Coach Chesswick
Hi Anni, here is your personalised post-match review and training roadmap!
Quick snapshot
• Current peak (Rapid): 2098 (2024-04-27) • Main openings with White: 1.b3 / 1.g3 • Main openings with Black: French-type (e6–d5) and Pirc set-ups
• When do you win most? →
What you are already doing very well
- Opening flexibility. You handle both flank fianchetto systems (b3/Bb2 and g3/Bg2) and centre-first systems (1.e4 e6 2.d4 d5 3.e5) comfortably. This keeps opponents guessing.
- Speed endgames. The live game vs gordennub shows crisp conversion with 4-second increments—great practical technique under time pressure.
- Fighting spirit. Even in worse positions you search for dynamic chances (e.g., the exchange-sac 21.Nf6+ against hansenlxh). This attitude is invaluable for rating climbs.
Patterns holding you back
- Loose king-side pawn pushes in the opening.
Games against GrandMasterZuk and SEBAZZANO both feature early h-pawns/lone g-pawns rushing while your king is still in the centre or the opposite bishop is eyeing g2. Delay flank pawn storms until your pieces coordinate. - Under-estimating central breaks.
In several Pirc/French structures you allowed …c5 or …e5 without a concrete reply. Train more on typical pawn breaks so you can meet them with preparation rather than surprise. - Calculating forcing lines 3-4 ply deeper.
The resignation position against hansenlxh looked salvageable if 20…Be5! had been foreseen earlier. Sharpen your short-range tactics—especially in crowded middlegames. - Clock management in Daily chess.
Several daily losses happened after promising openings but stalled middlegames. Set a small routine: at least one “long think” and a daily 5-minute tactics check before moving.
Three concrete training goals for the next month
| Theme | How to practise | Success indicator |
|---|---|---|
| Stop early pawn grabs | Play 20 puzzles tagged “poisoned pawn” / “hanging pawn” each week. | < 3 blunders per 25-move rapid game |
| Central pawn breaks | Build a mini-repertoire vs …c5 in your Colle/Bb2 systems and vs …e5 in French structures. | Score 60%+ as Black in French Advance on next 10 rapid games. |
| Tactical depth | Try the 3-minute “blindfold” tactic drill: visualise solution before moving pieces on board. | Raise Puzzle Rush high score by +3 within 4 weeks. |
Illustrative clip to study
Mindset reminder
Every time you consider a pawn move in front of your king, ask: “Will this square be weak after 5 moves?”—classic prophylaxis. Your attacking talent will shine even brighter once your fortress is secure.
Next steps
- Play two thematic training matches—one with reversed colours—against sparring partner mor_tal.
- Review each rapid game the same day; tag critical moments “opening choice”, “tactics” or “endgame”.
- Revisit this plan in 30 days and update goals.
Good luck, and remember: steady, measurable habits trump overnight miracles. You’ve got this, Anni!