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Samuel Chavarria

Samuecchi Chihuahua Since 2022 (Active) Chess.com ♟♟♟♟
49.5%- 46.0%- 4.5%
Bullet 524
107W 86L 4D
Blitz 942
1849W 1699L 162D
Rapid 1251
1726W 1649L 172D
Daily 924
21W 6L 0D
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Chess Improvement Feedback for Samuel Chavarria

Samuel, your preferred time control of Rapid suits a solid training and competitive approach since it balances time for calculation with test of instincts under pressure. Reviewing your recent games, here are some constructive points to help sharpen your gameplay further:

Strengths

  • Opening Knowledge: You demonstrate familiarity with a range of openings including the London System">London System, Caro-Kann Defense">Caro-Kann, and Scandinavian structures. This versatility keeps opponents guessing.
  • Calculation: You are capable of tactical combinations that lead to successful checkmates or winning material, as seen in your ability to leverage pins and forks effectively in your winning games.
  • Endgame Technique: You manage to convert advantages in the endgame confidently, utilizing piece coordination and pressure well.

Areas for Improvement

  • King Safety: In some losses, particularly against aggressive openings like the Italian Game">Italian Game and King's Gambit">King's Gambit, your king became exposed early. Consider focusing on timely castling and maintaining pawn cover.
  • Piece Development: Occasionally, minor pieces were underdeveloped or awkwardly placed (e.g. knight moves like Nf3 followed by retreat or loss). Prioritize rapid and purposeful development to control central squares and improve coordination.
  • Calculation Under Pressure: While tactics are a strength, there were some games where defensive resources were missed or opponents’ threats underestimated, leading to early defeat. Improving defensive calculation and pattern recognition can help avoid quick losses.
  • Opening Preparation: Some opponents took advantage of inaccuracies in the opening (such as premature queen moves or weak pawn pushes). It can help to deepen your understanding of common ideas and traps to maintain a solid, flexible position.

Training Suggestions

  • Review your losses carefully with a chess engine or coach to identify recurring tactical or strategic mistakes.
  • Practice focused drills on king safety and timely castling, especially against aggressive openings.
  • Study a few reliable openings deeply and try to master the plans and typical middlegame ideas.
  • Analyze master games in your preferred openings to learn how they handle opening transitions smoothly.
  • Play slower time controls occasionally to build calculation confidence and pattern recognition.

Highlight: Recent Win to Study

Here is one of your recent wins showcasing good tactical awareness and endgame technique:


Keep up the hard work, Samuel! Consistent practice and learning from each game will undoubtedly lead to steady improvement.


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