Pat

Biography of Pat (aka hennyp28)

Meet Pat, known to the chess virtual world as hennyp28, a player whose games blend the determination of a strategist with the resilience of a comeback artist. Pat’s journey through the chess ranks is filled with ups, downs, and the occasional comedic blunder that reminds us all: even in chess, human nature prevails.

Playing Style & Strengths

Pat’s style is a patient one, with an average of nearly 60 moves per win and a somewhat shorter but still respectable average of 56 moves per loss. Clearly, Pat isn’t one for quick surrenders, but rather battles on in the trenches with a decent early resignation rate of just 6.67%. Endgames are a favored terrain, with Pat playing them in over half their games. This focus usually pays off, considering a comeback rate of an impressive 79% – a true sign of a fighter who thrives under pressure.

Ratings & Achievements

Pat started out around the 500-600 rating mark in Blitz and gradually pushed higher, reaching a personal peak of 913 in Blitz (April 2023) and an impressive 1149 in Rapid (December 2019). Not one to rush, Pat’s steady climb reflects commitment and continuous improvement, showing that perseverance does matter – at least until the coffee runs out.

Favorite Openings

Pat’s opening preferences reveal a curious and sometimes eclectic taste. The Queen’s Pawn Opening is a consistent weapon in Blitz and Rapid, while the Scandinavian Defense and Vienna Game show up as surprise packages with solid win rates around 50%. In Rapid, a certain fondness for the Grob Opening tells us Pat isn’t afraid to stray from the beaten path. We suspect this also leads to some “wait, what?!” moments for their opponents.

Psychological Notes & Play Patterns

Pat’s tilt factor is relatively modest at 19, perhaps tempered by embracing the chaos of the game. Their best time to dominate the board is around 1 PM, so mornings might best be spent sipping coffee rather than calculating forks.

Interestingly, Pat demonstrates a win rate boost of nearly 45% when playing rated games compared to casual ones, proving nerves of steel or a splash of adrenaline during the real deal.

A Memorable Victory

One of Pat’s recent crowning moments was when they delivered a swift and elegant checkmate in a rapid game, skillfully outmaneuvering an opponent with their trusty Bishop and Knight. It was a triumph that made spectators cheer (or at least their cat noticed).

Overall

Pat is the kind of chess player who, through ups and downs, shows resilience, tactical savvy, and the heart of a lion — or perhaps a very determined housecat. Whether grinding out endgames or daring a cheeky Grob, Pat's games are always worth watching (and occasionally laughing along with).