A high-level chess player (hovers in the top 2-3% of the country), Matthew has played at local tournaments, the World Open, and anything in between. He has a strong passion for playing chess and enjoys sharing his knowledge with others. Matthew was also an instructor at Arizona Chess for Schools Summer Camp in Tucson providing chess lessons privately or in small groups.
Accomplishments
Matthew was a team member of the Arizona State High School Champion Team. He attended the University of Arizona earning a Bachelors Degree in Accounting and Entrepreneurship followed by a Masters Degree in Accounting. He coached the 2020 1st Grade State Champion from the AZ State Grade Championship. 100% of his students who play in tournaments qualified for the 2020 Arizona State Championship at the first qualifier offered. He was also one of the coaches for our teams who have placed in the 2025 International Youth Championship in Las Vegas and in the November 2025 AZ State Team Championship.
Matthew continues to compete on a regular basis including the National Open, World Open, North American Open, and sometimes the US Open and American Open.
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