Hi everyone, my name is Tejas Shyamsundar.

My goals for the club is to encourage people to play competitive chess. Whether they are beginners or grandmaster level, I want to make sure everyone follows the rules and that no one is cheating in over the board or online tournaments. 

Education: Mechanical Engineering (Class of 2026)

Hobbies: Playing Minecraft, Marvel Rivals, and working out.

Favorite Opening: d4

Favorite Chess Player: Magnus Carlsen

Favorite Time Control: 3+2 blitz

Fun Fact: I am currently enrolled in the NWPEE program at NASA.