Season Review · July 28, 2025
Foundation building - Laying the groundwork for future success
Chermind Ell's 11th season in the eighth division was a year of significant learning and development. Finishing in 11th place with 5 wins, 4 draws, and 13 losses, the team faced considerable challenges on the pitch. Their goal difference of -35 highlights the defensive struggles that hampered their overall performance. Despite the tough season, the players showed resilience and a commitment to growth, setting the stage for future improvements. Fun fact: The team’s goal difference of -35 underscores the defensive struggles throughout the season, emphasizing the need for a more solid backline moving forward.
Gary's mark
5/5
Poor
Finished
11th
Points
19
Record
5-4-13
GD
-35
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
19
Win Rate
23%
Games
22
Season Shape
Most used XI
Best-fit starting eleven for the campaign's most common formation.
Primary shape
4-4-2
Formation usage
Standouts
Season honours
MVP by goal contributions, plus the leading scorer and creator.
Season MVP
Allan Carroll
LCB
0 contributions
Top scorer
Allan Carroll
LCB
0 goals
Top assists
Allan Carroll
LCB
0 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 19
- P13
- Scoring
- 21
- P33
- Defence
- 56
- P21
- Goal difference
- -35
- P21
5/5
Season mark
Poor
Campaign Record
5-4-13
Wins
5
23%
Draws
4
18%
Losses
13
59%
Attack · Defence
-35 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
Chermind Ell's 11th season in the eighth division was a year of significant learning and development. Finishing in 11th place with 5 wins, 4 draws, and 13 losses, the team faced considerable challenges on the pitch. Their goal difference of -35 highlights the defensive struggles that hampered their overall performance. Despite the tough season, the players showed resilience and a commitment to growth, setting the stage for future improvements. Fun fact: The team’s goal difference of -35 underscores the defensive struggles throughout the season, emphasizing the need for a more solid backline moving forward.
This season was less about immediate success and more about laying the groundwork for future progress. Chermind Ell’s squad demonstrated a collective effort, even if the results didn’t always reflect their hard work. The season served as a valuable experience, highlighting areas to refine and develop as they aim for better standings in upcoming campaigns.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Gained valuable experience for young players
- Maintained a steady number of draws (4) despite tough losses
- Recognized the need for defensive reinforcement
- Focused on team cohesion and collective contribution
Standout Filings
Player Analysis and Standout Performers
Filed by
Gary Nano
While individual stats were limited, the team’s top players—Antonio Castelli, Giuseppe Conte, Jorge Gonzalez, Allan Carroll, and Jorge Alvez—contributed in various ways, embodying the team spirit of collective effort. Their roles as versatile contributors helped maintain team cohesion, even if goal-scoring was not their primary strength this season.
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement
Desk lens
Touchline
Chermind Ell needs to focus on defensive organization and discipline to reduce conceding goals. Improving communication at the back and investing in defensive training could significantly enhance their resilience. Additionally, increasing goal-scoring opportunities and finishing efficiency will be crucial for climbing the league table.
The Long View
Final Assessment
Desk lens
The Ledger
Chermind Ell’s 2023/24 season was a foundational year characterized by defensive struggles and a need for tactical refinement. The team’s collective effort and resilience were commendable, setting the stage for strategic improvements. Strengths include team cohesion and experience-building, while areas for growth involve defensive solidity and offensive potency. With targeted development, Chermind Ell can aim higher in the next season.