Season Review · July 28, 2025
Foundation building - Laying the groundwork for future success
Ston Park's 11th season in the league was a challenging journey marked by defensive struggles and a tough battle at the bottom of the table. Finishing 12th in Division 8 with just 4 wins and a solitary draw, the team accumulated only 13 points. The season's fun fact reveals a goal difference of -36, highlighting the defensive issues that plagued the squad throughout the campaign. Despite the setbacks, this season served as a foundation for growth, with the club gaining valuable experience and identifying areas to strengthen moving forward.
Gary's mark
5/5
Season Review
Finished
12th
Points
13
Record
4-1-17
GD
-36
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
12th
Points
13
Win Rate
18%
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
- 13
- P4
- Scoring
- 14
- P13
- Defence
- 50
- P38
- Goal difference
- -36
- P4
5/5
Season mark
Season Rating
Campaign Record
4-1-17
Wins
4
18%
Draws
1
5%
Losses
17
77%
Attack · Defence
-36 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
Ston Park's 11th season in the league was a challenging journey marked by defensive struggles and a tough battle at the bottom of the table. Finishing 12th in Division 8 with just 4 wins and a solitary draw, the team accumulated only 13 points. The season's fun fact reveals a goal difference of -36, highlighting the defensive issues that plagued the squad throughout the campaign. Despite the setbacks, this season served as a foundation for growth, with the club gaining valuable experience and identifying areas to strengthen moving forward.
Interestingly, the team’s top players—Raul Perez, Dragomir Vidović, Jorge Soto, Frederic Ferrand, and Stefano Genovese—contributed across multiple facets of play, embodying a collective effort despite the lack of standout statistics. Their dedication laid the groundwork for future development, emphasizing teamwork and resilience.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Most Goals Scored:14 goals across the season
- Defensive Resilience:Despite the poor goal difference, the team showed fighting spirit in some matches
- Team Unity:Multiple players contributed in various roles, fostering a collaborative environment
- Season Milestone:Secured a rare win after a tough run of fixtures
Standout Filings
Player Analysis and Standout Performers
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Gary Nano
While individual statistics were limited, the collective effort of the squad was evident. Raul Perez, Dragomir Vidović, Jorge Soto, Frederic Ferrand, and Stefano Genovese all contributed in various ways, embodying the team player ethos. Their versatility and commitment helped maintain team cohesion amid adversity, setting a foundation for future seasons.
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement
Desk lens
Touchline
Defensive organization remains the primary concern, as reflected by the significant goal difference. Improving defensive solidity, reducing individual errors, and enhancing tactical discipline will be crucial. Additionally, increasing goal-scoring efficiency and creating more scoring opportunities could help turn narrow defeats into valuable points.
The Long View
Final Assessment
Desk lens
The Ledger
Ston Park's season was undoubtedly a tough one, marked by defensive vulnerabilities and limited success on the pitch. However, the season's focus on collective effort and team cohesion offers a promising platform for growth. Strengthening defensive tactics and boosting offensive productivity will be key in transforming future campaigns. This season may be classified as "poor," but it provides essential lessons and a stepping stone toward future success.