Season Review · September 8, 2026
Holdste: Division 8 champions - A first-place campaign
Holdste's Season 22 was nothing short of spectacular, culminating in the team clinching the top spot in their division. Finishing with a remarkable record of 21 wins and just a single loss, they demonstrated dominance throughout the campaign. The team’s offensive prowess was on full display, netting 87 goals, while their defensive solidity kept opponents at bay with only 19 goals conceded. A fun fact that encapsulates their commanding performance is their goal difference of +68 across 22 league matches, highlighting their ability to outscore opponents comfortably.
Finished
1st
Points
63
Record
21-0-1
GD
+68
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
1st
Points
63
Win Rate
95%
Games
22
Season Shape
Most used XI
Best-fit starting eleven for the campaign's most common formation.
Primary shape
3-5-2
Formation usage
Standouts
Season honours
MVP by goal contributions, plus the leading scorer and creator.
Season MVP
Giuseppe Rossetti
LCF
16 contributions
Top scorer
Giuseppe Rossetti
LCF
12 goals
Top assists
Rainer Müller
RCM
12 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 63
- P96
- Scoring
- 87
- P96
- Defence
- 19
- P96
- Clean sheets
- 12
- P96
- Goal difference
- +68
- P96
Campaign Record
21-0-1
Wins
21
95%
Draws
0
0%
Losses
1
5%
Attack · Defence
+68 GD
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
Holdste's Season 22 was nothing short of spectacular, culminating in the team clinching the top spot in their division. Finishing with a remarkable record of 21 wins and just a single loss, they demonstrated dominance throughout the campaign. The team’s offensive prowess was on full display, netting 87 goals, while their defensive solidity kept opponents at bay with only 19 goals conceded. A fun fact that encapsulates their commanding performance is their goal difference of +68 across 22 league matches, highlighting their ability to outscore opponents comfortably.
This campaign marks a significant achievement for Holdste, showcasing their consistency, attacking firepower, and defensive resilience. Their near-perfect record and impressive goal difference underscore a season of excellence, setting a high standard for future campaigns.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights:
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Division 8 champions – finished in 1st place
- Scored 87 goals, showcasing attacking strength
- Conceded only 19 goals, demonstrating defensive discipline
- Achieved a goal difference of +68 across 22 matches
- Undefeated in all but one match, with 21 wins and 1 loss
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement:
Desk lens
Touchline
While Holdste's season was outstanding, the sole loss indicates room for minor adjustments to maintain perfection and possibly push for even greater dominance.
The Long View
Final Assessment:
Desk lens
The Ledger
Holdste's Season 22 was a masterclass in consistency and efficiency, crowned by their first-place finish and impressive goal difference. Their attacking firepower and defensive resilience were key to their success. Moving forward, maintaining this high standard and addressing the one defeat could propel them even further. Overall, a season to celebrate and a foundation for future triumphs.