Season Review · July 28, 2025
Difficult campaign - A season to learn from and improve
Roth Woross's 11th season in division 7 proved to be a challenging journey, with the team struggling to find consistency and defensive solidity. Finishing 12th out of 32 teams, the season was marked by a significant goal difference of -76, highlighting the defensive struggles that plagued the squad throughout the campaign. Despite the difficulties, the team showed resilience and a willingness to contribute across the board, with several players stepping up in various roles.
Gary's mark
5/5
Poor
Finished
12th
Points
5
Record
1-2-19
GD
-76
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
12th
Points
5
Win Rate
5%
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
Sada Sugiura
CF
6 contributions
Top scorer
Sada Sugiura
CF
3 goals
Top assists
Sada Sugiura
CF
3 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 5
- P4
- Scoring
- 19
- P13
- Defence
- 95
- P4
- Goal difference
- -76
- P4
5/5
Season mark
Poor
Campaign Record
1-2-19
Wins
1
5%
Draws
2
9%
Losses
19
86%
Attack · Defence
-76 GD
Goal Contributions
Sada Sugiura
Player · 3G · 3A
6
Jeff White
Player · 2G · 1A
3
Jason Matsui
Player · 2G
2
Ahmed Ahmed
Player · 1G · 2A
3
Andrew Edwards
Player · 1G · 1A
2
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
Roth Woross's 11th season in division 7 proved to be a challenging journey, with the team struggling to find consistency and defensive solidity. Finishing 12th out of 32 teams, the season was marked by a significant goal difference of -76, highlighting the defensive struggles that plagued the squad throughout the campaign. Despite the difficulties, the team showed resilience and a willingness to contribute across the board, with several players stepping up in various roles.
A fun fact about this season is the staggering goal difference of -76, which underscores the defensive issues Roth Woross faced. The team managed just 19 goals while conceding 95, reflecting the need for a defensive overhaul and tactical adjustments moving forward.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Top scorer: Sada Sugiura with 3 goals
- Most appearances: Jeff White and Andrew Edwards with 9 each
- Consistent team effort with multiple players contributing
- A season of learning and development for future campaigns
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement
Desk lens
Touchline
Roth Woross's primary focus should be on defensive organization and discipline to address the significant goal difference. Improving defensive tactics, player positioning, and communication could help reduce the number of goals conceded. Additionally, increasing goal-scoring opportunities and efficiency in attack will be vital for climbing the league table in future seasons.
The Long View
Final Assessment
Desk lens
The Ledger
Roth Woross's season was undeniably tough, marked by defensive vulnerabilities and limited offensive output. The team showed commendable effort and individual contributions, but the overall results highlight the need for strategic improvements on both ends of the pitch. Strengthening the defense and fostering a more cohesive attacking unit will be essential for a more competitive campaign next season. This season serves as a valuable learning experience, setting the foundation for future growth and success.