“Strive to Be the Best Version of Yourself.”

Kyle Jones has coached more than 20 schools over the past 20 years. Kyle graduated from The Ohio State University with a Bachelor's in Science in Psychology, is completing his Master’s in Early Childhood Education, earned his Protecting God’s Children certification, and has achieved the titles of Life Expert, Candidate Master and Master Blitz Player from the United States Chess Federation. Currently, he is ranked in the 99.9+ percentile for all players online in the world! From player to coach, Kyle has been a part of more than 40 state championship titles and 15 national titles. He became the first chess coach in national high school history to field the top two teams in the highest division in the same year. Moreover, he was crowned the 2015-16 State of Ohio Speed Chess Champion (3rd title overall). Additionally, he was honored by Fox Sports Ohio, the Dispatch, 10tv, the Governor, the Mayor, the Board of Education, the Senate and the House of Representatives for his chess achievements.