Meet Sam-Rise
Sam-Rise embarked on a dedicated chess journey in 2022, starting with Rapid games and quickly gaining confidence by pushing his rating from an early 100 to a peak of 384. By the end of that first year, his Rapid rating settled around 371, showcasing steady improvement and a determined approach to learning the game.
Sam-Rise especially favors online Blitz play. Over multiple seasons, he has seen his Blitz rating move from 186 in 2022, rise beyond 400 in 2023, and even reach the upper 400s in the following years. In addition, he stepped into Daily chess in 2023, debuting at a rating of 606.
Playing Style
Known for pressing on into the endgame—over half his games culminate past the middlegame—Sam-Rise averages about 52 moves in victories and 62 moves in defeats. Fans note his remarkable “comeback spirit,” with a high rate of turning around tough positions. Although early resignations only constitute a small fraction of his games, he still strives to reduce moments of tilt and keep his focus intact.
Favorite Openings
Sam-Rise has experimented with a vast repertoire, ranging from the classic French Defense and Scandinavian lines to the more adventurous Nimzowitsch and Pirc setups. His successes often come from sharper openings like the Center Game Accepted or from gambit setups such as the Blackmar-Diemer and Smith-Morra, reflecting a dynamic, enterprising style.
Key Stats & Achievements
- Overall Record: Rapid (22W/16L/6D), Blitz (1111W/1120L/80D), Daily (0W/1L/3D)
- Longest Winning Streak: 12 consecutive games
- White Win Rate: 49.36% | Black Win Rate: 46.72%
- Current Daily Rating: 606
- Preferred Time to Play: Morning hours (particularly around 9 AM) yield his best performance
- Favorite Day to Play: Thursdays, hovering around a 50.9% win rate
Beyond the board, Sam-Rise relishes a challenge and displays perseverance when trailing in material—evidenced by a knack for late-game comebacks and fighting draws. While often embracing complex gambits, he manages to maintain a noteworthy balance between experimentation and fundamental chess principles.
As he continues building upon his year-to-year improvements, Sam-Rise remains a passionate and persistent competitor—equally at home in tactical melees and patient endgames. True to his name, he’s always on the rise.
