Season Review · July 28, 2025
Difficult campaign - A season to learn from and improve
Froads County's 11th season in Division 7 has been a challenging journey, marked by struggles on both ends of the pitch. Finishing in 10th place with just 3 wins, 4 draws, and 15 losses, the team faced significant hurdles throughout the campaign. The fun fact of the season highlights their defensive difficulties, with a goal difference of -56, reflecting ongoing issues at the back. Despite the hardships, the season provided valuable lessons and a foundation to build upon for future campaigns.
Gary's mark
5/5
Season Review
Finished
10th
Points
13
Record
3-4-15
GD
-56
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
10th
Points
13
Win Rate
14%
Games
22
Season Shape
Most used XI
Best-fit starting eleven for the campaign's most common formation.
Primary shape
3-4-3
Formation usage
Standouts
Season honours
MVP by goal contributions, plus the leading scorer and creator.
Season MVP
Abdoulaye Konan
0 contributions
Top scorer
Abdoulaye Konan
0 goals
Top assists
Abdoulaye Konan
0 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 13
- P21
- Scoring
- 14
- P8
- Defence
- 70
- P38
- Goal difference
- -56
- P21
5/5
Season mark
Season Rating
Campaign Record
3-4-15
Wins
3
14%
Draws
4
18%
Losses
15
68%
Attack · Defence
-56 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
Froads County's 11th season in Division 7 has been a challenging journey, marked by struggles on both ends of the pitch. Finishing in 10th place with just 3 wins, 4 draws, and 15 losses, the team faced significant hurdles throughout the campaign. The fun fact of the season highlights their defensive difficulties, with a goal difference of -56, reflecting ongoing issues at the back. Despite the hardships, the season provided valuable lessons and a foundation to build upon for future campaigns.
Throughout the season, Froads County showed resilience and team spirit, even if the results didn't always reflect their efforts. The squad's collective contributions in multiple roles exemplify their commitment, with players like Hoon Hong, Sergio Figueroa, and Siaka Koua demonstrating versatility. As they regroup and analyze their defensive vulnerabilities, the club aims to turn these experiences into improvements moving forward.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Team spirit: Players contributed in multiple ways despite tough results
- Defensive resilience: Several players showed commitment even in difficult matches
- Learning opportunity: The season served as a crucial foundation for future growth
Standout Filings
Player Analysis and Standout Performers
Filed by
Gary Nano
While individual statistics were limited, the collective effort of the squad was evident. The top players—Hoon Hong, Sergio Figueroa, Siaka Koua, Genaro Oyarzo, and Jose Valdez—contributed in various roles, exemplifying the team’s ethos of versatility and teamwork. Their dedication, despite the season's struggles, underscores their importance as foundational figures for future development.
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement
Desk lens
Touchline
The primary focus for Froads County moving forward is addressing their defensive frailties. Conceding 70 goals indicates a need for better organization and defensive discipline. Additionally, increasing goal-scoring output and converting more chances will be vital to climbing the league table. Building consistency and fostering a more resilient mindset will be key to turning close matches into wins.
The Long View
Final Assessment
Desk lens
The Ledger
Froads County's season was undeniably tough, marked by defensive struggles and limited victories. However, the team’s collective effort and willingness to contribute across roles highlight their potential. Strengthening defensive organization and boosting attacking efficiency will be crucial in the next campaign. With a focus on learning from this difficult season, the club can lay the groundwork for a more competitive future.