Nandini Kalra
Total Score: 57/85
- Sports Arena : DPS international
- Grade : MYP 1E
- Sports : Chess
01 PSYCHOLOGICAL FACTOR
| Tasks | Remarks | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Play with confidence | Foundational Understanding | ⭐⭐ |
| Good decision making | Competent | ⭐⭐⭐ |
| Focused | Proficient | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| Enthusiastic | Proficient | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| Committed | Proficient | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| 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 | Competent | ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ |
| Forward calculation | Accurately predicts a 4-move sequence | Competent | ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ |
| Opponent's threats | Recognizes and addresses threats 3 moves out | Competent | ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ |
| Identifying and targeting weak points | Targets and capitalizes on a given weakness | Proficient | ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ |
| 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 | Competent | ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ |
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 | Proficient | ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ |
| Cardio, flexibility | Completes a simple physical test e.g., 15 min of light cardio without strain | Competent | ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ |
| Level | Intermediate |
|---|---|
| Coach Notes | High level of adaptability and flexibility. Suggesting to play more games to increase confidence |
Proposed plan for the next three months:
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Month 1:
- Focus on building a strong foundation in chess principles and rules
- Play practice games to assess current skill level
- Identify weaknesses and areas for improvement
- Work on opening strategies and tactics
- Introduce basic endgame concepts
- Regularly review and analyze games for improvement
- Develop a training plan to enhance technical skills
- Include physical exercises to improve stamina and concentration
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Month 2:
- Continue working on opening strategies and tactics
- Focus on improving calculation and visualization abilities
- Play more competitive games to increase confidence
- Analyze games in-depth to identify patterns and mistakes
- Introduce advanced endgame concepts
- Practice time management during games
- Implement specific training exercises to target weaknesses
- Incorporate physical exercises for strength and agility
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Month 3:
- Refine opening repertoire and study different variations
- Work on positional understanding and strategic planning
- Participate in tournaments or online competitions
- Analyze tournament games to identify strengths and weaknesses
- Focus on advanced tactical patterns and combinations
- Study master games for inspiration and learning
- Continue physical training for overall fitness
- Regularly review and update training plan based on progress