I started playing golf at the age of 8, and I started playing competitively at the age of 10. Competitive golf has been one of my biggest passions, and I have had tournament schedules every year since 2020. I spend an average of 15 hours per school week and 35 hours in the summer for practicing/playing. Below, I have linked some swing videos as well as my notable tournament results.

Established July 2024.

Element II is a golf towel brand I started after realizing the golf towel is an overlooked piece of golf gear and could be designed to be much better in terms of function and convenience. The main product, Element II Dual, is a two-sided microfiber and cotton terry towel with a magnetic attachment. The Element II Pocket is a mini towel you can clip onto your belt or bag to clean your golf ball. During the process of starting this brand, I learned about sourcing and manufacturing, and worked on the design until it actually solved the problem I'd noticed. To purchase, visit the link below.

2024–2026 (summer)

Teach youth golfers as part of summer camps for Point Grey Golf and Country Club.

2026

For my IB Extended Essay, I chose to explore a topic connected to one of my biggest passions. I investigated how the amount of layers of a golf ball affect spin rates at different swing speeds for a wedge shot. Throughout the process, I did in-depth research into golf ball physics while also collecting and analyzing . This experience allowed me to combine my passion for golf with my interest in physics. The paper is linked down below to read.

2026 Summer

Learned data/statistical analysis + coding through coursework. Applied it to sports statistics and decision-making, completing a Moneyball-style project with some coursemates examining whether 40-yard dash times could predict early-career success for wide receivers in the NFL. This course was very enjoyable for me, coming from a sports background, and it was a great experience learning how statistical analysis can be used to evaluate players/teams and is a key factor in sports decision-making.

2026

Researched how personalized pricing exists today due to technology that estimates an individual's willingness to pay. Analyzed both the economic and philosophical effects of this new phenomenon and explored the issue by comparing definitions of fairness in our society.

2024–2025

Taking the YELL program allowed me to learn about my interest in entrepreneurship. Through the program, my team and I discovered CareQuest, a community initiative focused on making bridging the gap between generations. Working on brainstorming ideas, making slideshows, and performing an elevator pitch with my team taught me collaborative skills, while consistent performing in front of others improved my public speaking skills. Our team's efforts earned us second place in the final competition, an achievement that made the experience very rewarding and gave us the motivation to continue pursuing CareQuest to what it has become, today.

Tutoring started in early grade 7 for me, as a family friend introduced me to their organization, Starts with One (SWO). I then picked it up again in 2024 as part of the Hands of Youth Service Association (HYSA), where I made weekly commitments year long.

I began competitive swimming in grade one and had weekly practices at Wayland Swim Club. It was a new experience for me and my first competitive sport. I moved on to Otters Swim in 2019 in West Vancouver, and practiced on average 4x a week. The highest tier I got to was the Lower Mainland Regional competitive swimming events and time standards in British Columbia, Canada, in 2021. Swimming was pursued recreationally in 2023 and 2024 due to heavy competitive golf schedules. I began competitive swimming again in 2025 and made AA Provincials for my school team's mixed relay.

2025–Present

Since 2025, I have been coaching our school's mixed swim team for Grades 3-7, using my competitive background to help young swimmers build strong technique. Beyond the physical skills, I try to make every practice engaging, creating an environment where young swimmers enjoy the sport.

I first started breaking with my school club in Grade 3, and it has remained one of my favorite hobbies ever since. My coach, Thaiyo Seo, is now an Olympic gold-medal-winning coach after his student, Phil Wizard, won gold at the Paris 2024 Olympics. Over the years, breaking has given me countless great memories with my friends while also greatly improving my creativity and confidence to perform in front of crowds. I have some videos of my performances and practices linked below.

Alongside breakdancing as a hobby, I also teach younger students in the school club I first joined. I focus on helping beginners learn new moves while encouraging them to be creative and develop their own style. I have been teaching alongside my coach and friend Thaiyo throughout middle and high school, and it has been a special experience to see students discover breaking and develop a passion for it, just as I did when I first started in Grade 3.