Season Review · July 28, 2025
Difficult campaign - A season to learn from and improve
Crewsburn’s 11th season in the league was undoubtedly a challenging one, marked by defensive struggles and a tough battle for consistency. Finishing in 9th place in Division 4, the team amassed only 6 wins and suffered 16 defeats, highlighting the difficulties faced throughout the campaign. Despite the setbacks, the team showed resilience and a fighting spirit, even if the results did not always reflect their efforts on the pitch. Fun fact: with a goal difference of -41, the team faced significant defensive challenges, conceding far more than they scored.
Gary's mark
5/5
Season Review
Finished
9th
Points
18
Record
6-0-16
GD
-41
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
27%
Games
22
Season Shape
Most used XI
Best-fit starting eleven for the campaign's most common formation.
Primary shape
3-4-3-A
Formation usage
Standouts
Season honours
MVP by goal contributions, plus the leading scorer and creator.
Season MVP
Ali Salem
GK
0 contributions
Top scorer
Ali Salem
GK
0 goals
Top assists
Ali Salem
GK
0 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 18
- P29
- Scoring
- 43
- P29
- Defence
- 84
- P21
- Goal difference
- -41
- P29
5/5
Season mark
Season Rating
Campaign Record
6-0-16
Wins
6
27%
Draws
0
0%
Losses
16
73%
Attack · Defence
-41 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
Crewsburn’s 11th season in the league was undoubtedly a challenging one, marked by defensive struggles and a tough battle for consistency. Finishing in 9th place in Division 4, the team amassed only 6 wins and suffered 16 defeats, highlighting the difficulties faced throughout the campaign. Despite the setbacks, the team showed resilience and a fighting spirit, even if the results did not always reflect their efforts on the pitch. Fun fact: with a goal difference of -41, the team faced significant defensive challenges, conceding far more than they scored.
This season served as a crucial learning curve for Crewsburn, emphasizing the need for defensive organization and strategic improvements. The squad’s collective effort was evident, with players contributing in multiple ways, even if individual statistics did not shine brightly. The season’s hardships underscore the importance of building a more solid foundation for future success.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Strong team spirit despite tough results
- Notable offensive effort with 43 goals scored
- Defensive resilience tested, but areas for growth identified
- Collective contribution from key players in multiple roles
Standout Filings
Player Analysis and Standout Performers
Filed by
Gary Nano
While individual statistics may not tell the full story, the team’s core players—Jose Rosa, Samuel Bala, Hiroyuki Ishii, Xavier Vasseur, and Siegfried Berg—contributed in multiple ways, embodying the team-player ethos. Their collective effort kept the team competitive in moments, even if the results ultimately favored the opposition.
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement
Desk lens
Touchline
Defensive organization remains the top priority for Crewsburn moving forward. Addressing the high number of goals conceded and tightening the backline will be essential. Additionally, developing more consistency in attack and creating more scoring opportunities could help turn narrow defeats into valuable points.
The Long View
Final Assessment
Desk lens
The Ledger
Crewsburn’s season was a difficult one, marked by defensive vulnerabilities and a need for strategic growth. The team’s collective effort and resilience are promising foundations to build upon. Focusing on defensive solidity and consistency will be key to improving results next season. With the right adjustments, Crewsburn can aim for a more competitive and balanced campaign in the future.