Kevin Crews (kmc1783) - The Chess Adventurer
Meet Kevin Crews, known in the chess world by his stealthy username kmc1783. A fearless daily player with a peak rating of 728 achieved in September 2024, Kevin has fought numerous battles on the 64 squares. His blitz days may have peaked long ago at 1078 back in 2011, but he still keeps the rapid flame alive with a peak of 636 in 2024.
Kevin’s style? Let’s just say he’s a brave soul who doesn’t quit easily—his early resignation rate barely nudges 1%, even if the battles rarely end in victory. With a knack for pushing games into the endgame (65% frequency), Kevin battles until the last move, averaging around 60 moves per game whether winning or losing. His lions’ share of games have been with a mysterious "Top Secret" opening—perhaps a secret strategy or just a secret weapon waiting to be unleashed!
Statistics That Tell a Story
- Total Daily Games: 122
- Wins: 20 | Losses: 101 | Draws: 1
- Longest Winning Streak: 2 (because hey, every streak starts somewhere!)
- Longest Losing Streak: 17 (testament to his persistence... and maybe a bad day or two)
- Win Rate vs. Most Played Opponent (bravesir0bbin): 11.11%
Notable Traits
Kevin’s psychological resilience shines through: with a tilt factor of 17, he sometimes gets a little emotional—but who doesn’t after 17 losses in a row? His secret weapon is a surprising 60% comeback rate, showing he’s never afraid to fight back even when down a piece. His best hour to strike? 5 PM, when his win rate jumps to 60%, proving that after work is when the real games begin.
Recent Highlights
His latest victory was a checkmate masterstroke against bravesir0bbin on March 1, 2025 — proof that creativity and endurance can triumph over all. The game unfolded like a thrilling thriller starting with classic e4 openings and concluded with a cunning rook and queen finale.
Of course, not every adventure ends in glory. Kevin’s last loss didn’t dampen his spirit — after all, it takes a warrior to keep coming back for the next round, even if that next round means sacrificing a few knights along the way.
In Summary
Kevin Crews is the embodiment of chess grit—a player who battles with heart, often against the odds, and never quite loses sight of the game’s deeper joy: the thrill of play. Whether he’s outmaneuvering opponents at 17:00 or absorbing lessons from a tough losing streak, Kevin’s chess journey is a story of perseverance, humor, and the occasional very well-timed checkmate.
