STEPHEN KIRTLEY

Stephen is originally from Indiana, but has lived in North Carolina for about 4 years. He learned how to play chess from his father when he was in elementary school, and joined his school's chess club in the 5th grade. Since then, he has enjoyed playing a variety of games, but especially strategy games with satisfying decision making like chess.

Outside of chess, his other hobbies include playing guitar, miniature painting, and cooking.