Season Review · July 28, 2025
Difficult campaign - A season to learn from and improve
Penhop's an endured a challenging season in Division 7 of League 13, finishing in 10th place with just 3 wins from 22 matches. The campaign was marked by defensive struggles, as reflected in their staggering goal difference of -54, the result of conceding 80 goals while managing only 26 to their name. Fun fact: their negative goal difference of -54 underscores the defensive issues that plagued the team throughout the season, highlighting an area ripe for improvement. Despite the setbacks, the team showed resilience and individual talent, with players contributing in various ways on the pitch.
Gary's mark
5/5
Season Review
Finished
10th
Points
9
Record
3-0-19
GD
-54
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
9
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-A
Formation usage
Standouts
Season honours
MVP by goal contributions, plus the leading scorer and creator.
Season MVP
Glen Jackson
CF
7 contributions
Top scorer
Glen Jackson
CF
5 goals
Top assists
Richard Gray
RM
6 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 9
- P21
- Scoring
- 26
- P29
- Defence
- 80
- P21
- Goal difference
- -54
- P29
5/5
Season mark
Season Rating
Campaign Record
3-0-19
Wins
3
14%
Draws
0
0%
Losses
19
86%
Attack · Defence
-54 GD
Goal Contributions
Daniel Muhammad
Player · 5G · 1A
6
Glen Jackson
Player · 5G · 2A
7
Hector Gomez
Player · 3G
3
Claudio Lombardi
Player · 3G
3
Carlos Alves
Player · 5A
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
Penhop's an endured a challenging season in Division 7 of League 13, finishing in 10th place with just 3 wins from 22 matches. The campaign was marked by defensive struggles, as reflected in their staggering goal difference of -54, the result of conceding 80 goals while managing only 26 to their name. Fun fact: their negative goal difference of -54 underscores the defensive issues that plagued the team throughout the season, highlighting an area ripe for improvement. Despite the setbacks, the team showed resilience and individual talent, with players contributing in various ways on the pitch.
This season served as a tough learning curve for Penhop's an, emphasizing the need for defensive solidity and consistency. While the team struggled overall, the dedication of key players kept spirits high, and the experience gained will be crucial for future development.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Daniel Muhammad and Glen Jackson both scored 5 goals, showcasing attacking potential
- Carlos Alves contributed with 5 assists, demonstrating creative playmaking
- Several players, including Hector Gomez and Claudio Lombardi, contributed across multiple facets of the game
- Despite the tough season, the team maintained a fighting spirit and individual performances
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement
Desk lens
Touchline
Defensive organization and resilience need urgent attention, as reflected in the high number of goals conceded. Building a more cohesive backline and improving positional discipline will be vital. Additionally, increasing 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
Penhop's an faced a difficult season marked by defensive vulnerabilities and limited success in the league. The team’s strengths lie in individual contributions from players like Muhammad, Jackson, and Alves, who showed their potential despite the overall struggles. Moving forward, focusing on defensive organization and team cohesion will be essential to climb the standings and achieve more positive results. This season serves as a foundation for growth, with clear areas identified for improvement.