Season Review · July 28, 2025
Foundation building - Laying the groundwork for future success
St Ivybrith's 11th season in the eighth division has been a year of development and learning. Finishing in 12th place with 5 wins, 5 draws, and 12 losses, the club faced significant challenges on both ends of the pitch. Their goal tally of 28 was offset by a defensive record that conceded 50 goals, resulting in a goal difference of -22 — a clear indicator of defensive struggles throughout the season. Interestingly, despite the tough results, the team demonstrated resilience and a collective spirit, with several players contributing in multiple ways, embodying the club's focus on building a solid foundation for the future.
Gary's mark
5/5
Poor
Finished
12th
Points
20
Record
5-5-12
GD
-22
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
20
Win Rate
23%
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
- 20
- P8
- Scoring
- 28
- P42
- Defence
- 50
- P13
- Goal difference
- -22
- P4
5/5
Season mark
Poor
Campaign Record
5-5-12
Wins
5
23%
Draws
5
23%
Losses
12
55%
Attack · Defence
-22 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
St Ivybrith's 11th season in the eighth division has been a year of development and learning. Finishing in 12th place with 5 wins, 5 draws, and 12 losses, the club faced significant challenges on both ends of the pitch. Their goal tally of 28 was offset by a defensive record that conceded 50 goals, resulting in a goal difference of -22 — a clear indicator of defensive struggles throughout the season. Interestingly, despite the tough results, the team demonstrated resilience and a collective spirit, with several players contributing in multiple ways, embodying the club's focus on building a solid foundation for the future.
This season's fun fact highlights their defensive issues: a goal difference of -22. This statistic underscores the need for defensive reinforcement and tactical adjustments to improve stability at the back. While the team’s overall performance was below expectations, the experience gained this year will be invaluable as they aim to strengthen their squad and tactics moving forward.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Most Goals Scored:28 goals in the season
- Defensive Challenges:Conceded 50 goals
- Balanced Results:Equal number of wins and draws (5 each)
- Development Focus:Several players contributed in multiple roles, emphasizing team cohesion
Standout Filings
Player Analysis and Standout Performers
Filed by
Gary Nano
While individual statistics are limited, the top players—Jorge Gonzalez, Antonio Castelli, Jorge Alvez, Michel Lemoine, and Willi Schneider—contributed in multiple ways, embodying the team player ethos. Their collective effort highlights a squad focused on growth rather than individual accolades, setting the stage for future improvements.
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement
Desk lens
Touchline
Defensive organization remains the primary area for development. Addressing the high goals against will be crucial, alongside tactical refinements to prevent conceding early and often. Additionally, increasing goal-scoring efficiency will help convert more draws into wins, boosting league standing.
The Long View
Final Assessment
Desk lens
The Ledger
St Ivybrith's season has been characterized by foundational struggles but also by the potential for growth. The team’s defensive frailties need urgent attention, yet the commitment from players to contribute across multiple roles bodes well for future seasons. With strategic reinforcement and tactical adjustments, the club can aim for a more competitive position next year, turning their season of learning into a stepping stone for success.