Season Review · September 8, 2026
Holes United: Division 8 review - The season in numbers
Holes United's Season 22 was marked by a challenging campaign in Division 8, finishing in 10th place. The team managed only 4 wins, 4 draws, and suffered 14 losses, reflecting a tough season on the pitch. The fun fact for this season is their goal difference of -43, highlighting significant defensive struggles throughout the year. Despite efforts to find consistency, the team found it difficult to contain opponents and convert scoring opportunities, which ultimately impacted their league standing.
Gary's mark
1/5
Season Review
Finished
10th
Points
16
Record
4-4-14
GD
-43
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
10th
Points
16
Win Rate
18%
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
Julio Cortes
CF
8 contributions
Top scorer
Julio Cortes
CF
6 goals
Top assists
John Bailey
RCM
3 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 16
- P21
- Scoring
- 19
- P13
- Defence
- 62
- P21
- Clean sheets
- 5
- P50
- Goal difference
- -43
- P13
1/5
Season mark
Season Rating
Campaign Record
4-4-14
Wins
4
18%
Draws
4
18%
Losses
14
64%
Attack · Defence
-43 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
Holes United's Season 22 was marked by a challenging campaign in Division 8, finishing in 10th place. The team managed only 4 wins, 4 draws, and suffered 14 losses, reflecting a tough season on the pitch. The fun fact for this season is their goal difference of -43, highlighting significant defensive struggles throughout the year. Despite efforts to find consistency, the team found it difficult to contain opponents and convert scoring opportunities, which ultimately impacted their league standing.
This season proved to be a learning experience for the club, as they faced stiff competition and struggled to keep the ball out of their net. With limited offensive output and defensive frailty, the season was a tough one for players and supporters alike, emphasizing the need for strategic adjustments moving forward.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights:
Filed by
Gary Nano
- None recorded due to the overall poor season performance.
- The team’s resilience was tested, but no notable streaks or standout moments emerged.
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement:
Desk lens
Touchline
The team’s defensive record was a significant concern, with 62 goals conceded and a goal difference of -43. Improving defensive organization and resilience will be crucial. Additionally, increasing goal-scoring efficiency and securing more wins are vital steps to climb the league table.
The Long View
Final Assessment:
Desk lens
The Ledger
Holes United’s Season 22 was a difficult campaign characterized by defensive struggles and limited offensive success. The team finished in 10th place with only 4 wins, and their goal difference of -43 underscores the defensive issues faced throughout the season. While the season was challenging, it presents an opportunity for strategic review and improvement. Strengths were minimal, but the club can focus on tightening defense and boosting attacking potency to turn the tide in future seasons.