
Season Review · April 24, 2026
Difficult campaign - A season to learn from and improve
Season 17 proved to be a challenging chapter for Stere, as the team grappled with defensive vulnerabilities and inconsistent performances. Finishing 11th in division 7 and 28th in the league, the club accumulated only 3 wins, 7 draws, and 12 losses, reflecting a tough journey on the pitch. The fun fact for this season highlights a significant issue: a goal difference of -36, underscoring the defensive struggles that plagued the team throughout the campaign. Despite the hardships, the squad showed resilience and a willingness to contribute in multiple ways, even if the results didn't always reflect their efforts.
Gary's mark
5/5
Season Review
Finished
28th
Points
16
Record
3-7-12
GD
-36

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
28th
Points
16
Win Rate
14%
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
Adrian Martin
CM
0 contributions
Top scorer
Adrian Martin
CM
0 goals
Top assists
Adrian Martin
CM
0 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 16
- P17
- Scoring
- 27
- P42
- Defence
- 63
- P4
- Goal difference
- -36
- P13
5/5
Season mark
Season Rating
Campaign Record
3-7-12
Wins
3
14%
Draws
7
32%
Losses
12
55%
Attack · Defence
-36 GD
The Filing
Gary's notebook, desk by desk — with the forthcoming newsroom voices framed around the edges.
From Gary's Notebook
Season Overview:
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Gary Nano
Season 17 proved to be a challenging chapter for Stere, as the team grappled with defensive vulnerabilities and inconsistent performances. Finishing 11th in division 7 and 28th in the league, the club accumulated only 3 wins, 7 draws, and 12 losses, reflecting a tough journey on the pitch. The fun fact for this season highlights a significant issue: a goal difference of -36, underscoring the defensive struggles that plagued the team throughout the campaign. Despite the hardships, the squad showed resilience and a willingness to contribute in multiple ways, even if the results didn't always reflect their efforts.
This season served as a crucial learning curve for Stere, emphasizing the need for defensive solidity and consistency. With a squad that displayed team spirit and versatility, the focus now shifts to addressing the weaknesses exposed this season to build a stronger foundation for the future.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights:
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Gary Nano
- Defensive resilience from key players like Saliou Sow and Israel Morales, despite overall struggles
- Collective effort in contributing across multiple roles, exemplified by Ahmed Anwar, Jose Hidalgo, and Friedrich Unger
- Notable moments of individual perseverance amidst a tough season
Standout Filings
Player Analysis and Standout Performers:
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While no player managed to score or assist this season, the contributions of the squad members in multiple roles were notable.
- Ahmed Anwar (LW):The team player – Contributing in multiple ways
- Jose Hidalgo (CF):The team player – Contributing in multiple ways
- Saliou Sow (CB):The team player – Contributing in multiple ways
- Israel Morales (CB):The team player – Contributing in multiple ways
- Friedrich Unger (CM):The team player – Contributing in multiple ways
These players exemplified team spirit, even if individual statistics did not shine this season.
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement:
Desk lens
Touchline
The primary focus must be on defensive organization and resilience to reduce conceding goals. Improving discipline and communication at the back could help turn close matches into points. Additionally, increasing offensive output and finding ways to unlock defenses will be vital for future success.
Season Rating:(Poor)
The Long View
Final Assessment:
Desk lens
The Ledger
Stere's Season 17 was marked by defensive struggles and limited success on the pitch. The squad's collective effort and versatility were commendable, but the team must address its defensive frailties and goal-scoring issues to progress. With targeted improvements and a focus on stability, the club has the potential to bounce back stronger in the next campaign.
