
Season Review · July 28, 2025
Foundation building - Laying the groundwork for future success
Wishave's 11th season in division 8 has been a journey of development and resilience. Finishing in 7th place with 8 wins, 3 draws, and 11 losses, the team accumulated 27 points. The season's fun fact is that it was "A season of football with its own unique story," reflecting the club's ongoing efforts to establish a solid foundation for future growth. Despite a modest goal difference of -5, the team demonstrated perseverance and a collective spirit, laying the groundwork for more competitive campaigns ahead.
Gary's mark
5/5
Season Review
Finished
7th
Points
27
Record
8-3-11
GD
-5

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
7th
Points
27
Win Rate
36%
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
- 27
- P42
- Scoring
- 27
- P67
- Defence
- 32
- P50
- Goal difference
- -5
- P63
5/5
Season mark
Season Rating
Campaign Record
8-3-11
Wins
8
36%
Draws
3
14%
Losses
11
50%
Attack · Defence
-5 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
Wishave's 11th season in division 8 has been a journey of development and resilience. Finishing in 7th place with 8 wins, 3 draws, and 11 losses, the team accumulated 27 points. The season's fun fact is that it was "A season of football with its own unique story," reflecting the club's ongoing efforts to establish a solid foundation for future growth. Despite a modest goal difference of -5, the team demonstrated perseverance and a collective spirit, laying the groundwork for more competitive campaigns ahead.
This season was characterized by a focus on team cohesion and player contribution, even if individual statistics did not shine brightly. The club's top players, including Michel Lemoine, Pedro Chagas, Nilson Pires, Antonio Castelli, and Jorge Gonzalez, contributed in various ways, emphasizing the importance of collective effort over individual accolades.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Secured 8 wins across the season, showing resilience and fighting spirit
- Strong team cohesion with multiple players contributing in various roles
- Maintained a competitive goal tally of 27 despite challenges
- Defensively, the team conceded 32 goals, highlighting areas for defensive improvement
- Laid the groundwork for future success through consistent effort and team building
Standout Filings
Player Analysis and Standout Performers
Filed by
Gary Nano
While individual statistics were limited, the contributions of the top players—Michel Lemoine, Pedro Chagas, Nilson Pires, Antonio Castelli, and Jorge Gonzalez—highlight a team effort focused on collective contribution. Their roles in multiple facets of play underscore the club's philosophy of unity and versatility, essential for building a competitive squad.
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement
Desk lens
Touchline
Wishave's season revealed the need to bolster defensive solidity and goal-scoring efficiency. Addressing defensive lapses and creating more goal opportunities could significantly improve the team's standings. Additionally, fostering individual development and encouraging goal contributions from key players would help elevate the team's overall performance.
The Long View
Final Assessment
Desk lens
The Ledger
Wishave's 2023/24 season was a foundational chapter, emphasizing team cohesion and resilience. While the results were modest, the season's true achievement lies in establishing a platform for future success. Strengths include collective effort and perseverance, but areas such as defensive stability and goal-scoring need attention to climb higher in the league standings. With continued development, Wishave can look forward to more competitive seasons ahead.
