Here we are presenting the stars of the month (January, 2024) at Youngbuds Chess Academy!
Saanvi Sehgal:
Parents’ feedback about Saanvi::
Saanvi is 11 yrs old 5th grader who loves to play with her friends. She loves volleyball. She is a good artist and loves to paint. She is easily motivated and have a strong will. She takes her studies seriously because she wants to be a surgeon when she grows up. She is a foodie and as much as she enjoys eating out she knows eating healthy is very important so she maintains a good balance. Saanvi started her chess with YBCA couple of months ago and we have seen great improvement in her. We are thankful for coaches at YBCA for their patience and encouragement toward Saanvi.
Coach’s feedback about Saanvi:
Saanvi is passionate and consistent in her game performance. She catches the concepts quickly. I can see her interest in chess by looking at her active participation in the classes. It clearly shows her love and passion towards the game. I believe if she maintains the same consistency and dedication towards the sport, she can improve much more.
Aarav Patel:
Parents’ feedback about Aarav:
Aarav is 7 years old and lives with his family in Fremont, CA. He is a sharp, quick-witted, fun-loving kid who enjoys his time outdoors playing Basketball, Baseball, and fetch with his dog. He dotes on his elder sister and loves to ride his bike and scooter around with her. He has mastered a ton of games on Roblox and confidently helps kids from various grades in his school play. Aarav is a good student at school and an avid reader. He recreates his readings into beautifully penned summaries. But above all Aarav is a very kindhearted, considerate individual who cares deeply for people around him.
I commend the coaches at YBCA to approach the game of chess and the students online with such ease and flow that it turns out to be a fun session every time! We often hear Aarav speak fondly of his coaches and class. The best take away is to see Aarav engrossed in playing Chess online so many times during his free time.
Coach’s feedback about Aarav:
Aarav is very passionate and consistent towards the game. Because of this he has shown good improvement in the game since joining. There is no time since his joining till now that he got down or inactive during the classes. Hope he continues the same passion and love for the game and keep doing nice in chess.
Kruthi Raajasree Gutti:
Parents’ feedback about Kruthi:
It’s wonderful to know that Kruthi was selected to be the Star of the Month of January 2024. Kruthi lives with her baby brother in bayarea, and is studying Kindergarden in a local Elementary school.
She is a kind-hearted and non-aggressive child, exhibits a joyful disposition and a logical mindset, easily persuaded by clear and rational arguments.
Kruthi is also very sociable, reciprocating friendliness with warmth and openness.
We learnt when Kruthi was 2 that she is blessed with very good memory and she had early reading skills.
She enjoys reading, playing with her brother and watching Cartoon shows.
We’re glad we introduced her to chess which actually allowed her to focus and develop her attention span.
We’re grateful for her coach, who patiently teaches her class of young players in the early hours of the day in India.
Coach’s feedback about Kruthi:
Kruthi is a sweet kiddo and a quick learner. She has shown nice improvement in the game since the beginning. She is having good grasping power in understanding the concepts. She plays the chess games and solve the puzzles with good interest and try not to miss any class. I see that at the time of playing she is very much excited to attack the opponent’s pieces. I believe she will continue the same consistency and do better and better in the game.
Reyansh Roshan:
Parents’ feedback about Reyansh:
Reyansh is an energetic and cheerful eight-year-old from the Bay Area in sunny California! Reyansh is a sports enthusiast to the core, and he engages in football, soccer, tennis, and taekwondo. His favorite sports team is the SF 49ers. He also plays a lot of board games, with Chess and Splendor being his favorites. His burgeoning interest in chess is a joy as he keeps challenging his siblings or friends in chess. His commitment to improvement is evident as he tries to find out where he went wrong whenever he has lost a game or solves chess puzzles in his laptop. He looks forward to his chess class with his YBCA coach.
We hope the analytical thinking, planning, and strategic prowess he develops through chess will become instrumental in fostering a mindset that transcends the chessboard and extends into the broader realms of problem-solving and decision-making in life.
Coach’s feedback about Reyansh:
Reyansh is a talented kid and is has shown consistent improvement in the chess. He is very passionate towards the sport. One thing I can see about him, if he is interested in the classes, he tries to give his best there, his this quality is helping him in shaping up his game skills. Hope he continues the same passion and love for the game and keep doing nice in chess.
Sadhana Bokkisam :
Parents’ feedback about Sadhana:
Sadhana bokkisam is a 4th grader, 9yrs living in Dallas,
Sadhana is a quick learner , and has got good grasping skills. She always loves to watch TV more than anything else. Her favorite food is maggie always and anytime.
She loves to tease her brother , and is very witty. She started playing chess and now has gained interest , enjoys playing chess all the time. She is very friendly, obedient and kind in nature.
She excels in her school as well.
Coach’s feedback about Sadhana:
Sadhana is consistent in her game performance. She catches the concepts quickly. She is really interested in the game, and likes to play more and more games. It clearly shows her love and passion towards the game. I believe if she maintains the same consistency and passion towards the sport, she can do nice in this sport.
Harshiv Premkumar:
Parents’ feedback about Harshiv:
Harshiv is a talented and bright third-grade student residing in the bustling city of Chicago, IL. Harshiv is a responsible, obedient, and caring child who takes great care of his younger sister. He is an exemplary student who excels in academics and has received several accolades for his exceptional performance in school.
Apart from his academic achievements, Harshiv possesses a variety of talents and interests. He is currently receiving training in various fields such as music, dance, mental math, and soccer. His artistic skills are truly remarkable, and he expresses himself creatively through his artwork. Harshiv is also an avid video game player and excels in playing games on his PS5.
Harshiv is a passionate sports enthusiast and aspires to become a professional soccer player like his idols Messi or Ronaldo. He spends a significant amount of his time playing soccer and trains hard to improve his skills. In addition to soccer, Harshiv has expressed a keen interest in swimming and martial arts, but unfortunately, his busy schedule does not permit him to pursue these activities at the moment.
Harshiv is also interested in playing chess and enjoys challenging his friends. He has a natural talent for the game and is keen to learn more. With the guidance of his coach, we are confident that Harshiv will continue to thrive and achieve great things in life.
Coach’s feedback about Harshiv:
Harshiv shows good interest in chess and shows active participation in the classes. More importantly he is hardworking and follows all the steps I instruct. He is really interested in the game, and likes to know more and more, like when I tell something he tries to explore deeply about it. It clearly shows his love and passion towards the game. I believe if he maintains the same consistency and dedication towards the sport, he can improve a lot.
Hasheem Shaik:
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I’m Hasheem, and I’m beyond excited to share that I’ve been chosen as the student of the month on Lichess! At 13 years old, I’ve been immersing myself in chess classes for the past year, and let me tell you, it’s been quite the journey. Thanks to the guidance and support from my instructors, I’ve seen remarkable growth in my skills across the board. It’s been a journey of
constant improvement, and I’m incredibly proud of how far I’ve come. This recognition as student of the month is truly an honor and a testament to the hard work and dedication I’ve poured into honing my chess abilities. I owe it all to these classes for helping me reach this level of proficiency.Â
This achievement not only validates my skills but also serves as motivation to continue pushing myself to new heights in the game of chess.
Coach’s feedback about Hasheem :
Hasheem is very consistent in his practice and hence he is showing consistent improvement in the game. He is a talented and hardworking guy, which ensures his consistent growth. I can see in him the love and passion towards the practice required to be a great chess player. Hope he continues the same passion and love for the game and keep doing nice in chess.
Arjun Nair:
Parents’ feedback about Arjun:
Arjun is a fifth-grader hailing from Houston, Texas. Not only is he celebrated as a super student within his school community, but he also stands out as an exceptional performer in both Math and Science Olympiads. His achievements extend beyond academics, as he proudly holds membership in the esteemed National Elementary Honor Society.
Despite his young age, A possesses a resilient spirit and unwavering determination. Much of his strength and mental acuity can be attributed to his passion for chess, a game introduced to him by his beloved grandfather. Their shared love for chess not only deepened their bond but also honed Arjun’s cognitive abilities, enhancing his focus and strategic thinking.
Inspired by his own journey with chess, Arjun harbors a fervent desire to share his passion with others. With the aim of fostering a thriving chess community within his school, he aspires to establish a chess club. By creating this platform, Arjun hopes to not only cultivate a love for the game but also to empower his peers with the invaluable skills and mental in agility that chess has instilled in him.
Coach’s feedback about  Arjun:
Arjun is a hardworking and passionate player. He catches the concepts quickly and applies them into the game also in a nice way. He is very much interested towards the game. He likes to play in the professional way, and try to follow more and more principles of the game as possible. I hope he will maintain the consistency in his practice and passion and will be a keep progressing .