Season Review · April 24, 2026
Foundation building - Laying the groundwork for future success
In Season 17, Pord Town demonstrated promising signs of growth and resilience within the confines of Division 8. Finishing in 6th place with a total of 34 points, the team showed a solid defensive foundation and an impressive goal difference of +30, among the best in Division 8. This season was characterized by a balanced mix of attacking flair and defensive stability, setting a strong base for future campaigns. The team’s fun fact highlights this potential: their goal difference of +30 is among the best in Division 8, indicating a well-organized squad capable of both scoring and preventing goals effectively.
Finished
6th
Points
34
Record
10-4-8
GD
+30
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
6th
Points
34
Win Rate
45%
Games
22
Season Shape
Most used XI
Best-fit starting eleven for the campaign's most common formation.
Primary shape
4-2-3-1
Formation usage
Standouts
Season honours
MVP by goal contributions, plus the leading scorer and creator.
Season MVP
Peter Barrett
LW
16 contributions
Top scorer
Peter Barrett
LW
13 goals
Top assists
Mohamed Mohamed
RW
8 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 34
- P54
- Scoring
- 72
- P79
- Defence
- 42
- P71
- Goal difference
- +30
- P79
Campaign Record
10-4-8
Wins
10
45%
Draws
4
18%
Losses
8
36%
Attack · Defence
+30 GD
Goal Contributions
Peter Barrett
LW · 13G · 3A
16
Ismael Gonzalez
CF · 11G · 3A
14
Mohamed Mohamed
RW · 8G · 8A
16
Paul Poirier
CM · 6G · 6A
12
Douglas Hughes
AM · 5G · 7A
12
The Filing
Gary's notebook, desk by desk — with the forthcoming newsroom voices framed around the edges.
From Gary's Notebook
Season Overview:
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Gary Nano
In Season 17, Pord Town demonstrated promising signs of growth and resilience within the confines of Division 8. Finishing in 6th place with a total of 34 points, the team showed a solid defensive foundation and an impressive goal difference of +30, among the best in Division 8. This season was characterized by a balanced mix of attacking flair and defensive stability, setting a strong base for future campaigns. The team’s fun fact highlights this potential: their goal difference of +30 is among the best in Division 8, indicating a well-organized squad capable of both scoring and preventing goals effectively.
This season was also notable for the development of key players who contributed across multiple facets of the game. With a focus on building a cohesive unit, Pord Town’s performances suggest that they are on the right track to climb higher up the division ladder in the seasons to come.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights:
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Gary Nano
- Achieved a positive goal difference of +30, one of the best in Division 8
- Top scorer Peter Barrett netted 13 goals, showcasing attacking prowess
- Consistent team contributions with multiple players chipping in goals and assists
- Maintained a solid defensive record, conceding only 42 goals across the season
- Finished 6th, marking a stable mid-table position and a platform for growth
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement:
Desk lens
Touchline
While Pord Town’s season was promising, there remains room for growth. The team could benefit from reducing the number of losses—improving consistency and turning more draws into wins. Additionally, strengthening defensive organization to further lower goals conceded will be crucial for climbing higher in the division standings.
The Long View
Final Assessment:
Desk lens
The Ledger
Pord Town’s Season 17 was a solid foundation-building year, with impressive goal difference and key player contributions. The team’s balanced approach and collective effort set a promising stage for future success. To elevate their league position, focusing on consistency and defensive solidity will be essential. Overall, this season reflects a club on the rise, with the potential to challenge higher divisions in the seasons ahead.