Season Review · July 28, 2025
Mixed fortunes - Ups and downs in an unpredictable season
Roystehenwick’s 11th season in the league proved to be a rollercoaster of emotions and performances. Finishing in 7th place in Division 7, the team experienced a season marked by resilience and moments of brilliance. A notable fun fact from this campaign is their positive goal difference of +11, meaning they scored more goals than they conceded—an impressive feat considering their overall record. The season was characterized by fluctuating results, with the team showing flashes of attacking prowess but also moments of defensive vulnerability.
Gary's mark
3/5
Average
Finished
7th
Points
31
Record
10-1-11
GD
+11
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
31
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
Joel Usman
CF
11 contributions
Top scorer
Joel Usman
CF
10 goals
Top assists
Harry de Ruiter
RCM
7 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 31
- P42
- Scoring
- 54
- P46
- Defence
- 43
- P46
- Goal difference
- +11
- P46
3/5
Season mark
Average
Campaign Record
10-1-11
Wins
10
45%
Draws
1
5%
Losses
11
50%
Attack · Defence
+11 GD
Goal Contributions
Joel Usman
Player · 10G · 1A
11
John Roberts
Player · 7G · 3A
10
Mustafa van Beek
Player · 5G · 5A
10
Leandro Martins
Player · 4G · 4A
8
Hiroshi Oba
Player · 4G
4
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
Roystehenwick’s 11th season in the league proved to be a rollercoaster of emotions and performances. Finishing in 7th place in Division 7, the team experienced a season marked by resilience and moments of brilliance. A notable fun fact from this campaign is their positive goal difference of +11, meaning they scored more goals than they conceded—an impressive feat considering their overall record. The season was characterized by fluctuating results, with the team showing flashes of attacking prowess but also moments of defensive vulnerability.
Throughout the season, Roystehenwick displayed a balanced approach, managing to net 54 goals while conceding 43. Their ability to score consistently kept them competitive, but inconsistencies in results prevented a higher league finish. The squad’s collective effort was evident, with key players stepping up in various matches, making this a season of mixed fortunes—an unpredictable journey that kept fans engaged until the final whistle.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Scored 54 goals, showcasing attacking intent
- Maintained a positive goal difference of +11
- Strong team contribution with multiple players chipping in
- Joel Usman’s 10 goals leading the scoring chart
- Consistent appearances from Hiroshi Oba, playing all 14 matches
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement
Desk lens
Touchline
While Roystehenwick demonstrated attacking strength and a positive goal difference, their overall record of 10 wins, 11 losses, and only 1 draw indicates inconsistency. Improving defensive stability and reducing costly losses could elevate their league standing. Additionally, converting more draws into wins would be beneficial for climbing higher in the table.
The Long View
Final Assessment
Desk lens
The Ledger
Roystehenwick’s season was a tale of ups and downs, with a commendable goal difference and a squad capable of producing attacking moments. Their key strengths lie in their collective effort and goal-scoring ability, highlighted by standout performances from players like Joel Usman and John Roberts. However, inconsistency in results and defensive lapses prevented a more impressive league finish. With targeted improvements, particularly in defensive organization and consistency, the team can aim higher in the next campaign.