When Tristan first picked up a chess piece little did he know that in less than a year he would be standing on an international stage, representing team TTO!
Tristan Siewdass, a form 3 student at Hillview College, always had a knack for seeing the bigger picture. A recent member of the Trinidad and Tobago Chess Association (TTCA), his journey in chess began with small victories in local competitions, steadily climbing through the ranks of the National Junior Championship, National Youth Championship, and National Swiss Championship tournaments. Each match honed his skills, teaching him the importance of foresight, discipline, and perseverance.
When the opportunity arose for Tristan to compete internationally, his father, Neal Siewdass — a valued member of our Ramps team and Tristan’s #1 supporter — knew this was a dream worth chasing. Determined to see Tristan’s passion turn into reality, they set their sights on the Central American and Caribbean Youth Chess Tournament, marking a significant milestone: Tristan’s first international tournament.
Chess teaches us that every move counts, in life, as on the board. With it these thoughtful, strategic decisions often define our success. Great work, Tristan, and kudos to the TTCA team for representing the red, black, and white with such honor on the global stage!
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