A local community for any kind of chess player.

Recently, more and more players are being introduced to chess. Despite having more eyes on the game than ever, places to meet others chess players or simply to play chess are few and far between. New Providence Chess Club aims to become one of those places. Here at NPCC, you can play chess with other local players. Anyone is welcome—simply register to an event and show up to join.

Members playing chess at our freeplay event
Max Depaul playing an intense game of chess

Max DePaul

President & Co-founder

From Springfield, Max enjoys teaching chess along with playing simultaneous exhibitions, blindfolded games, with ducks, and sometimes all at the same time. In addition to his role as President, he is also the Treasurer, Head Tournament Director and Organizer, and an educator with extensive experience teaching across schools and community centers in Union County.

Trishan Ray

Lecturer

From Scotch Plains NJ, Trishan is an avid Chess player who started taking Chess seriously recently. He is the club's main lecturer and often teaches newcomers. He is great when it comes to explaining and clarifications. He has quickly grown to become one of the club's strongest players.

Trishan Giving a Lecture on a game
Aditya smiling during a game

Aditya Dokania

Marketing

Aditya is an avid chess player who has really improved his game and now frequently lectures beginners. He is often the one welcoming newcomers and teaching them the ropes and intricacies of the game. He has become exceptional at the game and helps with marketing, coordination and directing.

Hari Grzankowski

Website Manager

From Clark NJ, Hari is the website manager for the club and has rapidly improved at the game. He loves lecturing and teaching new players.

Hari in deep thought during a game
Samuel Zhang playing against a club player

Samuel Zhang

Board of Directors (In College)

Sam is a co-founder and the former president of the organization. He is one of the main lecturers, and is in charge of the communication aspect of the organization.

Amelie Chan thinking about a difficult position

Amelie Chan

Board of Directors (In College)

Amelie is the former vice president and a co-founder of the organization. She helps with communication, leading lectures, and maintaining the website.

Noah Hinger watching Max's game

Noah Hinger

Board of Directors (In College)

Noah is a co-founder and helps organize the club's events, both in New Providence and Summit, New Jersey. You may also see him giving a lecture or playing a friendly game against a club member.