Season Review · April 24, 2026
Dominant force - A season of overwhelming superiority
In Season 17, Hal Latch Wanderers showcased an extraordinary level of dominance in Division 6, finishing at the top of the league with a remarkable record of 19 wins, 1 draw, and only 2 losses. Their goal difference of +73 stands out as one of the best in the division, highlighting their offensive prowess and defensive solidity. This season was characterized by a relentless pursuit of excellence, with the team consistently outperforming opponents across the board. The Wanderers' ability to maintain such high standards throughout the season underscores their status as a formidable force in their division.
Finished
1st
Points
58
Record
19-1-2
GD
+73
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
1st
Points
58
Win Rate
86%
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
Jaime Arriagada
CF
9 contributions
Top scorer
Jaime Arriagada
CF
8 goals
Top assists
Jaewon Jeong
LWB
3 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 58
- P96
- Scoring
- 89
- P96
- Defence
- 16
- P96
- Goal difference
- +73
- P96
Campaign Record
19-1-2
Wins
19
86%
Draws
1
5%
Losses
2
9%
Attack · Defence
+73 GD
Goal Contributions
Jaime Arriagada
CF · 8G · 1A
9
Marcos Pinho
AM · 4G · 2A
6
Carl Pohl
CB · 3G
3
Inko Okawa
CB · 2G · 1A
3
Ahmed Essam
LB · 1G
1
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
In Season 17, Hal Latch Wanderers showcased an extraordinary level of dominance in Division 6, finishing at the top of the league with a remarkable record of 19 wins, 1 draw, and only 2 losses. Their goal difference of +73 stands out as one of the best in the division, highlighting their offensive prowess and defensive solidity. This season was characterized by a relentless pursuit of excellence, with the team consistently outperforming opponents across the board. The Wanderers' ability to maintain such high standards throughout the season underscores their status as a formidable force in their division.
A fun fact about this impressive campaign is their goal difference of +73, which is among the best in Division 6, reflecting their overwhelming superiority on both ends of the pitch. Their comprehensive approach and squad depth allowed them to dominate games and secure their place at the summit with ease.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights:
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Gary Nano
- League Champions — finishing 1st in Division 6
- Scored 89 goals, showcasing attacking strength
- Conceded only 16 goals, demonstrating defensive resilience
- Maintained an unbeaten streak for most of the season
- Multiple players contributed significantly, highlighting team depth
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement:
Desk lens
Touchline
While the season was overwhelmingly successful, the team could focus on maintaining their high standards in every match to avoid any complacency. Additionally, increasing squad rotation and depth could help sustain performance levels over longer campaigns or cup runs, should they participate in such competitions.
The Long View
Final Assessment:
Desk lens
The Ledger
Hal Latch Wanderers' Season 17 was nothing short of spectacular, marked by their overwhelming superiority and consistent excellence. Their offensive firepower, defensive resilience, and collective effort made them the team to beat in Division 6. The squad's depth and versatility were evident throughout the season, with multiple players stepping up when needed. Moving forward, maintaining this level of performance and further developing squad depth will be key to sustaining their dominance. Overall, a season to remember for the Wanderers, setting a high standard for future campaigns.