PCC Team

Parsippany Cube Club

Meet the PCC Team

Experienced student cubers who teach, mentor, and run everything from weekly classes to summer camps and competitions.

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Nick Sota

Founder & Head Coach

10–11s avg · 3×3 300+ students 6+ years teaching

Nick Sota is the founder of the Parsippany Cube Club and a highly accomplished speedcuber with an average solve time of 10 to 11 seconds on the 3×3. With more than six years of teaching experience, Nick has shared his passion for cubing with over 300 students, guiding them from their very first solves to preparing for competitions. His expertise extends well beyond the standard 3×3, as he can solve a wide range of puzzles including the Pyraminx, 2×2, Skewb, Megaminx, 4×4, 5×5, and more, offering students a chance to explore the full variety of the cubing world. Nick’s teaching approach blends speed-solving techniques with patient, step-by-step explanations, helping both beginners and advanced cubers improve their skills and confidence. Through his leadership and dedication, the Parsippany Cube Club has grown into a welcoming community where students can learn, compete, and celebrate the joy of cubing together.

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Keshav Patel

Tutor & Event Organizer

12s PB · 3×3 With PCC since 2021 10+ puzzles

Keshav Patel has been involved with the Parsippany Cube Club since 2021, when he originally joined as a student. Since then, he has grown from learning as a club member to tutoring the competition team, becoming an intern, and now helping organize events while continuing to teach students. With years of cubing experience, Keshav has developed both speed and a strong understanding of many different puzzles. He has a personal best of 12 seconds on the 3×3 and consistently averages around 20–25 seconds. In addition to the 3×3, he knows how to solve the Pyraminx, 2×2, Skewb, Megaminx, Gear Cube, Square-1, 4×4, Ivy Cube, and has even solved a 7×7. Keshav enjoys helping students improve their solving skills, whether they are learning the basics for the first time or preparing for competitions. His experience as both a former student and current tutor allows him to connect well with newer cubers and explain concepts in a clear, relatable way.

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Emerson Coda

Tutor

15s PB · 3×3 CFOP 7+ years cubing Beginner specialist

Emerson Coda has been an integral part of the Parsippany Cube Club for the past three years, where he has dedicated himself to teaching and mentoring aspiring cubers. With over seven years of cubing experience, Emerson has developed both speed and depth in the hobby. He holds a personal best of 15 seconds on the 3×3 using the CFOP method and consistently averages around 25 seconds. While his specialty lies in the 3×3, he is also well-versed in solving other puzzles such as the Pyraminx, 2×2, Skewb, and Megaminx, giving students a broad perspective on different cube types. Emerson is particularly passionate about working with beginners, guiding them through the CFOP method step by step, and helping them build confidence as they progress. Over the years, he has taught dozens of students, not only introducing them to the fundamentals but also preparing some for competitive events.

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Rohan Mruthik

Summer Camp Tutor

2×2 & Pyraminx specialist 4 years of camps

Rohan has been teaching at the Parsippany Cube Club’s summer camps for the past four years, focusing primarily on helping beginners take their first steps into cubing. He has worked with more than 10 students, patiently guiding them through the basics and sparking their interest in the hobby. While he enjoys teaching a variety of puzzles, Rohan specializes in the 2×2, Pyraminx, and other side events where he brings advanced strategies and tips to his students. His approachable style and ability to break down methods into simple, easy-to-follow steps make him especially effective with newcomers. By combining his own expertise with a passion for teaching, Rohan has become a valued mentor who helps lay the foundation for future cubers at every summer camp.

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