Evan Schultz: The Chess Journeyman with a Punchline
Evan Schultz, known online as acow101, is the kind of chess player who brings a little spice to every board he graces. Rated in the mid-hundreds to low 500s across Rapid, Blitz, Daily, and even Bullet formats, Evan proves that dedication counts more than just flashy ratings.
His peak Rapid rating rocketed to a solid 558 in early 2023, with Blitz not far behind at 547. Daily games? A surprising high score of 957 shows Evan’s grit in long-term battles — patience truly is a virtue. And if you're into Bullet, well, 140 is his playground; fast, furious, and occasionally firing off unexpected gambits.
Speaking of gambits, Evan’s favorite opening weapons include the King’s Pawn Opening - King’s Knight Variation where he boasts an impressive 72.73% win rate in Rapid games, as well as a spicy Scotch Game and Bishop's Opening. Let’s just say if openings were coffee, Evan’s cup is strong and often with a surprise flavor.
He’s no stranger to the ups and downs of chess life: with a longest winning streak of 9 games and a losing streak that humbles even the best at 7, Evan rides the rollercoaster with humor and persistence. His style? Patient, rarely giving up early despite an early resignation rate close to 30%. Endgames? A playground where he’s comfortably active about 38.5% of the time.
When it comes to psychology, Evan's tilt factor is surprisingly low (7 out of 100). Though losing can sting, he bounces back with a come-from-behind win rate north of 60%, proving he's got resilience that would make a chess boxing champ jealous.
His games unfold most beautifully in the early hours around 5 AM — a perfect time to catch the world asleep and the knights dancing on the board. Opponents beware: recent rivals like suga1108 and magicco04 have felt the sting of his tactical prowess, often ending with Evan’s triumphant grin (and a polite resignation).
Evan’s recent chess escapades include a thrilling victory employing the Smith-Morra Gambit — a bold choice that led to a graceful resignation from his opponent. If his style were a movie genre, it’d be a mix of suspense thrillers with occasional slapstick moments.
While not a grandmaster just yet, Evan Schultz embodies the spirit of the everyday chess warrior: strategic, surprisingly crafty, and with just enough humor to remind everyone that chess is, after all, a game meant to be enjoyed.
