Season Review · July 28, 2025
Mixed fortunes - Ups and downs in an unpredictable season
Tawton ante's 11th season in the league proved to be a rollercoaster ride, marked by moments of promise and challenges alike. Finishing in 7th place in the seventh division of the league, the team managed to secure a total of 31 points from 10 wins, 1 draw, and 11 losses. An interesting fun fact from this campaign is their positive goal difference of +1 — more goals scored than conceded — highlighting their ability to compete and find the net despite inconsistent results.
Gary's mark
5/5
Average
Finished
7th
Points
31
Record
10-1-11
GD
+1
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
4-4-2
Formation usage
Standouts
Season honours
MVP by goal contributions, plus the leading scorer and creator.
Season MVP
Christopher Dos Santos
RCF
13 contributions
Top scorer
Christopher Dos Santos
RCF
11 goals
Top assists
Wayne Murray
LCM
7 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 31
- P46
- Scoring
- 53
- P46
- Defence
- 52
- P46
- Goal difference
- +1
- P46
5/5
Season mark
Average
Campaign Record
10-1-11
Wins
10
45%
Draws
1
5%
Losses
11
50%
Attack · Defence
+1 GD
Goal Contributions
Christopher Dos Santos
Player · 11G
11
Pasquale Pesce
Player · 5G · 3A
8
Ricardo Velazquez
Player · 4G · 4A
8
Enrique Sanchez
Player · 4G · 5A
9
Francisco Carbonell
Player · 4G · 1A
5
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
Tawton ante's 11th season in the league proved to be a rollercoaster ride, marked by moments of promise and challenges alike. Finishing in 7th place in the seventh division of the league, the team managed to secure a total of 31 points from 10 wins, 1 draw, and 11 losses. An interesting fun fact from this campaign is their positive goal difference of +1 — more goals scored than conceded — highlighting their ability to compete and find the net despite inconsistent results.
This season's journey was characterized by resilience and team effort, with key players stepping up in various moments. The squad demonstrated a balanced approach, often contributing both offensively and defensively, which kept them competitive throughout the campaign. While the overall outcome was middling, the team’s spirit and individual performances provided plenty of positives to build upon.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Top scorer Christopher Dos Santos netted 11 goals, leading the attack.
- Ricardo Velazquez contributed with 4 goals and 4 assists, showcasing versatility.
- The team maintained a clean disciplinary record, with no yellow or red cards.
- Strong team effort with multiple players contributing in attack and midfield.
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement
Desk lens
Touchline
While the team showed resilience and attacking intent, consistency remains an area to develop. Defensive lapses and the need for more stability in matches could help convert more draws into wins. Additionally, increasing squad depth and rotation options might prevent fatigue and sustain performance levels throughout the season.
The Long View
Final Assessment
Desk lens
The Ledger
Tawton ante’s season was a tale of ups and downs, with notable individual performances and a commendable goal difference. The team’s ability to score and defend effectively in patches suggests potential for growth. Focusing on consistency, defensive solidity, and squad depth will be key to climbing higher in the league standings next season. Overall, a season of valuable lessons and a foundation to build upon.