Ryan Francisco (Beemo7) - Chess Enthusiast Extraordinaire
Meet Ryan Francisco, better known in the chess world as Beemo7. Ryan is a dedicated player who has faced the 64 squares with a curious blend of grit, wit, and the occasional lucky blunder. With a peak rapid rating nudging just above 1000 and a blitz best of 950, Ryan's chess journey is the classic tale of perseverance sprinkled with moments of brilliance and occasional coffee-fueled mishaps.
Playing Style & Strengths
- Ryan's games tend to be marathon matches, averaging about 57 moves per win, proving he loves long battles more than quick checkmates. Patience is a virtue, and Ryan has plenty.
- With an endgame frequency near 58%, Ryan often finds himself testing the waters of rook and pawn endgames — or simply trying to survive until the opponent blinks.
- He’s a roller-coaster player: boasting a solid 74% comeback rate after taking a hit, so don’t count him out after losing a piece—he’s coming back!
- Ryan’s notorious for a psychological tilt factor of 8 — yes, he’s human. But hey, who hasn’t lost a queen to the dreaded mouse slip?
Favorite Openings
When it comes to openings, Ryan doesn't shy away from classics:
- King's Pawn Opening is his bread and butter, especially in Blitz games, where he holds a respectable 57% win rate.
- He enjoys the tactical tussles of the Caro-Kann Defense in Rapid with over 65% win rate — proving he appreciates solid, reliable setups.
- His experimentation includes the Scandinavian Defense and the Three Knights Opening, showing a readiness to keep opponents guessing.
- Fun fact: Even the quirky Englund Gambit has found its way into Ryan’s arsenal, with a surprisingly healthy 51% success!
Memorable Stats & Tales
Ryan has battled in over 1,000 games ranging from Blitz to Rapid, with a fairly balanced win-loss record. His longest winning streak? A daring 10 games in a row — a feat worth celebrating with some victory coffee (or maybe pizza). And despite some slumps — including an 8-game losing streak — Ryan is never discouraged, rallying back stronger each time.
Most days, Ryan is best at 4:00 AM, when the world is asleep and the chessboard glows ominously under the screen light. At this hour, his win rate spikes spectacularly — perhaps fueled by dreams of grandmasters past.
Recent Glory
Ryan’s most recent highlight was a well-earned checkmate victory against Ayush-13-10 using a sly Pirc Defense strategy. In a 42-move thriller, Ryan managed to outwit his opponent, finishing with a neat checkmate. It’s safe to say Ryan’s tactical awareness keeps opponents on their toes!
Behind the Scenes
Beyond the stats, Ryan is the kind of player who embodies the fun of the game — sometimes winning, sometimes losing, but always learning. His username, Beemo7, suggests a mysterious yet approachable personality — maybe a nod to the lovable cartoon character BMO? Either way, Ryan brings friendly rivalry and plenty of smiles to the chess community.
So, if you ever face Beemo7 across the virtual board, beware: you’re in for a spirited match filled with clever tactics, endgame showdowns, and who knows — maybe a few surprising gambits.
