Stacey Bassett

Stacey Bassett - The CarolinaKings of Chess.com

Meet Stacey Bassett, better known in the chess world as CarolinaKings, a formidable player who has mastered the art of turning pawns into dreams and checkmates into celebrations. Far from the stereotypical quiet thinker, Stacey's game is a rollercoaster of brilliance, resilience, and a pinch of unapologetic sass.

Rating Highlights & Style

From a humble daily rating starting near 1346 in early 2020, Stacey quickly climbed the ranks to achieve an impressive peak of 1602 in November 2022, proving that consistency and a clever strategy can outmaneuver even the toughest opponents. Her blitz and rapid ratings peaked at 1349 and 1021 respectively, showcasing versatility across formats.

A player who thrives in the endgame, Stacey’s love for long battles is evident with an average of nearly 46 moves per win. But don’t be fooled by the patience—her longest winning streak of 31 games suggests she knows how to pounce when the time is right. With a rather commendable comeback rate of over 56%, Stacey turns setbacks into comebacks like a true champion.

Opening Secrets & Performance

Stacey keeps her opponents guessing with a "Top Secret" opening repertoire that’s been tested over 250+ games in daily, rapid, and blitz formats. In daily games, this secret sauce has yielded a hearty win rate of about 65%—talk about keeping the enemy on their toes!

Personality & Game Trends

Known for a psychological tilt factor of 11 (chess players call this holding their nerve rather well), Stacey’s best time to strike is early morning around 6 AM—clearly fueled by a strong cup of coffee and even stronger determination. She tends to win more often with White pieces (57%) but isn't shy to make Black her battleground either.

If you ever wonder about early resignations, Stacey keeps that figure low at 3.6%, proving she's the kind who fights until the last bishop falls—or at least until the clock runs out. And speaking of clock, she's no stranger to timeout wins, having won 27 matches that way. Losing on time? Practically zero—talk about time management!

Notable Match Highlights

One recent gem was a gritty comeback victory with the Black pieces against player unresign, wrapping up the game by resignation after a tactical onslaught in a lively Giuoco Piano opening. Despite recent challenges (hello, 11-game losing streak), Stacey faces every game with a warrior’s spirit and a strategy ready to evolve.

Community & Opponent Records

Over the years, Stacey's favorite opponents include adamrailing (45 games!), and while the rivalry is fierce, her win rate against them sits proudly at 100%, making her a true queen on the neighborhood turf.

In a Nutshell

Stacey Bassett aka CarolinaKings is not just a player; she’s a chess journey carved with passion, resilience, and a knack for sneaky tactics disguised as polite moves. Whether you meet her online or cheer her from afar, one thing is certain: underestimating this player is the first step towards a swift defeat.

Keep your queens close and your knights closer—Stacey’s coming for the checkmate!