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Hey, I'm Zach! I'm a Pro Pokemon TCG player, manager of The Shuffle Squad, and a content creator. I've been a Pokemon TCG coach since 2010, have taught players how to master the mechanics of the game, and have expertly showcased deep strategies of the game. I am a Regional Champion, International Finalist, and your 2020 Players Cup II Champion! I've helped players from all across the globe achieve World Championship invites, locals Top Cuts, and have helped a handful of players achieve the title of Pokemon TCG World Champion. As I continue to play Pokemon in my adulthood, I've been able to help my wife achieve a World Championship invite in 2023, and I am officially a PokeDad as of September 2024! Message me if you have any questions!
🌟Hey! My name is Gabe and I am currently the #2 ranked player in North America! I have worked with over 500 students in the Pokemon tcg and I am passionate about helping YOU reach your goals. My main objective is teaching you how to IMPROVE at the game, and not just how to play it. One of my most successful students is Tristian T, who I coached to a Worlds 2nd place, Worlds Top 8, Regional Win, and more! Multiple other of my clients have seen great success whether it be achieving their worlds invite, making their first day 2, top cutting and winning regionals, and much more. I have coaching experience in every division and know what it takes for you succeed. What a session looks like: 1. We will introduce each other, I always love to know which are your goals and what’s your background. This will allow us to really begin to pinpoint our goals, and what we need to work on. 2. We will go over everything you need for the session, and the different teaching routes we can take per class that suites your needs. 3. One of the biggest things when we dive into gameplay, is I want to give you the freedom to make YOUR decisions first. I want to see where your mind leads to first, before we make the corrections needed. I will begin aiding you in sequencing tips, meta gaming analysis, and much more in our sessions. I am incredibly flexible with your needs, and can pivot to whatever core skill you want to improve on.
Hey, I'm Ciaran! I am based out of Toronto, Canada and have been playing the Pokémon TCG since 2011. I have experience playing in both the Seniors & Masters Divisions (2014-2015 onwards), so I am able to provide a unique perspective on the game no matter your age! I was the #1 ranked player in Canada in 2023, and finished in the top 16 masters in the US & Canada. Some of the accomplishments I am most proud of are as follows: 8 World Championships Invitations, #1 Ranking in US & Canada in 2016, winning the Canadian National Championships, Top 4 and Top 8 at LAIC, and my three Top 32s at the World Championships! My job as a coach is to work with you to achieve your goals as a player. They could be as small as getting ready to play your first local tournament, or as large as earning an invitation to the World Championships. Whatever they are, I am confident I can work with you to help you become a better Pokémon player! Outside of Pokémon I have many hobbies and interests I enjoy such as playing/watching basketball, running, sports analytics, chess, travelling, and computer programming. I also coach an Under 18 girls basketball team, and worked 4 summers as a coach at a sports camp in the past. I am confident I can apply my sports coaching experience to the world of Pokémon. Some areas that I excel at are as follows: sequencing, deck building, deck selection, meta forecasting, mental preparation, prize mapping, and general gameplay. It would be my pleasure to help you improve as a Pokémon player, and I am happy to answer any questions you may have. Please do not hesitate to reach out if you have any!
My name is Rowan and I am well known in the PokemonTCG community for my success across all levels and ages of competition. While growing up in the Pokemon community I have developed a calm and logical nature which is best suited to mature students, looking to reach the highest level of their game. I also love to play all kinds of other strategy games such as: Team Fight Tactics, Chess, MTG, One Piece TCG and Lorcana Please do not hesitate to reach out with any questions. :)
Hello! My name is Jackson Ford. I'm a competitive player in the Pokemon Trading Card Game located in Toronto and have competed since 2010. My experience in all 3 age divisions has given me perspective in how to find success in all areas of the game, I thrive in teaching gameplay decisions, sequencing, as well as deck building, critical thinking and improving decision making skills. My coaching style focuses around critically thinking 'why' we make the in-game decisions we do. Developing a mindset adaptable to new situations brings a player from good to elite and I know how to teach this mindset. In my career I've been fortunate to have one of the best Canadian careers in Pokemon throughout all 3 age divisions. Most recently I Top 8'd the Latin America International Championships but I am also a North American International Champion, Canadian National Champion, 3-Time Regional Champion, Top 16 & 2 Time Top 32 Worlds Competitor with countless other achievements. Growing up as a student of the game, I've interacted with players of all ages. I cater to all age divisions and understand what it takes to perform at the top level of any age division. The name of my game is efficiency. I have one of the best tournament conversion rates and understand the reality that for many people such as myself, not everyone can attend every tournament and maximizing your chances at the ones you can attend is key. If you are a player that fits into this category, my expertise is perfectly suited for you. Personally, I'm a 4th year student studying in the Rotman Commerce business program at the University of Toronto. I enjoy staying active, lifting and running at the gym, and also play both soccer and volleyball recreationally. My dedication to my education and physical health transfer to my attitude for Pokemon and are an asset in my success at the game. Thank you for your consideration of me as your coach! If you have any questions or just want to chat please reach out to me to talk! I look forward to meeting you and building your skills in the Pokemon TCG to become the best player you can!
Hey, I'm Cyrus Davis, the 2023 North American International Champion! I have been a professional Pokemon TCG Player and coach since 2018. No matter where you are in your Pokemon journey, I can help you improve your results. Whether you want to learn how to hold your own against the tense competition at major events, refine your play to optimize your odds of winning each game, or just need help predicting the metagame to make a strategic deck choice for tournaments that you attend, I will help you discover exactly what you need to be doing differently to meet your goals. I have helped players reach their World Championships invitations, get their first day 2s, top and win major events, and chase their stipends for International Championships and the World Championships. If you are looking for a coach with a deep understanding of and passion for the game, who is dedicated to helping you achieve what you want to accomplish in the game, then I am the coach for you. I have been playing the Pokemon TCG for about 15 years. I started competing to earn World Championships invitations in 2019 and have earned an invitation to every World Championships since then. I am best known for having success with rogue decks, and for consistently making accurate metagame predictions. I am an expert when it comes to helping players choose decks for events, optimize their deck lists, and understand the game at a level that will help them adapt their play to any given situation. I offer an inviting and friendly environment in which to become a better Pokemon player and a unique and deep understanding and perspective on the game that will help you learn what it takes to achieve whatever you set your mind to.
I am a Pokemon TCG player from the Chicago area! I started playing the Pokemon TCG in 2009 when I was 10 years old and played for about 6 years, placing in multiple major events as a Junior and Senior. I stopped playing competitively in High School and returned to the game where I have continued to perform at the highest level of the game. Outside of Pokemon TCG I am a professional actor as well as a writer and tutor!
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English: I have been playing the Pokémon TCG competitively for over 16 years, and I firmly believe that I can help any player to achieve their goals by using an approach that has been successful many times in the past that focuses on individual strengths and weaknesses, as well as general practices like the fundamentals of the Pokémon TCG and in depth aspects like meta gaming. I have qualified for ten Pokémon TCG World Championships in the Masters division (2012, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2022, 2023, 2024 and 2025) and I believe that, with my help, you can get there as well. Amongst various other achievements, I was able to win the 2020 Oceania International Championships in Melbourne, Australia. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ German/Deutsch: Ich spiele das Pokémon Sammelkartenspiel seit mehr als 16 Jahren auf Turnieren und bin fest davon überzeugt, dass ich Spieler:Innen auf jedem Level dabei helfen kann, ihre persönlichen Ziele zu erreichen. Ich setze hierbei auf einen bewährten Ansatz mit Fokus auf persönliche Stärken und Schwächen des Schülers/der Schülerin. Neben persönlicher Betreuung werden auch Kenntnisse, wie z.B. die Wahl des richtigen Decks für ein Turnier, und andere fundamentale Fähigkeiten vermittelt. Persönlich habe ich mich für zehn Weltmeisterschaften in der Meister Altersgruppe qualifiziert (2012, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2022, 2023, 2024 und 2025) und ich bin davon überzeugt, dass ich auch dir dabei helfen kann es dorthin zu schaffen. Neben zahlreicher anderer Erfolge war ich in der Lage in 2020 die Ozeanische Internationale Meisterschaft in Melbourne, Australien zu gewinnen.
Hello, my name is Christian Fontenot. I am a recent Regional Champion in the Pokémon TCG, and I am here to help you reach the next level! Through my many years of playing, I have failed more than most. It took me almost half of my life to learn what I know now, and I am ready and willing to teach it to you. I did not get to where I am today through any amount of talent, just raw dedication and a desire to be the best. You don't have to be a super genius to be good at Pokémon, but like me, you might have to work a little harder for it. While courses with me will have something for everyone at every level, they are mainly for those who are struggling and are stuck in their progress as a player. If you feel like you have hit a wall and don't know where to go from here, then you have found the right guy to help you. I have been there, and I can teach you the fundamental skills to break out of that curse, and become the best player you can be.
Heyo, I'm Owyn Kamerman, and I've been playing the Pokémon TCG for 13 years. I've earned my worlds invite in every single year since starting. I've been ranked the third best European player of the 22/23 season, and have won the London Open and Dortmund regionals as well as made numerous international and regional top cuts. Every person has different coaching needs at different times, therefore I aim to make every session fit to your current needs, and provide flexible options in lessons. This could include reviewing your matches, live coaching during play, list adjustments and metagaming or simply testing against a high-level player. You can expect me to iron out, as well as point out your potential misplays, and explain why they are misplays to prevent your from making them again. Here to help you become the best version of yourself. Having experienced the top of the competition in all age divisions, I understand the differences in play between each age division, as well as how the metagame likes to shape up. I've worked with people of all ages with great success.
Hi, I'm Brent and I play Pokemon TCG at the highest level, finishing Rank 1 in the world for the 2023-2024 season. I have helped many players get Worlds Invites in the past, whether it be through deck advice or helping them better understand the current meta or theory behind the game. I offer the option to discuss a deck or metagame for a tournament or 1 on 1 coaching where we can playtest matchups whilst I provide feedback. I'm confident I can help you reach your goals at the game, whether it be making Day 2 at an event or qualifying for the World Championships! If you have any further questions or need to chat about goals and plans, message me on Discord, Twitter or Metafy.
Hey! My name is Owen Dalgard and I have been playing the Pokemon TCG competitively since 2018. I am mainly known for my accomplishments in the seniors division including Top 8 at the World Championships in 2022 as well as winning 2 regional championships, and top 8ing over 17 major events. So far in my coaching journey I have worked with many students, and helped them reach many accomplishments including a regional win in seniors and 3 top 8s in seniors.
An active enthusiast of Pokemon in general and have found myself a home in the top of the rankings in Pokemon TCG over multiple years accumulating multiple Top finishes at the regional, international and world championship level. I'll be working with you to figure out where you stand and achieve your goals as best as we can!
Hello everyone! My name is Isaiah Bradner, and I am well-known for being one of the world's most dedicated Pokémon TCG players. I am especially known for my deckbuilding, and have consistently pioneered the top decks for the past few years. Some of my best well-known accomplishments are winning the 2025 NAIC, winning the 2025 Stockholm Regional Championships, placing second place at 4 other major events, and placing 5th at the 2024 world championships. In addition to my accomplishments, I have been coaching for years and have a true passion for helping others improve at the game. My students regularly finish in the top eight of regional and international events, and always see significant improvement in their overall play. A student I coached for years, Regan Retzloff, was the top senior while in seniors, and finished the 2023 season ranked #1 in North America in the Master's division. In addition, another longtime student of mine, Rune Heiremans, was ranked #1 throughout the world in the Senior's division in 2023 and finished top eight at the World Championships. In 2023, Rune won both the North American International Championship and the European International Championship! Another previous client of mine, Michael Davidson, grew into a top sixteen competator in seniors with my help, and has excelled past my coaching into a well-recognized masters competitor, with a regionals win in just his second season. As a coach, this is what I aim to do: give you the strongest possible basis as a player that makes it possible to grow into one of the best. As well as these three players, I have countless success stories of improving a client's play to the highest level. As a coach, I offer you a unique commitment to your success and insight into gameplay that you won’t find with anyone else. Finally, I play more Pokemon than almost anyone else in the world. My breadth of knowledge guarantees that when you book with me, you'll have access to the very best lists available to bring to your next event. Feel free to message me with any questions, and I look forward to helping you become the best player you can be!
I'm Jesper Eriksen. I've played the Pokémon TCG for more than 17 years. I'm a former World Champion, many time Regional Champion and 4 time National Champion. I'll be there to walk you through how to take your game to the next level and help you towards your goals in the Pokémon TCG! Currently a sponsored player and manager of LimitlessTCG
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I have been playing pokemon for quite some time now. I love rhythm games and obviously my favorite pokemon is absol. I enjoy just talking and creating a friendship with my students. I may not have any big finishes but I am still knowledgeable and love helping others. I plan to go big this season. Please come along with me for the journey!
Hey, I'm Jeremy and I'm a professional Pokémon TCG player. I started playing the Pokémon TCG in 2021 and have received my worlds invite every year playing! I am a very quick learner, and although I do not have the most experience under my belt, I have a lot of consistency when it comes to my success and goals as a player. With my short time playing, I won a Special Event, multiple Top Cuts, a bunch of day 2s and now I want to share all of that success with you and bring out nothing but the best in you as a player. I am here to help you accomplish all of your goals as a player. No matter how big or small of a goal, I can help get you there! If you're looking for a coach that can help you reach your personal goals in Pokemon TCG, I'm the coach for you. I offer a different take on the game and I'm positive I can teach you how to play the Pokémon TCG better. My strengths as a player are: deck building, prize checking, sequencing, prize mapping, game planning, and general skill set growth. I was able to develop myself as a player that did not even know what the cards in their deck did to a top 22 NA player and a top 45 player in the world, and I would love the opportunity to help get you there as well!
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I'm a competitive TCG player with top finishes across multiple games: 🏆 Top 8 + Top 32 YCS Yu-Gi-Oh 🔥 Top 64 WCQ Yu-Gi-Oh 🌍 Worlds 2024 Pokémon participant 🐉 Top 16 Continentals / Top 32 Regionals Dragon Ball Now focusing on Lorcana coaching for intermediate players looking to step into the competitive scene. My sessions cover tempo control, deck tuning, tournament prep, and decision-making under pressure. Let’s level up your game.
Hello, my name is Julio and I'm an Spanish Pokémon TCG player. I honestly think everyone has potential to achieve their goals with effort and dedication. With 7 years of experience and achievements such as an EUIC TOP8 appearance in the 2022 season, an special event win ,or a top32 at the 2023 world championships I can help you to create the best version of yourself and to make you feel more than prepared for the upcoming events . I'm really looking forward to accompany you on the road of success during this upcoming 25-26 season, trainer! Hola, mi nombre es Julio y soy un jugador de Pokémon TCG español. Realmente pienso que todo el mundo es capaz de lograr sus objetivos con esfuerzo y dedicación. Con 7 años de experiencia y logros como un TOP8 en EUIC 2022, ser campeón de un Special Event y un top32 en el campeonato del mundo de 2023, puedo ayudarte a crear la mejor versión de ti mismo y a hacerte sentir más que preparado para los próximos torneos. ¡Tengo muchas ganas de acompañarte en el camino del éxito durante la próxima temporada 25-26, entrenador!
Hey, I’m Kamil — a competitive Pokémon TCG player based in Milan, originally from Montreal. In the 2025 season, I finished 49th in North America with 882 CP, earning top placements across Regionals and SPEs with decks like Dragapult ex, Gardevoir, Regidrago, and Lugia. I believe real success in this game comes from mastering the mental game: sequencing cleanly, prepping matchups smartly, and staying calm under pressure. I coach players to think critically, clean up misplays, and develop efficient practice routines that actually lead to results. Whether you're pushing for Day 2 or chasing your first CP, I’ll help you get there — with structure, strategy, and a mindset built for winning. I can share my knowledge in English, French, and Italian and will always adapt my coaching style to each individual student.
Hi! I’m Steffen Eriksen — a Pokémon TCG player, Pokémon TCG judge, award-winning lecturer, and creator of Steffen’s Classroom. With over 20 years of experience in the Pokémon TCG, I’ve earned 13 World Championship invites and placed highly at major events across Europe. In recent years, I’ve also judged at all levels of competitive play, including serving as Head Judge at large tournaments. This dual perspective as both player and judge has deepened my understanding of the game’s mechanics, strategy, and structure. Alongside competing and judging, I’ve developed a reputation for bringing the game into the classroom — using it as a tool to teach math, probability, and strategic thinking in a fun, relatable way. My passion lies in helping others understand not just how to play better, but why good decisions work — through math, statistics, and structured reasoning. I’ve created the Pokémath series on YouTube to make these ideas accessible to anyone interested in taking their game (and understanding) to the next level. This Metafy community is a space to dive deeper into three key areas: 📊 In-game math problems (For math problems you encounter during Pokémon TCG matches) 📈 Probability and Deckbuilding (For probability questions tied to deckbuilding, consistency, opening hand scenarios etc.) 🧠 The theory and tools behind it all (For background explanations of all the methods used) If you're curious, analytical, and love Pokémon — you're in the right place. Let's level up your game, one equation at a time.