Billy (BB2) discovered Bitcoin —and trading in general— back in 2019, drawn in by the simple curiosity of watching the price go up. He decided to buy, and within days, he made his first profitable trade. The fact that he doubled his numbers on that very first win sparked a deeper interest in trading but also planted a dangerous seed: the idea that trading was easy.
As a former athlete with a background in competitive golf, he was no stranger to pressure, discipline, and long learning curves. That mindset quickly turned his curiosity into a serious pursuit. Soon, trading became more than just numbers on a screen.
Where the Real Journey Began
After following some crypto influencers at the time, many of whom sold smoke by flaunting trades on demo accounts and hyping up moves with no solid technical basis, BB2 found himself disillusioned.
Amid all that hype and riding a wave of overconfidence after his early success, he started noticing pullbacks in Bitcoin. But those retracements eventually became a deep correction. It caught him completely off guard, and he ended up buying every dip, only to watch the price keep dipping.
“That’s when I knew there had to be more to trading.”
His real journey began in 2021 when he discovered Chart Champions. That’s when BB2 fully committed himself to studying technical analysis and learning the strategies taught by coaches like Daniel, Severin, and Igor.
“I thought I was just going to get better fast. But I didn’t realise how tough and personal the journey would be.”
At one point, he understood a more profound truth: trading isn’t just about reading charts; it’s about rewiring your brain to think in probabilities.
That is what we teach at Chart Champions.
From Golf Greens to Trading Screens
Billy’s athletic background helped shape his mindset. Golf taught him resilience, the importance of managing emotions, and how to perform under pressure, all qualities that translated perfectly into trading.
“In athletics, you deal with failure all the time. You dig deep when you’re down. That same grit is needed in trading.”
Like a golfer who starts slicing and hooking wildly before learning control, Billy noticed that his trades followed the same path. Early swings were huge and emotional. Over time, they became more refined and intentional. His mistakes didn’t disappear; they just got smaller and more manageable.
“Like in golf, pros still make mistakes—but they’re small, controlled. The same thing happens in trading when you get consistent.”
His coach, Dustin Johnson, a former World No.1 in golf, shared a key lesson:
“He made 80% of his money in 20% of events. That’s exactly like trading. You won’t win every day, but if you manage risk, the good trades pay off.”
Transitioning into Futures
As crypto started to slow down, a conversation with Coach Igor opened Billy’s eyes to the futures market. The scale and structure of traditional markets like ES and NQ were unlike anything he had seen in crypto. It was both humbling and motivating.
He quickly realised how small retail traders are compared to institutions and how vital it is to find your edge and protect your capital.
“You’re competing against the smartest people in the world. Institutions have data, tech, and capital that individuals can’t match. You must learn how to tactfully navigate the market and find your place.”
He also became more selective. While scalping still has its place when volatility demands it, Billy now focuses on high-probability trades and solid trade management. His goal is consistency, not constant action.
What the Chart Champions Community Is
One of the main things that’s kept Billy grounded has been the Chart Champions community. In a space filled with noise and egos, CC stood out for its integrity, evolution, and authentic support.
“It’s a supportive, professional environment. No trash talk, no fear of asking questions. Everyone’s on their own journey, and the community respects that.”
Over the years, he’s watched the coaches evolve their strategies, simplify complex concepts, and foster an environment where traders of all levels feel comfortable asking questions and growing together.
Everyone starts overwhelmed — Elliott Waves, Fibonacci, support/resistance, candle patterns — but each trader finds their own style over time.
Billy’s vision for the next few years is clear: stay consistent, scale up, and keep simplifying. He knows that trading is a mirror. It reflects your strengths, weaknesses, and mindset. And he’s learned that the real challenge isn’t beating the market; it’s managing yourself.
BB2 Advice for Beginners
Simple and sharp.
“Don’t trade with real money. Build your skills first. Protect your capital. There’s time to go live later.”
Key Takeaways
- Start slow: Sim accounts first. Real capital comes later.
- Risk management is everything: Profitability starts with protection.
- Focus on consistency, not perfection.
- Trading is a mental game and a mirror.
- Find your edge, master it, and repeat.
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