Season Review · July 28, 2025
Foundation building - Laying the groundwork for future success
Wild Athletic's 11th season in division 8 has been a period of foundational development, setting the stage for more competitive campaigns ahead. The team finished in 11th place with a total of 20 points, managing 4 wins, 8 draws, and 10 losses. Despite a challenging season, the club demonstrated resilience and a commitment to growth, even if the results didn't always reflect their efforts. Fun fact: with an 18.2% win rate, this was undoubtedly a season of learning and building for the future.
Gary's mark
5/5
Season Review
Finished
11th
Points
20
Record
4-8-10
GD
-15
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
20
Win Rate
18%
Games
22
Season Shape
Most used XI
Best-fit starting eleven for the campaign's most common formation.
Primary shape
5-2-1-2
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
- 20
- P13
- Scoring
- 21
- P29
- Defence
- 36
- P46
- Goal difference
- -15
- P29
5/5
Season mark
Season Rating
Campaign Record
4-8-10
Wins
4
18%
Draws
8
36%
Losses
10
45%
Attack · Defence
-15 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
Wild Athletic's 11th season in division 8 has been a period of foundational development, setting the stage for more competitive campaigns ahead. The team finished in 11th place with a total of 20 points, managing 4 wins, 8 draws, and 10 losses. Despite a challenging season, the club demonstrated resilience and a commitment to growth, even if the results didn't always reflect their efforts. Fun fact: with an 18.2% win rate, this was undoubtedly a season of learning and building for the future.
This season's journey was marked by a collective effort from the squad, with no standout goal scorers but a strong emphasis on team contribution. The club's focus on developing a cohesive unit is evident, and the experience gained will be invaluable moving forward.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Building a foundation for future success
- Emphasizing team play and collective effort
- Consistent participation from squad members
- Learning from tough fixtures to improve in upcoming seasons
Standout Filings
Player Analysis and Standout Performers
Filed by
Gary Nano
While no individual player made a significant statistical impact this season, the collective effort of players like Willi Schneider, Allan Carroll, Michael Brown, Jorge Gonzalez, and Phillip Lewis exemplifies a team-oriented approach. Their contributions in multiple ways—beyond goals and assists—highlight a focus on teamwork and versatility, essential qualities for future success.
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement
Desk lens
Touchline
The team needs to focus on converting more scoring opportunities and tightening defensive organization to reduce goals conceded. Developing a consistent goal scorer and enhancing tactical discipline will be crucial for climbing higher in the league standings. Additionally, fostering leadership and experience within the squad can help turn draws into wins and losses into more positive results.
The Long View
Final Assessment
Desk lens
The Ledger
Wild Athletic's season has been a period of laying the groundwork, with a clear emphasis on team cohesion and development. While the results were modest, the season provided valuable lessons and experience for the squad. Strengths include a collective spirit and commitment to growth, but areas such as goal scoring and defensive solidity require attention moving forward. With continued focus and strategic improvements, the club can look forward to more competitive seasons ahead.