
Season Review · July 28, 2025
Mixed fortunes - Ups and downs in an unpredictable season
Kidge's 11th season in the league was a rollercoaster of emotions, marked by moments of brilliance and periods of inconsistency. Finishing in 8th place in division 7 with 31 points, the team demonstrated an attacking flair that kept fans entertained despite some defensive vulnerabilities. Fun fact: Kidge scored an impressive 52 goals this season, showcasing their commitment to attacking football, even if it sometimes came at the expense of defensive solidity.
Gary's mark
5/5
Average
Finished
8th
Points
31
Record
10-1-11
GD
-19

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
31
Win Rate
45%
Games
22
Season Shape
Most used XI
Best-fit starting eleven for the campaign's most common formation.
Primary shape
3-1-4-2
Formation usage
Standouts
Season honours
MVP by goal contributions, plus the leading scorer and creator.
Season MVP
Javier Garcia
RCF
11 contributions
Top scorer
Javier Garcia
RCF
7 goals
Top assists
Yves Bernard
LCM
6 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 31
- P42
- Scoring
- 52
- P38
- Defence
- 71
- P29
- Goal difference
- -19
- P38
5/5
Season mark
Average
Campaign Record
10-1-11
Wins
10
45%
Draws
1
5%
Losses
11
50%
Attack · Defence
-19 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
Kidge's 11th season in the league was a rollercoaster of emotions, marked by moments of brilliance and periods of inconsistency. Finishing in 8th place in division 7 with 31 points, the team demonstrated an attacking flair that kept fans entertained despite some defensive vulnerabilities. Fun fact: Kidge scored an impressive 52 goals this season, showcasing their commitment to attacking football, even if it sometimes came at the expense of defensive solidity.
This season was characterized by a mix of high-scoring matches and tough setbacks. The team’s ability to find the back of the net was evident, but defensive lapses and a goal difference of -19 highlight areas for growth. The squad showed resilience and attacking intent, making for an exciting, if unpredictable, campaign.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Prolific attacking footballwith 52 goals scored
- Multiple players contributing significantly to the attack
- Strong individual performances from Javier Garcia and Miguel Corvalan
- Notable goal contributions from versatile players like Yves Bernard
From the Columns Desk
The team player - Contributing in multiple ways
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Javier Garcia:Led the team with 7 goals and 4 assists in 13 appearances, showcasing versatility and consistent attacking threat.
- Miguel Corvalan:Also netted 7 goals with 3 assists across 11 matches, proving to be a key offensive contributor.
- Juho Cho:A young talent with 6 goals and 1 assist in just 3 appearances, indicating promising potential.
- Victor Mohammed:Similar to Juho, scored 6 goals and provided 1 assist in 3 appearances, adding depth to the attack.
- Yves Bernard:The creative force with 4 goals and 6 assists in 14 appearances, demonstrating his playmaking ability.
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement
Desk lens
Touchline
Defensively, Kidge struggled to contain opponents, conceding 71 goals. Improving defensive organization and consistency will be crucial for climbing higher in the standings. Additionally, maintaining performance levels across the entire squad and reducing costly lapses could help turn draws into wins and losses into positive results.
The Long View
Final Assessment
Desk lens
The Ledger
Kidge's season was a tale of attacking flair and defensive challenges. The team’s prolific goal-scoring ability was a highlight, with multiple players stepping up offensively. However, defensive frailties and inconsistency prevented a higher league finish. Strengths include their offensive versatility and individual player contributions, while areas for growth lie in defensive organization and match consistency. With targeted improvements, Kidge can aim for a more balanced and successful campaign next season.
