Season Review · July 28, 2025
Foundation building - Laying the groundwork for future success
The Pick Wanderers' 8th division campaign was a season of perseverance and learning, with the club finishing in 7th place out of the league's teams. With a total of 26 points, the Wanderers managed to secure 8 wins and 2 draws, though they also faced 12 defeats. The season's fun fact? It was a football journey filled with its own unique story, marked by moments of resilience and team spirit despite a modest goal difference of -5. This season served as a foundational chapter, setting the stage for future growth and development.
Gary's mark
5/5
Season Review
Finished
7th
Points
26
Record
8-2-12
GD
-5
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
7th
Points
26
Win Rate
36%
Games
22
Season Shape
Most used XI
Best-fit starting eleven for the campaign's most common formation.
Primary shape
4-3-3-D
Formation usage
Standouts
Season honours
MVP by goal contributions, plus the leading scorer and creator.
Season MVP
Ahmad Gray
0 contributions
Top scorer
Ahmad Gray
0 goals
Top assists
Ahmad Gray
0 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 26
- P42
- Scoring
- 32
- P67
- Defence
- 37
- P71
- Goal difference
- -5
- P71
5/5
Season mark
Season Rating
Campaign Record
8-2-12
Wins
8
36%
Draws
2
9%
Losses
12
55%
Attack · Defence
-5 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
The Pick Wanderers' 8th division campaign was a season of perseverance and learning, with the club finishing in 7th place out of the league's teams. With a total of 26 points, the Wanderers managed to secure 8 wins and 2 draws, though they also faced 12 defeats. The season's fun fact? It was a football journey filled with its own unique story, marked by moments of resilience and team spirit despite a modest goal difference of -5. This season served as a foundational chapter, setting the stage for future growth and development.
Throughout the campaign, the Wanderers demonstrated a collective effort, with several players contributing in various ways, even if individual stats didn't shine brightly. The team’s approach emphasized unity and effort, laying the groundwork for more competitive seasons ahead.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Secured 8 wins, showing resilience and fighting spirit
- Achieved 2 draws, highlighting moments of solid teamwork
- Maintained a relatively tight defensive record with 37 goals conceded
- Established a foundation for future success and growth
Standout Filings
Player Analysis and Standout Performers
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Kone Ouattara– The team player contributing in multiple ways, though his individual stats remain unrecorded this season.
- Willi Schneider– A versatile team member, providing support across the pitch.
- Antonio Castelli– Played a key role in team dynamics, emphasizing collective effort.
- Allan Carroll– Contributed to the team's overall cohesion and work rate.
- Manuel Viana– Part of the squad’s backbone, supporting team efforts throughout the season.
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement
Desk lens
Touchline
While the Wanderers laid a solid foundation, there is room to enhance attacking potency and defensive solidity. Increasing goal-scoring opportunities and tightening defensive organization could propel the team higher in the standings. Developing individual player contributions and consistency will be crucial for future seasons.
The Long View
Final Assessment
Desk lens
The Ledger
The Pick Wanderers' season was characterized by foundational efforts and a commitment to building a cohesive team. Their strengths lie in team spirit and resilience, setting the stage for future success. However, to climb higher in the league, improvements in attack and defense are necessary. With continued development and strategic growth, the Wanderers are poised to turn this groundwork into more competitive performances in upcoming seasons.