Season Review · April 24, 2026
Mixed fortunes - Ups and downs in an unpredictable season
Season 17 for Snaington was a rollercoaster of performances, marked by moments of promise and periods of inconsistency. Finishing in 6th place in Division 6, league 20, the team managed to secure a respectable points tally of 31, with a balanced record of 9 wins, 4 draws, and 9 losses. The season's fun fact highlights a positive goal difference of +2, indicating that Snaington scored more goals than they conceded—a sign of resilience and attacking intent despite the fluctuating results.
Gary's mark
5/5
Season Review
Finished
6th
Points
31
Record
9-4-9
GD
+2
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
6th
Points
31
Win Rate
41%
Games
22
Season Shape
Most used XI
Best-fit starting eleven for the campaign's most common formation.
Primary shape
4-1-4-1
Formation usage
Standouts
Season honours
MVP by goal contributions, plus the leading scorer and creator.
Season MVP
Steven Clark
AM
7 contributions
Top scorer
Steven Clark
AM
7 goals
Top assists
Jakob Sauer
CF
2 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 31
- P54
- Scoring
- 43
- P38
- Defence
- 41
- P46
- Goal difference
- +2
- P38
5/5
Season mark
Season Rating
Campaign Record
9-4-9
Wins
9
41%
Draws
4
18%
Losses
9
41%
Attack · Defence
+2 GD
Goal Contributions
Steven Clark
AM · 7G
7
Jakob Sauer
CF · 3G · 2A
5
Toby Woods
LWB · 1G
1
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 17 for Snaington was a rollercoaster of performances, marked by moments of promise and periods of inconsistency. Finishing in 6th place in Division 6, league 20, the team managed to secure a respectable points tally of 31, with a balanced record of 9 wins, 4 draws, and 9 losses. The season's fun fact highlights a positive goal difference of +2, indicating that Snaington scored more goals than they conceded—a sign of resilience and attacking intent despite the fluctuating results.
Throughout the season, the team displayed a willingness to contribute across the pitch, with several players stepping up in various roles. The unpredictable nature of their campaign kept fans on their toes, as Snaington demonstrated both defensive solidity and attacking potential in equal measure.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights:
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Scored 43 goals, showcasing offensive capabilities
- Conceded only 41 goals, reflecting defensive resilience
- Notable player: Steven Clark with 7 goals from midfield
- Consistent contributions from Jakob Sauer with 3 goals and 2 assists
- Team effort with multiple players contributing in various roles
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement:
Desk lens
Touchline
While the team showed resilience and attacking intent, consistency remains a challenge. Improving defensive organization and reducing the number of losses could elevate their league standing. Additionally, increasing player appearances and contributions from squad depth could help sustain performance levels throughout the season.
Season Rating:(Average)
The Long View
Final Assessment:
Desk lens
The Ledger
Snaington's Season 17 was characterized by a balanced approach, with notable contributions from key players and a positive goal difference that hints at underlying potential. The team’s ability to score and concede at similar rates suggests a balanced but sometimes unpredictable approach. Moving forward, focusing on consistency and squad rotation could help turn these mixed fortunes into more stable success. The foundation is there—now it’s about building on it for a more promising campaign ahead.