At Premier Chess Academy (PCA), our vision is to transform kids into the world of chess & support them along the transition. Each and every kid at PCA deserves a special appreciation but we have shortlisted (selection criteria below) the students. Friendly advice, “for student’s those who didn’t make it through – you will make it one day and for those who are the stars of the month – continue the practice as your bar goes up”.
Here we go to recognize the stars of the month (April 2025) at Premier Chess Academy, Middle East!
1. Dhyaan Dheeraj
” Dhyaan is a bright and disciplined student with a keen interest in chess. His analytical thinking makes him a strong player, always eager to learn and improve. Premier Chess Academy has given him the perfect platform to hone his skills and work towards a promising chess career. Beyond chess, Dhyaan is highly excelling in academics. With his passion for continuous learning, he is well on his way to achieving great success in both chess and academics.”
Coach feedback on Dhyaan:
” Dhyaan is a young boy who loves to play chess. His interest, hard work and dedication have made him star of the month in premier chess academy. He likes to learn new chess strategies in chess lessons and tries to implement those in real games. He does regular practice on Lichess website and plays with hard opponents to earn more ratings. He has a positive mind while playing which makes him calm and learn from his mistakes. I wish him best of luck for his bright future”
Few games of Dhyaan:
https://lichess.org/ja24Z0Dc/black
https://lichess.org/HKr1viyu/black
2. Divya Gowrisankar
” Divya is 10 years old and in 5th grade. She is playful and full of life. She is multilingual, and skating is her hobby. She started learning chess at the age of 5 from her father and is passionate about learning more and improving her rating. Aside from chess, Divya likes doing Sudoku puzzles and solving the Rubik’s Cube. We would like to thank Coach Mihir for his guidance and grateful for the role he has played in Divya’s growth.”
Coach feedback on Divya:
” Divya is an amazing kid. She always like to try new things in her games and also is very eager to Analyse her games so that she understands her mistakes and never repeat them again. She has improved immensely in last few months and my best wishes with her moving forward, and I am sure it’s the start many more achievements to come her way”
Few games of Divya:
https://lichess.org/1UWJsKJP
https://lichess.org/ix5Eijwx/black
https://lichess.org/WHnMDpxQ/black
3. Achyut Aravindh
” Achyut is a focused individual with a keen interest in brain-stimulating games like chess. Despite being a quiet and studious boy, he has a passion for puzzles and problem-solving. What makes Achyut’s journey remarkable is his rapid progress in chess, transforming from a beginner to a skilled player within these classes. His dedication and enthusiasm for the game is truly inspiring..”
Coach feedback on Achyut :
”Achyut Aravindh is making notable strides, showing steady improvement in both tactical awareness and strategic play. His growing ability to spot key positions and make thoughtful moves has enhanced his overall performance. Achyut’s dedication to practice and his enthusiasm for learning are evident in every session. His focused attitude and consistent efforts continue to drive his progress and strengthen his understanding of the game.”
Few games of Achyut :
https://lichess.org/evb7a4IP/black
Selection Criteria –April 2025:
- Regular in class and practice sessions.
- Displaying improvement in practices to reach top 3 positions.
- Puzzle solving and tactics findings in regular class.
- Generate quest in chess and regular in assignments.
- Overall – Passion is evident in class, practices, puzzle solving etc.
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