Season Review · September 8, 2026
Cler-Lyme Rovers: Division 8 review - The season in numbers
Cler-Lyme Rovers' journey through Season 22 in Division 8 was a challenging one, marked by a mix of hard-fought battles and tough setbacks. Finishing in 8th place out of the league, the Rovers accumulated 22 points from 6 wins, 4 draws, and 12 losses. The season's fun fact highlights that it was truly a season of football with its own unique story, filled with moments of resilience and lessons learned on the pitch. Despite their efforts, the team struggled defensively, conceding 42 goals and ending with a goal difference of -19, which ultimately impacted their league standing.
Gary's mark
1/5
Season Review
Finished
8th
Points
22
Record
6-4-12
GD
-19
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
8th
Points
22
Win Rate
27%
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
10 contributions
Top scorer
Philippe Robert
AM
5 goals
Top assists
Philippe Robert
AM
5 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 22
- P38
- Scoring
- 23
- P21
- Defence
- 42
- P54
- Clean sheets
- 6
- P58
- Goal difference
- -19
- P38
1/5
Season mark
Season Rating
Campaign Record
6-4-12
Wins
6
27%
Draws
4
18%
Losses
12
55%
Attack · Defence
-19 GD
The Filing
Gary's notebook, desk by desk — with the forthcoming newsroom voices framed around the edges.
From Gary's Notebook
Season Overview:
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Gary Nano
Cler-Lyme Rovers' journey through Season 22 in Division 8 was a challenging one, marked by a mix of hard-fought battles and tough setbacks. Finishing in 8th place out of the league, the Rovers accumulated 22 points from 6 wins, 4 draws, and 12 losses. The season's fun fact highlights that it was truly a season of football with its own unique story, filled with moments of resilience and lessons learned on the pitch. Despite their efforts, the team struggled defensively, conceding 42 goals and ending with a goal difference of -19, which ultimately impacted their league standing.
This season proved to be a test of consistency and resolve for Cler-Lyme Rovers, as they navigated the ups and downs of a competitive division. While they showed sparks of potential, the overall results reflect a need for strategic adjustments moving forward.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights:
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Gary Nano
- Scored 23 goals across the season
- Conceded 42 goals, highlighting defensive challenges
- Achieved 4 draws, demonstrating resilience in some matches
- Ended the season in 8th place in Division 8
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement:
Desk lens
Touchline
Cler-Lyme Rovers faced difficulties in converting their efforts into more positive results, as reflected by their 12 losses and goal difference of -19. Strengthening defensive organization and improving goal-scoring consistency could significantly enhance their competitiveness in future campaigns.
The Long View
Final Assessment:
Desk lens
The Ledger
Season 22 was a challenging chapter for Cler-Lyme Rovers, with their 8th-place finish underscoring the need for strategic adjustments. The team demonstrated resilience with some positive results but struggled defensively and in securing wins. Moving forward, focusing on defensive solidity and goal-scoring efficiency could help turn the tide and elevate their league performance.