020, I finished 3rd in the premier section of the 6th Annual Gulf Coast New's Year Open. With this result my classical rating catapulted to 2050 and I officially become a chess expert!

Since then, I've balanced my time as a player and a coach. I work with several students online and in-person and I also teach chess at The Christ School in downtown Orlando, which has a been a real blessing in my life. My mission is to share the joy of chess with as many people as possible in whatever capacity they're willing to learn. The way I coach is very personal. I find out your strengths and weaknesses. I then assign individualized homework in addition to going through your games and helping you create an opening repertoire.

For more information search my name on uschess.org or watch me stream on Twitch at phillowfight - Twitch

And if you want to meet me in person I frequent the Orlando Chess Club most Saturdays at Downtown Credo from 11-3pm. ^_^

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