Ishani Chhitwal
Total Score: 57/85
- Sports Arena : DPS international
- Grade : MYP 2A
- Sports : Chess
01 PSYCHOLOGICAL FACTOR
| Tasks | Remarks | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Play with confidence | Competent | ⭐⭐⭐ |
| Good decision making | Proficient | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| Focused | Foundational Understanding | ⭐⭐ |
| Enthusiastic | Proficient | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| Committed | Competent | ⭐⭐⭐ |
| Disciplined | Proficient | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
02Technical Skills
| Criteria | Benchmark | Remark | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Knowledge of key lines | Demonstrates 3 common openings to 5 moves deep | Competent | ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ |
| Pawn structures, weak squares | Demonstrates understanding in a given position | Competent | ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ |
| Deflection, overloading | Executes or recognizes these tactics in a position | Proficient | ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ |
| Forward calculation | Accurately predicts a 4-move sequence | Proficient | ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ |
| Opponent's threats | Recognizes and addresses threats 3 moves out | Competent | ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ |
| Identifying and targeting weak points | Targets and capitalizes on a given weakness | Foundational Understanding | ⭐ ⭐ |
| Concentration span | Maintains focus through a 20-move sequence | Competent | ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ |
| Time management, trade-offs | Makes 5 decisions in under 20 mins in a complex position | Proficient | ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ |
03Physical Attributes
| Criteria | Benchmark | Remark | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Energy maintenance | Plays a 60-minute game without signs of fatigue 7 | Proficient | ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ |
| Precision in piece handling | Moves pieces confidently and accurately for 20 moves | Competent | ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ |
| Cardio, flexibility | Completes a simple physical test e.g., 15 min of light cardio without strain | Proficient | ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ |
| Level | Intermediate |
|---|---|
| Coach Notes | Ishani has a great interest in the sport of chess. She performs exceptionally well during practice sessions and matches. However, in order to further develop her skills, she should practice more. |
Proposed plan for the next three months:
Month 1:
- Focus on improving opening strategies
- Study famous chess games and analyze different approaches
- Practice solving tactical puzzles regularly
- Work on improving decision-making skills during gameplay
- Participate in local chess tournaments to gain more experience
- Engage in physical exercises to enhance concentration and stamina
Month 2:
- Continue practicing tactical puzzles to enhance calculation abilities
- Study and understand various endgame principles and techniques
- Learn different pawn structures and their implications
- Analyze positional chess and develop a deeper understanding of strategic concepts
- Participate in online chess competitions to challenge stronger opponents
- Incorporate meditation or mindfulness exercises to improve focus and mental clarity
Month 3:
- Work on developing a solid repertoire of openings and study their nuances
- Analyze and learn from games played by top-level chess players
- Focus on improving time management during matches
- Practice playing against different chess engines to enhance adaptability
- Participate in regional or national chess tournaments for exposure to stronger competition
- Engage in physical activities such as swimming or yoga to maintain overall fitness