Season Review · July 28, 2025
Promotion secured - Climbing the football pyramid
Hawle Shipple's 11th season in the league was a testament to resilience and collective effort. Competing in division 8 of league 87, the team finished in an impressive 2nd place, earning well-deserved promotion. This achievement highlights their upward trajectory and growing strength within the football pyramid. The season was marked by a positive goal difference of +11 — more goals scored than conceded — showcasing a balanced and effective approach on both ends of the pitch.
Finished
2nd
Points
41
Record
11-8-3
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
2nd
Points
41
Win Rate
50%
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
Allan Carroll
LCB
0 contributions
Top scorer
Allan Carroll
LCB
0 goals
Top assists
Allan Carroll
LCB
0 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 41
- P92
- Scoring
- 32
- P88
- Defence
- 21
- P75
- Goal difference
- +11
- P88
Campaign Record
11-8-3
Wins
11
50%
Draws
8
36%
Losses
3
14%
Attack · Defence
+11 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
Hawle Shipple's 11th season in the league was a testament to resilience and collective effort. Competing in division 8 of league 87, the team finished in an impressive 2nd place, earning well-deserved promotion. This achievement highlights their upward trajectory and growing strength within the football pyramid. The season was marked by a positive goal difference of +11 — more goals scored than conceded — showcasing a balanced and effective approach on both ends of the pitch.
The season's journey was characterized by consistency and team spirit. With 11 wins, 8 draws, and only 3 losses, Hawle Shipple demonstrated their ability to compete at a high level across the board. Their disciplined defense and opportunistic attack contributed to a solid points tally of 41, setting the stage for their next chapter in higher divisions.
Key Achievements and Highlights:
- Secured promotion to a higher division
- Maintained a positive goal difference of +11
- Strong defensive record with only 21 goals conceded
- Consistent team effort with multiple contributors
Statistical Highlights:
| Statistic | Value |
|---|---|
| Position | 2nd |
| Wins | 11 |
| Draws | 8 |
| Losses | 3 |
| Goals For | 32 |
| Goals Against | 21 |
| Goal Difference | +11 |
| Points | 41 |
Player Analysis and Standout Performers: While individual stats are limited, the team’s collective spirit was evident through their contributions. Notably, players like Antonio Castelli, Jorge Gonzalez, Giuseppe Conte, Willi Schneider, and Thiago Gomes played pivotal roles in maintaining team cohesion and versatility. Their contributions in multiple ways—beyond just goals or assists—highlighted their importance to the squad’s success.
Areas for Improvement: To push further in the next season, Hawle Shipple could focus on enhancing their offensive output, as no goals were recorded by their top players, indicating potential for more goal-scoring prowess. Additionally, refining attacking strategies and increasing individual goal contributions could elevate their performance even further.
Season Rating: (Good)
Final Assessment: Hawle Shipple’s season was a commendable display of teamwork, discipline, and resilience, culminating in a well-earned promotion. Their solid defense and positive goal difference are promising signs for future success. Moving forward, boosting offensive productivity and individual goal contributions will be key to climbing even higher in the football pyramid. Overall, a season of growth and achievement, setting a strong foundation for the challenges ahead.