Season Review · September 8, 2026
Bardenham Rangers: Difficult campaign - A season to learn from and improve
Season 22 proved to be a challenging chapter for Bardenham Rangers as they navigated the complexities of Division 7. The team struggled to find consistency, ending the season with only 3 wins, 4 draws, and a significant 15 losses. Their defensive frailties were evident, culminating in a daunting goal difference of -45, which highlights the defensive struggles throughout the campaign. The fun fact for this season is that the team’s goal difference of -45 underscores the defensive struggles throughout the season, reflecting areas that require urgent attention to turn performances around.
Finished
12th
Points
13
Record
3-4-15
GD
-45
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
13
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
Pedro Chagas
AM
4 contributions
Top scorer
Pedro Chagas
AM
3 goals
Top assists
Jorge Alvez
RM
2 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 13
- P4
- Scoring
- 12
- P4
- Defence
- 57
- P25
- Clean sheets
- 3
- P25
- Goal difference
- -45
- P4
Campaign Record
3-4-15
Wins
3
14%
Draws
4
18%
Losses
15
68%
Attack · Defence
-45 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
Season 22 proved to be a challenging chapter for Bardenham Rangers as they navigated the complexities of Division 7. The team struggled to find consistency, ending the season with only 3 wins, 4 draws, and a significant 15 losses. Their defensive frailties were evident, culminating in a daunting goal difference of -45, which highlights the defensive struggles throughout the campaign. The fun fact for this season is that the team’s goal difference of -45 underscores the defensive struggles throughout the season, reflecting areas that require urgent attention to turn performances around.
Despite the difficulties, the season provided valuable lessons for the squad. The club’s resilience and commitment to improvement remain vital as they look to rebuild and strengthen their squad for future campaigns. With only 12 goals scored and 57 conceded, the season was a tough learning curve, emphasizing the need for strategic adjustments and defensive solidity.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights:
Filed by
Gary Nano
- None recorded, as the season was marked by struggles rather than standout moments.
- The team showed perseverance in the face of adversity, maintaining effort despite setbacks.
- The season served as a foundation for future development and tactical refinement.
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement:
Desk lens
Touchline
The team’s most pressing issues lie in their defensive organization and goal-scoring efficiency. Conceding 57 goals indicates a need for defensive restructuring, while scoring only 12 goals highlights the necessity for attacking improvements. Addressing these areas will be crucial in turning around results in the next season.
The Long View
Final Assessment:
Desk lens
The Ledger
Bardenham Rangers’ Season 22 was marked by significant challenges, particularly defensively, as reflected in their goal difference of -45. While the team faced a tough campaign with only 3 wins and 13 points, the season offers a foundation to learn from. Strengths include resilience and the willingness to persevere, but areas such as defensive solidity and goal-scoring must be prioritized to improve future performances. With focused effort and strategic adjustments, the club can aim for a more competitive showing in the seasons ahead.