Season Review · September 8, 2026
Sandsend: Mixed fortunes - Ups and downs in an unpredictable season
Season 22 proved to be a rollercoaster for Sandsend, marked by a series of fluctuating results that kept fans on the edge of their seats. The team managed to secure 10 wins, 3 draws, and 9 losses across the league, finishing in 7th place in division 6. An interesting fun fact from this campaign is their goal difference of +26 across 22 league matches, highlighting their ability to score freely while maintaining defensive solidity at times. Despite the inconsistency, Sandsend demonstrated resilience and attacking intent throughout the season.
Gary's mark
3/5
Average
Finished
7th
Points
33
Record
10-3-9
GD
+26
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
33
Win Rate
45%
Games
22
Season Shape
Most used XI
Best-fit starting eleven for the campaign's most common formation.
Primary shape
3-4-3
Formation usage
Standouts
Season honours
MVP by goal contributions, plus the leading scorer and creator.
Season MVP
Seungho Pyun
CF
15 contributions
Top scorer
Koji Okamura
LF
12 goals
Top assists
Takeshi Abdul
LM
6 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 33
- P42
- Scoring
- 69
- P79
- Defence
- 43
- P46
- Clean sheets
- 6
- P38
- Goal difference
- +26
- P54
3/5
Season mark
Average
Campaign Record
10-3-9
Wins
10
45%
Draws
3
14%
Losses
9
41%
Attack · Defence
+26 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 proved to be a rollercoaster for Sandsend, marked by a series of fluctuating results that kept fans on the edge of their seats. The team managed to secure 10 wins, 3 draws, and 9 losses across the league, finishing in 7th place in division 6. An interesting fun fact from this campaign is their goal difference of +26 across 22 league matches, highlighting their ability to score freely while maintaining defensive solidity at times. Despite the inconsistency, Sandsend demonstrated resilience and attacking intent throughout the season.
While the team’s overall performance was balanced, it was characterized by moments of brilliance and periods of struggle. The season's unpredictable nature kept supporters engaged, and the positive goal difference underscores the offensive potential that Sandsend possesses. However, the club will be looking to convert more of their opportunities into wins and tighten up at the back to climb higher in the standings next season.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Scored 69 goals in league matches, showcasing attacking prowess
- Maintained a solid defensive record with only 43 goals conceded
- Achieved a positive goal difference of +26
- Demonstrated resilience with 10 wins across the season
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement
Desk lens
Touchline
Sandsend's season reflected a balanced but inconsistent campaign. To push higher in the league, the team could focus on converting more of their goal-scoring opportunities into wins and reducing the number of losses. Improving consistency in performance and tightening defensive lapses could help secure a more stable position in the table.
The Long View
Final Assessment
Desk lens
The Ledger
Sandsend's Season 22 was marked by a mix of ups and downs, with a commendable goal difference of +26 illustrating their attacking strength. The team showed resilience and offensive capability, but inconsistency in results prevented a higher league finish. Strengths include their scoring ability and defensive record, while areas for growth involve converting draws into wins and maintaining more consistent performances throughout the season. With targeted improvements, Sandsend can aim for a more stable and successful campaign in the future.