Josh Bousum NM

Josh Bousum - National Master Extraordinaire

Josh Bousum, known in the chess realms as a National Master, is a player who blends serious skill with a pinch of humor — because who says you can't laugh while executing a devastating fork?

Rating Chronicles

Starting back in 2010 as an ambitious Blitz player with a max rating of 1825, Josh escalated over the years, peaking in Blitz at a remarkable 2124 in 2022. Their Rapid and Daily ratings are no less intimidating, consistently hovering around the 2000s, proving versatility across time controls. Bullet fans might raise an eyebrow at a respectable 1712 max, but remember – speed isn't everything when you can outthink opponents in longer formats!

Playing Style & Tendencies

Josh is a tough opponent with a high endgame frequency of over 70%, showing patience and precision long after the opening fireworks. They are someone who actually enjoys the grind, with an average of about 65 moves per win and even more moves per loss — talk about stamina! Known for their tactical prowess, they boast an almost mythical 100% win rate after losing a piece (the ultimate comeback kid) and can rally from difficult situations with a 78% success rate. White squares or black squares? Josh's White win rate is a cool 63.75%, and Black isn't far behind at 59.44% — checkmate from both sides of the board!

Psychology & Quirks

When it comes to mental toughness, Josh's tilt factor is a nimble 7, which means they don't rage quit, but they might occasionally give their pieces a stern talking-to when things slip. Rated games can be 16% rockier than casual ones, but hey, nothing worth winning comes easy. True to their Master status, they've held an epic longest winning streak of 30 games — enough to make even the grandmasters blink.

Notable Opponent Stats

Josh is no stranger to rivalry, playing opponents like shogun6666, bohicapinoy, and mascakra over a dozen times each, often claiming the upper hand. Their win rates against numerous opponents soar to 100%, making Josh a meticulous hunter of weaknesses — but watch out if you’re on their “most recent” opponent list!

Fun Facts

• High Blitz rating of 2124 – faster than a caffeinated knight on a mission.
• Daily chess win rate around 77.8% – proving slow and steady really does win the race.
• Wins 91.53% of games played at 9 AM – morning person or chess wizard? You decide.
• Once won every single game after losing a piece – resilience level: chess ninja.

Whether slinging forks or threading through tactical mazes, Josh Bousum continues to be a formidable and witty presence on the chessboard, embodying the spirit of a National Master with a smile and a sneaky pawn advance.