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 advise, “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 (March 2023) at Premier Chess Academy, North America(Canada & USA)!
1. Parth Batra
” Parth is 10 years old and is in Grade 4. He always wants to learn chess. Now, he is enjoying and learning chess with full of interest. He is very happy with the way Coach Aabhas is teaching. He likes swimming, tennis and Piano a lot. We hope he will do better in his future with his consistent practice. Thanks to Aabhas Coach for his efforts and motivation. “
Coach feedback on Parth :
” Parth’s exceptional qualities of outstanding contribution to the class and passion for chess is much appreciated! His enthusiasm and active participation in class discussions have made the classroom environment much more lively and engaging. Parth has shown remarkable curiosity and an unquenchable thirst for knowledge which is very impressive. His dedication and consistency in attending classes and practice sessions makes him a worthy Star Kid of the month. Parth, your positive attitude towards learning and your passion for chess have inspired us all. Keep up the great work, and we are excited to see the amazing things you will accomplish in the future. “
Few games of Parth :
https://lichess.org/4sIe6q5n/black#46
https://lichess.org/7Aok3qJB#60
https://lichess.org/afTOYiGR#45
2. Eric Edward Felix
” Eric is 9 years old and is in 4th grade. It’s been just 4 months since he started chess class. From then on he’s passionate about playing chess and has improved by leaps and bounds. Huge thanks to his coach Anshul Bathla. His next goal is to beat his dad in chess. His other interests include Drawing, Pencil sketching, solving Rubik’s cube, solving 1000+ piece Legos and 1000+ piece picture puzzles. He is also good at playing guitar. He’s an avid nature lover. He loves hiking and trekking. He plays tennis and basketball. He also holds the Taekwondo high yellow belt.
Coach feedback on Eric :
” Eric is very passionate about chess and he is also improving his chess in a manner to become a champion soon , he always wants to learn more and more which makes him improve his game faster , he is always cheerful in class and really loves to meet his classmates too as they are like best buddies for him . I wish him all the best and my support is with him always. “
Few games of Eric :
https://lichess.org/LeqmPUdH/black
3. Vihas Jaladi
” Vihas is 8 years old. He is in 3rd grade. Vihas is a fast learner and developed interest in chess by himself. He likes playing chess and competing. Vihas favorite pastime is playing with guns and his army toys. He likes reading story books and listening to stories during bed time. Vihas always looks forward to his chess classes and lichess tournaments. We would like to thank his coach Benson who personally takes care of each kid. “
Coach feedback on Vihas :
” Vihas is a smart and quick learner kid. He grasps the topics easily and is always interested in learning new concepts and takes active participation in class discussions. He is very focused in the class and is regular in class. I wish him all the very best for his bright future. “
Few games of Vihas :
https://lichess.org/JJOrCwcx/black#64
https://lichess.org/xlPN5f5d#53
https://lichess.org/TKSuBU3j#19
4. Akshaj Bansal
” Akshaj is 10 years old and has been practising chess with PCA since last year and a half. He is very focused and has quickly progressed. Akshaj loves science and reading books. He is a fun kid who loves nature and always keeps himself busy with one project or the other. He loves taking care of his plants in the yard and also loves to be in nature. Thanks to his current coach Bhaskar and his previous coach Dr. Ibin for Akshaj’s learning and continuous progression.”
Coach feedback on Akshaj :
” Akshaj is a very sweet and a jolly kid. He is very attentive in class and follows the rules & regulations as said. His approach and efforts towards chess at this age is really remarkable. He is very particular and punctual too in submitting assignments & playing practice sessions. By putting in hard work, he has earned to become the Star kid of the month. Being a coach I’m very happy to have Akshaj as my student & my best wishes will always follow his path.”
Few games of Akshaj :
https://lichess.org/ndaQCnTa/black
5. Aaroh
” Aaroh is 13 years old and is in 7th grade at Roosevelt Middle school ,River Forest ,Illinois. He is a voracious reader and loves fiction, especially mystery and history genres. His favorite sports are cricket, Chess, and basketball and he has earned a “brown belt” in Taekwondo. Aaroh is a focused kid. He enjoys discussions over topics based on history, politics, and economics. He plays violin and is also a good singer and enjoys songs in Hindi and English both. Aaroh is a quick learner and respectful who also cares about others. Thank you coach Harjee for creating Aaroh’s keen interest in chess and guiding him on various chess strategies. We appreciate PCA for providing a platform for kids to explore their interests in chess. I am sure Aaroh will do his best with Premier Chess Academy. “
Coach feedback on Aaroh :
” Its great to teach a student who is equally interested in chess as you are , Aaroh is one of them and is most consistent student , He completes all his work on time and is Always curious to know more and more. It’s really great to have a student like Aaroh. “
Few games of Aaroh :
https://lichess.org/LOJDEdXb/black
https://lichess.org/9yAfMkUL/black
https://lichess.org/2mIW2nhO/black
6. Kabir Khera
” Kabir is a 7 year old 1st grader, living in Prosper TX. He’s a very focused kid, especially when learning new things. He got introduced to chess about 6 months back and enjoys playing chess. He also loves playing team sports like Soccer, American Football, Basketball and Cricket. When Indoors he enjoys playing video games along with his friends and watching Chess videos on YouTube. I would like to appreciate PCA coach (Ms Harshita Sinha) for supporting and guiding Kabir to continue his learning and enhancing his interest in this beautiful game. He applies chess strategies and takes pride in winning against his dad and his friends.”
Coach feedback on Kabir :
” Kabir is very attentive in class and he just loves playing chess. He is a fun-loving and energetic kid in class and actively participates in all the class discussions. He also enjoys playing games and knows different tactical concepts very well. He has a positive approach towards the game. I wish him all the very best for his bright future..!! “
Few games of Kabir :
https://lichess.org/iAiv9MwO/black
https://lichess.org/WYIt5xRn/black
7. Sahana Ame
” Sahana is a fun loving, seven year old chatterbox. She is very friendly, likes reading, video games, cartoons and baking shows. She is learning dance, piano and chess. Practice, analysis and guidance from coach Raunak has helped her grow her chess skills and she is competitive because she wants to have a better rating than her sister! Although, in her own words: “I like chess because you are using your brain and it’s fun “. We’re proud of her progress. Thanks to PCA and her coach Kumar Raunak for mentoring and providing the space for beginners to learn chess. “
Coach feedback on Sahana :
” Sahana is a talented girl. She is a quick learner and very good at chess puzzles and always surprises me with some innovative moves. Sahana observes the topic quickly and always tries to implement those learning in chess matches, with this consistency she definitely has a bright future in chess. Best wishes for her. Keep it up Sahana! “
Few games of Sahana :
https://lichess.org/D0ZXrvbO/black
https://lichess.org/HRIeHGEt/black
8. Sudiksha
” Sudiksha is 7 years old, currently in 2nd grade. She is based out of North Carolina. She started playing chess 4 months ago. She is a polite, creative and quick learner. Apart from Chess, she loves to dance, Gymnastics, Swimming and Painting. Math and Science are her favorite subjects. We are very proud of her. We hope she will be a junior grandmaster in the near future. We are thankful to PCA and coach Mr. Magesh for helping Sudiksha to improve the game and learn new skills/strategies.”
Coach feedback on Sudiksha :
” Sudiksha is self-confident. No matter what she do, Sudiksha is very sure and confident. At the same time she is always willing to learn and better herself, which is a great characteristic to have. I am proud of Sudiksha’s performance and dedication.”
Few games of Sudiksha :
https://lichess.org/4qOn59IU/white#67
https://lichess.org/vIlPciDo/black#47
https://lichess.org/uaruIZFE/white#60
9. Hridhaan Rudra
” Hridhaan is 9 years old and studying in Grade 4. He started chess with PCA, learned all he knows and glad to continue his learning with his coach. Hridhaan is a Junior Black Belt in Taekwondo and is going to be a Black Belt soon. He does swimming in the swim team. He also learns piano and violin. He is interested in Lego building and playing video games. He is a good kid and a responsible big brother to his 4 years old brother. We are so proud of Hridhaan.
Coach feedback on Hridhaan :
” Hridhaan is learning Chess quite easily, maybe his natural talent is to learn something quickly! Also the way he started playing the practice tournaments, I guess he’s very comfortable in Lichess also. There’s consistent progress in his practice tournaments. I wish him all the best and a long successful journey. “
Few games of Hridhaan :
https://lichess.org/Y5EwmwU0/black
https://lichess.org/SOIYP9QU/white
https://lichess.org/iDJulYKZ/black
10. Rudra
” Rudra is an 11 Year old and currently in 5th grade at Lake Hiawatha Elementary School Parsippany-New Jersey. He is passionate about chess, soccer and digital games. He wants to become chess grandmaster. He loves his brother a lot and helps him in his study and chess. His favorite subject is Math. He started playing chess at eight with his father and chess classes through PCA in July 2022 and since then he has shown keen interest and marked improvement in his strategy and games. He spends his leisure time curiously searching for chess videos on chess strategy topics and improving his skills. He never let himself down, kept learning from his mistakes to put his steps in the next level. . Chess coaches Bala Krishna (previous) and Piyush Snehi do a great job and we have seen him improve significantly over the past few months. We are proud to be a part of the PCA community and looking forward to seeing him in the next level.”
Coach feedback on Rudra :
” Rudra is a patient learner. He has shown great progress with his tactical understanding. His calculation abilities are praise worthy. He tries his level best to comprehend positions and understand the ideas on board. He definitely shows potential to be a master. I wish him very good luck in his Chess Career..!! “
Few games of Rudra :
https://lichess.org/uya54WAb/black
https://lichess.org/2KV3qch8/black
11. Advait Garg
” Advait is a 12-year-old boy in the seventh grade. He always wears a cheerful smile and loves hanging out with his friends. Adavit plays chess, badminton, soccer, and cricket. Over the past few months, he developed a fascination with chess, which has now become his hobby. He enjoys listening to music and playing the flute and keyboard. A big thanks to the PCA team and coach Prabhat for igniting his fire.”
Coach feedback on Advait :
” Advait is an intelligent kid! He has a natural curiosity and a hunger for learning. Chess is an amazing game that requires strategy, critical thinking, and concentration, and it’s clear that Advait has a talent for it. He is very consistent in regular sessions as well as in practice tournaments. Due to this He is improving a lot. Overall, it’s great to recognize and celebrate Advait”s intelligence, and with the right support and guidance, he will undoubtedly go on to achieve great things in life.”
Few games of Advait :
https://lichess.org/q4NfSaMJ/black#64
https://lichess.org/i6QR3S2M#43
https://lichess.org/4IwZ3y9G/black
12. Disha Arora
” Disha is 7 years old and is in 1st grade in Toronto. She is a very energetic and focused girl who relishes chess classes a lot. She started with PCA two months ago and she is already in love with chess, she keep challenging herself with all the chess puzzles and learning advanced moves. Apart from chess, she also loves to do drawing, Painting etc. We appreciate all the kind of support and helpful guidance she has received from her PCA coach Prakrati thus far, to continue learning and progressing in chess. “
Coach feedback on Disha :
” Disha is a very active kid, She is always attentive in class, and has a great love for chess. She learns from her mistakes and that’s what makes her a good strong chess player. I really appreciate her enthusiasm for the game, she literally ask for extra work for her betterment of the game. Her active participation is what makes her understand concepts smoothly. I wish her all the success and good wishes for the upcoming bright future. “
Few games of Disha :
https://lichess.org/P3RBG1hS/black#0
https://lichess.org/6mScowe3/black
13. Aryan
“Aryan is a fun loving 9 year old kid. Like any 9 year old kid; he loves to experiment, read, play chess, play Uno, swim, do art work and build. He is very passionate about the chess game, and is continually motivated by his coach Rakesh Gurung Sir, which has really helped up in his game.”
Coach feedback on Aryan :
“Aryan is a young talented and enthusiastic kid who pursues to keep on learning new things. He too has a very good learning ability, which enables him to grasp new concepts and ideas very quickly. He always gets actively involved in the class activities with full focus and also does his given assignment very well. He too shows great enthusiasm toward chess and mostly loves learning new topics in classes. Aryan’s parents are also very positive toward chess and encourage him to learn and practice chess. I am very much happy with the improvement of Aryan and I too wish him a very bright future toward chess and in real life .”
Few games of Aryan :
https://lichess.org/yzHkgjT2#27
https://lichess.org/3i2tafcl/black#26
https://lichess.org/lyxuAIpX/black#32
14. Kaushal Upadrasta
” Kaushal is eleven, studying 6th grade and is from New Jersey. He enjoys playing chess, Rubiks cube and basketball without getting bored at all. Another thing which he loves is reading books. Kaushal got introduced to chess when he was in 2nd grade but he actually showed interest when he was in 4th grade during summer break. He used to play with his dad almost every night before he went to bed with so much eagerness to learn new techniques and moves. His passion for chess has brought him to PCA where he received guidance and mentoring from Coach Raksha and Rinku Jain and made him a better player.”
Coach feedback on Kaushal :
” Kaushal is a very sharp-minded kid who recently started learning chess with me. He has a great base on chess basics and now we are working hard on the advanced lessons with him. He is always curious to learn new and advanced chess strategies in chess. He likes to play practice sessions on lichess website where he fights with hard opponents and implements new strategies he has learned. He is a very keen and patient boy. I wish him good luck for his future.”
Few games of Kaushal :
https://lichess.org/dN2NOLpQ/black
https://lichess.org/cb4Ezs2G/black
https://lichess.org/NEtpeLAf/black
https://lichess.org/2ysNjsj1/black
15. Advik Lad
” Advik is 7 years old and he is in 1st grade. He joined PCA a couple of months back. He is a very disciplined, attentive, focused kid and very passionate about playing chess. He follows all the instructions in the chess class given by his coach, always curious to learn new techniques and he applies those strategies in his moves while playing chess. He is a quick learner and doing great in academics. In his free time, he loves building Legos, playing with his friends and riding scooters etc.”
Coach feedback on Advik :
” I have been watching Advik develop right from the basics to a point where he now understands and analyzes all chess moves. The best quality of Advik I would say is his gameplay and mainly his Opening. His opening is so strong that it’s hard to find mistakes in him. I was very confident in Advik that he would do well from the very first day since I took his trial as well. I wish him the best of luck in the future. “
Few games of Advik :
https://lichess.org/8hcQviDe/black
16. Vibhav Krishna Sunkara
” My Name is Vibhav, and I am 10 years old and in fourth grade. I constantly like to learn new things. I have many hobbies like playing Basketball, creating Art, and doing Origami. I started to develop an interest in chess, so my parents and older brother encouraged me to play and learn chess. I joined Premier Chess Academy and started learning many new and fascinating topics in chess. It soon became one of my favorite hobbies. I will forever keep learning unique specialties and becoming better at chess.”
Coach feedback on Vibhav :
” Vibhav is a very intelligent and creative kid. He is focused, attentive and has a great love for chess. He is a confident player who doesn’t mind taking risks while playing a game. His hard work and patience make him the star kid of the month. I wish him the best of luck in the future. “
Few games of Vibhav :
https://lichess.org/FEVlilIi/black
17. Aadityavardhan Reddy Vallivedu
” Aaditya is 8 yrs old and currently in 3rd grade. His favorite subjects at school are math and space sciences. He likes playing cricket and chess regularly with his friends. Although he was introduced to the game of chess at home around age 6, he started playing chess seriously from 6 months ago after he joined the PCA. Thanks to coach Sibin Paul and Aaditya’s passion and consistent practice, he quickly improved his game and was promoted to advanced beginner level and now started playing USCF rated tournaments from this month.One of his favorite opening strategies is the ‘London system’.”
Coach feedback on Aaditya :
” Adithya is a really passionate chess player. He seldom misses class. He puts in extra effort to learn more about chess openings and tactics. He spends a lot of time playing chess and he always talks to me about his interesting games. I’m happy to be his Coach and proud of his fast progress and achievements. I wish him best wishes in this wonderful journey of learning. “
Few games of Aaditya :
https://lichess.org/21iDGU8x#0
https://lichess.org/1kleCoBA#0
https://lichess.org/g2FEV857#0
18. Harish Makkena
” Harish is a fifth grader and loves to play chess. He also likes to swim, soccer. His coach, Tejas has been a constant source of inspiration and motivation. His teaching style has made the chess game more fun, interactive and exciting. Harish tries his best to practice chess while juggling between school, soccer practice. He started as a novice player but the concepts and strategies taught by the coach helped him improve his skills and play better each time. One of his goals is to practice more and improve his rating. We are very glad we enrolled him in Premier Chess Academy and are excited to see his journey forward.”
Coach feedback on Harish :
” Harish is an extremely talented chess player with a brilliant mind for the game. He possesses exceptional analytical skills and a keen eye for detail, which he utilizes to great effect in his matches. As a student, he is highly disciplined and dedicated to his craft, always striving to learn and improve his skills. His relentless pursuit of excellence is truly inspiring to behold. Harish has a deep understanding of chess strategies and tactics, and he is constantly experimenting with new openings and variations to gain an edge over his opponents. He is a quick learner who assimilates new concepts and principles with ease, and he is not afraid to take risks in order to achieve his objectives. In addition to his technical prowess, Harish is also a master of timing and tempo. He knows when to launch a devastating attack and when to bide his time, patiently waiting for the right moment to strike. His games are a masterclass in precision and efficiency, and he has an uncanny ability to exploit his opponents’ weaknesses and capitalize on their mistakes. With his natural talent and unwavering commitment, I have no doubt that he will go on to achieve even greater success in the years to come. As Harish’s coach, I am privileged to work with such a remarkable talent, and I look forward to seeing him continue to develop and grow as a player. “
Few games of Harish :
https://lichess.org/0iNsgib5/black
https://lichess.org/6lOvUMwS/black
https://lichess.org/v3ell4oY/black
19. Maadhav
” Maadhav is a first grader, who loves math, solving puzzles, playing chess, playing piano, solving sudoku and so on. His ambition is to become an Astronaut. He is a little genius in Math and Spelling Bee, participates regularly in “Genius Cerebrum International olympiads” for Math and Spell Bee and is been recognised and awarded many times with Certificate of Genius and Certificate of Excellence for his excellent performance in Math and Spelling Bee. He is smart, a quick learner and a self learner. He is a loveable son and a caring brother. He loves spending time playing with his twin sister and younger brother. Maadhav is a little explorer too. He showed his interest in chess during his kindergarten summer break by downloading the chess app on TV and started playing games all by himself. Then he started exploring and looking for resources to know and learn more about the game. He loved the game and the math and calculations behind each move. As a parent, I always wanted to support and encourage his interests. And the right and best decision was enrolling him in PCA. His chess journey started with PCA on November 24 2022. And under Coach Viswanath sir’s guidance and coaching he has gained a lot of knowledge about the game and the tactics. He has tremendously improved in the way he handles the game. He loves the classes, playing games, solving chess puzzles and Brain Teasers. Words are not enough to thank Coach Viswanath sir, for his dedicated coaching. He is a great teacher, a great motivator, a great mentor who always make sure that the kids have understood the concepts and are making improvements in their games with confidence. I take this opportunity to thank Pallavi mam, who is our coordinator, for being always approachable. Coach Shruthika mam for the trial class and giving us the confidence to enroll in PCA. Once again thank you coach Viswanath sir for your guidance, support, for being always approachable and for this great recognition.Thank you to each and everyone associated with the PCA Team.”
Coach feedback on Maadhav :
” Maadhav, a 7-year-old boy, began playing chess easily but as time passed, he became more aggressive in his study of the game. Every day, Maadhav likes to learn new things, and his enthusiasm inspires me to continue teaching him new things. He can achieve greater heights by being consistent. I hope everything works out for him.”
Few games of Maadhav :
20. Teartha Aarav Kancharla
” Teartha is 10 years old, studying 5th grade in Brooks Crossing Elementary school, NJ. He likes to read books and enjoys playing video games, basketball. He started playing chess online and with his friends and developed interest in the game. Teartha joined PCA in December 2022. He is always excited and prepared for his practice class, regular classes and tournaments. Coach Keshav helped him improve a lot in chess in just 2 months. Thanks a lot. Hope Teartha continues to improve his skills going forward under the guidance of coach Keshav.”
Coach feedback on Teartha :
” I am very with Teartha’s performance. He is learning fast and improved in chess. His main strength in chess is middlegame part and trying to improve other part of chess too. His attendance is more than 90% in class. I wish dear Teartha all the best for his success in chess and life. Keep it up. ”
Few games of Teartha :
https://lichess.org/KXmPgGE3/black
21. Srihith Karnati
” Srihith Karnati born on 2014 November in Chennai. Currently Srihith is studying 2nd Class in USA and Srihith is very much fond of Chess Game and he learn very Quickly. Srihith love to play with his friends and watching TV. Srihith loves building Legos with innovative Ideas.”
Coach feedback on Srihith :
” Srihihth is a brilliant and creative kid. He is focused, attentive and has a great love for chess. Srihihth tries to learn from his mistakes and follow all the rules to implement those concepts in games to grow his chess skills. His growing skills will help him to be a good chess player. I wish him a very bright and beautiful future ahead.”
Few games of Srihith :
https://lichess.org/1gsNvFu6/black
https://lichess.org/PNxSErtE/black
Selection Criteria – March 2023 :
- 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.
- Over all – Passion is evident in class, practices, puzzle solving etc.
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