
Season Review · July 28, 2025
Foundation building - Laying the groundwork for future success
Heading Athletic's 11th season in the eighth division was undeniably a year of development and learning. The club finished in 10th place, with a record of 6 wins, 4 draws, and 12 losses. While the results may not have been spectacular, this season was about laying the groundwork for future progress. Interestingly, despite a tough campaign, Heading Athletic's squad demonstrated remarkable team spirit, with players contributing across the board—highlighted by the fact that the top players, including Thiago Gomes, Branko Bartolić, Jorge Gonzalez, Michel Lemoine, and Phillip Lewis, all contributed in multiple ways without scoring or assisting a goal. This season truly was a football story of resilience and collective effort.
Gary's mark
5/5
Season Review
Finished
10th
Points
22
Record
6-4-12
GD
-12

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
22
Win Rate
27%
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
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
- 22
- P21
- Scoring
- 22
- P17
- Defence
- 34
- P63
- Goal difference
- -12
- P46
5/5
Season mark
Season Rating
Campaign Record
6-4-12
Wins
6
27%
Draws
4
18%
Losses
12
55%
Attack · Defence
-12 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
Heading Athletic's 11th season in the eighth division was undeniably a year of development and learning. The club finished in 10th place, with a record of 6 wins, 4 draws, and 12 losses. While the results may not have been spectacular, this season was about laying the groundwork for future progress. Interestingly, despite a tough campaign, Heading Athletic's squad demonstrated remarkable team spirit, with players contributing across the board—highlighted by the fact that the top players, including Thiago Gomes, Branko Bartolić, Jorge Gonzalez, Michel Lemoine, and Phillip Lewis, all contributed in multiple ways without scoring or assisting a goal. This season truly was a football story of resilience and collective effort.
A fun fact about this season is that it was "A season of football with its own unique story," emphasizing the club's journey through challenges and growth. The season may have been marked by struggles on the pitch, but it set the foundation for future success, emphasizing the importance of teamwork and perseverance.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Team effort with multiple players contributing in various roles
- Demonstrated resilience despite a challenging league campaign
- Laid the groundwork for future development and success
- Strong team spirit and collective contribution
Standout Filings
Player Analysis and Standout Performers
Filed by
Gary Nano
While no individual player topped the scoring charts or registered assists, the season's true highlight was the collective effort. The top players—Thiago Gomes, Branko Bartolić, Jorge Gonzalez, Michel Lemoine, and Phillip Lewis—each contributed in multiple ways, embodying the team-oriented approach that Heading Athletic aimed to foster this season. Their dedication and versatility laid the foundation for a more cohesive squad moving forward.
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement
Desk lens
Touchline
Heading Athletic's primary focus should be on increasing goal-scoring efficiency and tightening defensive organization. The negative goal difference indicates defensive lapses and a need for more clinical finishing. Developing attacking options and strengthening defensive cohesion will be crucial in climbing the league table next season.
The Long View
Final Assessment
Desk lens
The Ledger
Heading Athletic's season was characterized by resilience and collective effort, setting the stage for future growth. The team showed admirable spirit despite a challenging campaign, with multiple players contributing across the pitch. However, improvements in attack and defense are necessary to elevate the club's standing. With continued development and a focus on tactical refinement, Heading Athletic can look forward to a more competitive future.
