I'm not all bad, though.

Sometimes I wish I could encourage my Reversi opponents, and let them know they still have a chance, let them in on a strategic move they could make.

It would be nice to be matched up with players in the same "league."  Some players seem to have plenty of leisure time in making decisions.  Some players aren't emotionally mature enough to stay and finish the game.

Hmmm, maybe I do need to shift to Intermediate.  But it's not about the competition for me.  It's about the recreational value.