Season Review · September 8, 2026
Bundston: Difficult campaign - A season to learn from and improve
Bundston's Season 22 was undoubtedly a challenging chapter in the club's history. Competing in division 6 and league 9, the team struggled to find consistency and stability throughout the campaign. With only a single victory, two draws, and a staggering 19 losses, the season was marked by significant difficulties on the pitch. The club's defensive frailties were glaring, as reflected in the fun fact: Goal difference of -75 - defensive struggles throughout the season. Despite the hardships, this season serves as a crucial learning experience, highlighting areas that need urgent attention for future improvement.
Gary's mark
1/5
Season Review
Finished
11th
Points
5
Record
1-2-19
GD
-75
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
11th
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
5-2-3
Formation usage
Standouts
Season honours
MVP by goal contributions, plus the leading scorer and creator.
Season MVP
Phillip Lewis
RWB
2 contributions
Top scorer
Phillip Lewis
RWB
2 goals
Top assists
Nilson Pires
CF
2 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 5
- P13
- Scoring
- 8
- P13
- Defence
- 83
- P13
- Clean sheets
- 1
- P13
- Goal difference
- -75
- P13
1/5
Season mark
Season Rating
Campaign Record
1-2-19
Wins
1
5%
Draws
2
9%
Losses
19
86%
Attack · Defence
-75 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
Bundston's Season 22 was undoubtedly a challenging chapter in the club's history. Competing in division 6 and league 9, the team struggled to find consistency and stability throughout the campaign. With only a single victory, two draws, and a staggering 19 losses, the season was marked by significant difficulties on the pitch. The club's defensive frailties were glaring, as reflected in the fun fact:Goal difference of -75 - defensive struggles throughout the season. Despite the hardships, this season serves as a crucial learning experience, highlighting areas that need urgent attention for future improvement.
The season's statistics paint a clear picture of the hurdles faced. The team scored just 8 goals while conceding 83, resulting in a goal difference of -75. With only 5 points accumulated, the club finished in 11th place in their division, far from the desired competitive standards. This campaign underscores the importance of rebuilding and refining tactics to turn the tide in upcoming seasons.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights:
Filed by
Gary Nano
- None (season was predominantly difficult with no notable wins or standout moments)
- Focused on development and team cohesion for future campaigns
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement:
Desk lens
Touchline
The primary focus must be on defensive organization and goal-scoring efficiency. The team conceded a high number of goals, indicating defensive vulnerabilities, and scored very few, highlighting attacking struggles. Addressing these issues through tactical adjustments, training, and possibly recruitment will be essential to improve future results.
The Long View
Final Assessment:
Desk lens
The Ledger
Season 22 was a tough journey for Bundston, characterized by defensive struggles and limited offensive output. The club finished with only 5 points and a -75 goal difference, reflecting the need for significant improvement. Strengths are hard to identify given the results, but the season provides a foundation for learning and development. Focusing on defensive solidity and attacking potency will be crucial in turning around fortunes in the next campaign.