Season Review · July 28, 2025
Difficult campaign - A season to learn from and improve
Stoncand Park’s 11th season in the league was undeniably a challenging journey. Competing in Division 5 within League 8, the team finished in 8th place, a position that underscores the hurdles faced throughout the campaign. With 6 wins, 4 draws, and 12 losses, the team accumulated 22 points, reflecting a season of ups and downs. Interestingly, this season was a story of resilience and perseverance, with each match adding a new chapter to the club’s evolving narrative. A fun fact about this season is that it was truly a season of football with its own unique story — full of unexpected twists and lessons learned.
Gary's mark
5/5
Season Review
Finished
8th
Points
22
Record
6-4-12
GD
-6
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
Tim Anderson
CF
10 contributions
Top scorer
Tim Anderson
CF
8 goals
Top assists
Doyun Chon
LW
5 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 22
- P38
- Scoring
- 37
- P38
- Defence
- 43
- P46
- Goal difference
- -6
- P38
5/5
Season mark
Season Rating
Campaign Record
6-4-12
Wins
6
27%
Draws
4
18%
Losses
12
55%
Attack · Defence
-6 GD
Goal Contributions
Tim Anderson
Player · 8G · 2A
10
Peter Taylor
Player · 5G · 4A
9
Hani Saad
Player · 4G · 4A
8
Sungmo Chun
Player · 4G · 1A
5
Marcelo Mota
Player · 3G · 2A
5
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
Stoncand Park’s 11th season in the league was undeniably a challenging journey. Competing in Division 5 within League 8, the team finished in 8th place, a position that underscores the hurdles faced throughout the campaign. With 6 wins, 4 draws, and 12 losses, the team accumulated 22 points, reflecting a season of ups and downs. Interestingly, this season was a story of resilience and perseverance, with each match adding a new chapter to the club’s evolving narrative. A fun fact about this season is that it was truly a season of football with its own unique story — full of unexpected twists and lessons learned.
Despite the difficulties, there were bright spots and individual performances worth celebrating. The team showed commendable spirit and dedication, with players contributing across the board. The season’s struggles highlight the importance of growth and strategic refinement moving forward.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Tim Anderson led the scoring with 8 goals, showcasing his offensive prowess
- Peter Taylor contributed significantly with 5 goals and 4 assists, demonstrating versatility
- Hani Saad and Sungmo Chun both provided 4 goals and 4 assists, becoming key playmakers
- The team displayed resilience with multiple players contributing in various ways, emphasizing teamwork
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement
Desk lens
Touchline
Stoncand Park’s season highlighted the need for defensive solidity, as conceding 43 goals indicates room for improvement at the back. Additionally, consistency in results remains a challenge, and developing a more cohesive tactical approach could help turn narrow losses into valuable points. Building on individual performances and fostering team cohesion will be crucial for future success.
The Long View
Final Assessment
Desk lens
The Ledger
This season was undoubtedly a difficult one for Stoncand Park, but it also served as a foundation for growth. The team’s strengths lie in their collective effort and the standout performances of key players like Anderson, Taylor, and Saad. However, addressing defensive vulnerabilities and improving consistency will be essential moving forward. With a focus on strategic development and squad cohesion, the club has the potential to rise stronger in the next campaign.