Season Review · September 8, 2026
Lon-Thorow: Mixed fortunes - Ups and downs in an unpredictable season
Season 22 for Lon-Thorow was truly a rollercoaster, marked by moments of promise and periods of struggle. The team finished in 8th place in Division 3, League 2, with a total of 28 points from 9 wins, 1 draw, and 12 losses. Despite their efforts, they scored 30 goals but conceded 47, resulting in a goal difference of -17. A fun fact about this season is that it was a season of football with its own unique story, filled with unpredictable results and unexpected twists that kept fans on the edge of their seats.
Gary's mark
3/5
Season Review
Finished
8th
Points
28
Record
9-1-12
GD
-17
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
8th
Points
28
Win Rate
41%
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
Andres Molina
LCM
6 contributions
Top scorer
Andres Molina
LCM
4 goals
Top assists
Matthew O'Donnell
LW
3 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 28
- P38
- Scoring
- 30
- P21
- Defence
- 47
- P25
- Clean sheets
- 8
- P79
- Goal difference
- -17
- P21
3/5
Season mark
Season Rating
Campaign Record
9-1-12
Wins
9
41%
Draws
1
5%
Losses
12
55%
Attack · Defence
-17 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
Season 22 for Lon-Thorow was truly a rollercoaster, marked by moments of promise and periods of struggle. The team finished in 8th place in Division 3, League 2, with a total of 28 points from 9 wins, 1 draw, and 12 losses. Despite their efforts, they scored 30 goals but conceded 47, resulting in a goal difference of -17. A fun fact about this season is that it was a season of football with its own unique story, filled with unpredictable results and unexpected twists that kept fans on the edge of their seats.
Throughout the season, Lon-Thorow experienced a series of highs and lows, reflecting the unpredictable nature of their campaign. The team showed resilience at times but also faced challenges that hindered their ability to climb higher in the standings. The season's narrative was one of perseverance amid adversity, making it a memorable chapter in the club’s history.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights:
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Notched 30 goals across the season
- Maintained competitive spirit despite setbacks
- Achieved 1 draw in a season of fluctuating results
- Demonstrated attacking intent with consistent goal-scoring efforts
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement:
Desk lens
Touchline
With 12 losses and a goal difference of -17, Lon-Thorow could benefit from tightening their defensive organization and improving consistency in results. Increasing goal-scoring efficiency and reducing the number of defeats would help elevate their league position in future campaigns.
The Long View
Final Assessment:
Desk lens
The Ledger
Season 22 was a period of mixed fortunes for Lon-Thorow, characterized by a series of ups and downs that made for an unpredictable journey. The team showed resilience and attacking intent but struggled defensively and in securing consistent results. Moving forward, focusing on defensive solidity and building on their attacking efforts could help turn their fortunes around in the next season.