Season Review · September 8, 2026
Bolne Rovers: Division 8 review - The season in numbers
Season 22 proved to be a challenging chapter for Bolne Rovers, as they navigated the complexities of Division 8 with determination and resilience. The club faced a tough campaign, finishing in 10th place out of the league's teams, with only 5 wins to their name. A notable fun fact from this season is their goal difference of -43, highlighting significant defensive struggles throughout the year. Despite their efforts, the Rovers found it difficult to contain opponents, leading to a high number of goals conceded and a tough overall record.
Gary's mark
1/5
Season Review
Finished
10th
Points
16
Record
5-1-16
GD
-43
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
16
Win Rate
23%
Games
22
Season Shape
Most used XI
Best-fit starting eleven for the campaign's most common formation.
Primary shape
5-2-1-2
Formation usage
Standouts
Season honours
MVP by goal contributions, plus the leading scorer and creator.
Season MVP
Philippe Robert
RCF
9 contributions
Top scorer
Philippe Robert
RCF
5 goals
Top assists
Philippe Robert
RCF
4 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 16
- P21
- Scoring
- 24
- P13
- Defence
- 67
- P29
- Clean sheets
- 3
- P38
- Goal difference
- -43
- P21
1/5
Season mark
Season Rating
Campaign Record
5-1-16
Wins
5
23%
Draws
1
5%
Losses
16
73%
Attack · Defence
-43 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 22 proved to be a challenging chapter for Bolne Rovers, as they navigated the complexities of Division 8 with determination and resilience. The club faced a tough campaign, finishing in 10th place out of the league's teams, with only 5 wins to their name. A notable fun fact from this season is their goal difference of -43, highlighting significant defensive struggles throughout the year. Despite their efforts, the Rovers found it difficult to contain opponents, leading to a high number of goals conceded and a tough overall record.
This season's performance underscores the importance of defensive solidity and consistency. While the team managed to secure a handful of victories, the overall results reflect the hurdles faced on both ends of the pitch. The season was a test of perseverance, with the club aiming to learn and improve from the hardships encountered on the field.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights:
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Gary Nano
- Scored 24 goals across the season
- Conceded 67 goals, indicating defensive challenges
- Accumulated 16 points from 5 wins, 1 draw, and 16 losses
- Finished 10th in the league standings
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement:
Desk lens
Touchline
The primary focus for Bolne Rovers moving forward should be addressing their defensive frailties, as evidenced by the high goals conceded and negative goal difference. Improving consistency in results and reducing the number of losses will be crucial for climbing the league table and building confidence within the squad.
The Long View
Final Assessment:
Desk lens
The Ledger
Season 22 was a difficult journey for Bolne Rovers, marked by defensive struggles and a challenging league position. The team demonstrated resilience but needs to focus on tightening their defense and improving overall consistency. With targeted improvements, the club can aim to turn their fortunes around in the next campaign.