IM William Paschall

I am a professional chess coach and former poker pro. I graduated from Boston University in 1995 with my B.A. in psychology. I lived in the US until 2004 when I relocated to Budapest , Hungary. I have been teaching chess professionally since 1995 !

USCF master title in 1991, USCF Senior Master 1994, FIDE master 1995. International master 1999. Highest published FIDE 2463. USCF 2513. 3 time New England chess champion. 2 time Massachusetts state champion. Best tournament results include 2nd place Australian Masters 1996 , =1st Foxwoods Open 2001 =3rd Chicago Open 2001 Former Boylston (Boston) Chess Club Champion, and I have Qualified for and played in 2 invitational US Championships.

I have extensively worked as a chess coach for hundreds of players both online and in-person since 1995. B.A. psychology Boston University

Commentator at Chesslecture.com 2005-present , former site pro for US Chess Live, and World Chess Network.
Extensive work as a chess commentator and host of Chess FM on ICC 2004-2006.
Full time online poker pro from 2008-2015 ,specializing in SNG and multi-table tournaments.
Close to 500k lifetime cashes and many 5 figure scores.

Specialties include strategic play, endgames and building opening repertoires. I also stress practical and psychological aspects.

I prepare for all lessons in advance. Lessons are personalized. Weekly meetings are recommended , every other week minimum. Homework on request. Available to play training games at an hourly rate !