Season Review · July 28, 2025
Foundation building - Laying the groundwork for future success
The 8th division season for Colshame Albion was a journey of growth and resilience, marked by a balanced mix of challenges and learning opportunities. Finishing in 8th place with 28 points, the team demonstrated a steady, if not spectacular, effort across the campaign. The season's fun fact? It was a season of football with its own unique story—one that laid the foundation for future progress.
Gary's mark
5/5
Below Average
Finished
8th
Points
28
Record
7-7-8
GD
-6
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
8th
Points
28
Win Rate
32%
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
- 28
- P42
- Scoring
- 24
- P4
- Defence
- 30
- P58
- Goal difference
- -6
- P29
5/5
Season mark
Below Average
Campaign Record
7-7-8
Wins
7
32%
Draws
7
32%
Losses
8
36%
Attack · Defence
-6 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 8th division season forColshame Albionwas a journey of growth and resilience, marked by a balanced mix of challenges and learning opportunities. Finishing in 8th place with 28 points, the team demonstrated a steady, if not spectacular, effort across the campaign. The season's fun fact? It was a season of football with its own unique story—one that laid the foundation for future progress.
This season saw Colshame Albion strive to find consistency, balancing their wins and draws with an equal number of losses. Despite a goal difference of -6, the team showed moments of promise and camaraderie, setting the stage for development in the seasons to come.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Balanced Performance:Equal wins and draws (7 each) reflect a team capable of competing on their day.
- Defensive Resilience:Conceded 30 goals, showing defensive effort despite some vulnerabilities.
- Team Unity:Multiple players contributed in various ways, emphasizing a collective approach.
Standout Filings
Player Analysis and Standout Performers
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Phillip Lewis:The team player – Contributing in multiple ways. Despite not registering goals or assists, his presence was felt across the pitch.
- Antonio Castelli:The team player – Contributing in multiple ways. A versatile figure within the squad.
- Jorge Gonzalez:The team player – Contributing in multiple ways. Demonstrated commitment and team spirit.
- Allan Carroll:The team player – Contributing in multiple ways. A consistent squad member.
- Jorge Alvez:The team player – Contributing in multiple ways. Showed dedication throughout the season.
Note:The season lacked standout goal scorers, indicating a need for offensive spark and creativity.
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement
Desk lens
Touchline
Colshame Albion's season highlighted the importance of offensive potency and defensive organization. Improving goal-scoring capabilities and reducing goals conceded could elevate their league standing. Developing a more cohesive attacking strategy and strengthening defensive discipline will be key moving forward.
The Long View
Final Assessment
Desk lens
The Ledger
Colshame Albion's 2023/24 campaign was a foundational season, emphasizing teamwork and resilience. While the team showed commendable effort and balanced results, there remains significant room for growth, particularly in attack and defensive solidity. Strengthening these areas will be crucial as they aim to climb higher in the league hierarchy in future seasons. This season's story is one of groundwork—an essential chapter in their ongoing football journey.