Season Review · September 8, 2026
Churnem Stanley: Division 8 review - The season in numbers
Season 22 proved to be a challenging chapter for Churnem Stanley as they navigated the complexities of Division 8. With a total of 5 wins, 3 draws, and 14 losses, the team struggled to find consistency throughout the campaign. The season's fun fact highlights that it was truly a season of football with its own unique story, marked by moments of resilience amid adversity. Despite their efforts, the club finished in 9th place out of the division, reflecting the hurdles faced on the pitch.
Gary's mark
5/5
Season Review
Finished
9th
Points
18
Record
5-3-14
GD
-15
Gary "Nano" Pettit-Thompson IV
Lead Football Journalist
The Match & Season Desk
Data-first, narrative-second. If it happened on the pitch, Gary filed it.
A Columns Desk filing — visual season centre first, then the full notebook.
Season Centre
The campaign in pictures — before the filing.
Position
9th
Points
18
Win Rate
23%
Games
22
Season Shape
Most used XI
Best-fit starting eleven for the campaign's most common formation.
Primary shape
4-2-3-1
Formation usage
Standouts
Season honours
MVP by goal contributions, plus the leading scorer and creator.
Season MVP
Philippe Robert
AM
14 contributions
Top scorer
Philippe Robert
AM
8 goals
Top assists
Pedro Chagas
RW
7 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 18
- P25
- Scoring
- 25
- P29
- Defence
- 40
- P54
- Clean sheets
- 4
- P42
- Goal difference
- -15
- P46
5/5
Season mark
Season Rating
Campaign Record
5-3-14
Wins
5
23%
Draws
3
14%
Losses
14
64%
Attack · Defence
-15 GD
The Filing
Gary's notebook, desk by desk — with the forthcoming newsroom voices framed around the edges.
From Gary's Notebook
Season Overview:
Filed by
Gary Nano
Season 22 proved to be a challenging chapter for Churnem Stanley as they navigated the complexities of Division 8. With a total of 5 wins, 3 draws, and 14 losses, the team struggled to find consistency throughout the campaign. The season's fun fact highlights that it was truly a season of football with its own unique story, marked by moments of resilience amid adversity. Despite their efforts, the club finished in 9th place out of the division, reflecting the hurdles faced on the pitch.
Churnem Stanley scored 25 goals but conceded 40, resulting in a goal difference of -15. This negative goal difference underscores defensive vulnerabilities and offensive struggles that ultimately impacted their league standing. The season's overall performance was a testament to the unpredictable and often tough nature of football at this level.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights:
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Scored 25 goals across the season
- Secured 5 wins despite difficulties
- Achieved 3 draws in a competitive division
- Demonstrated resilience in a tough campaign
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement:
Desk lens
Touchline
The team’s record of 5 wins, 3 draws, and 14 losses indicates a need for greater consistency and defensive solidity. Improving goal-scoring efficiency and reducing goals conceded could significantly enhance future league standings. Addressing these areas will be crucial for climbing higher in the division.
Season Rating:(Poor)
The Long View
Final Assessment:
Desk lens
The Ledger
Season 22 was a tough journey for Churnem Stanley, marked by a challenging league position and a negative goal difference. While the team showed moments of effort and resilience, there remains considerable room for improvement in both attack and defense. Strengthening these areas will be vital for a more competitive showing in the next campaign.