Season Review · April 24, 2026
Promotion secured - Climbing the football pyramid
Hempton Town’s Season 17 was a remarkable journey that culminated in securing promotion from Division 8, a testament to their impressive performance throughout the campaign. Finishing in 3rd place with a record of 16 wins, just 1 draw, and only 5 losses, the team demonstrated consistency and resilience. Their goal difference of +62, among the best in Division 8, highlights their offensive prowess and defensive solidity, making them a formidable force in the league. This season’s success is a clear indication of Hempton Town’s upward trajectory and ambition to climb the football pyramid.
Gary's mark
5/5
Season Review
Finished
3rd
Points
49
Record
16-1-5
GD
+62
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
3rd
Points
49
Win Rate
73%
Games
22
Season Shape
Most used XI
Best-fit starting eleven for the campaign's most common formation.
Primary shape
5-2-3
Formation usage
Standouts
Season honours
MVP by goal contributions, plus the leading scorer and creator.
Season MVP
Joe Clarke
LW
18 contributions
Top scorer
Keith Milne
CF
13 goals
Top assists
Joe Clarke
LW
7 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 49
- P79
- Scoring
- 88
- P88
- Defence
- 26
- P79
- Goal difference
- +62
- P79
5/5
Season mark
Season Rating
Campaign Record
16-1-5
Wins
16
73%
Draws
1
5%
Losses
5
23%
Attack · Defence
+62 GD
Goal Contributions
Keith Milne
CF · 13G
13
Joe Clarke
RW · 11G · 7A
18
Calvin Moore
CM · 9G · 5A
14
Zurabi Maisuradze
RF · 7G
7
Milan Koprivnjak
CM · 6G · 4A
10
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
Hempton Town’s Season 17 was a remarkable journey that culminated in securing promotion from Division 8, a testament to their impressive performance throughout the campaign. Finishing in 3rd place with a record of 16 wins, just 1 draw, and only 5 losses, the team demonstrated consistency and resilience. Their goal difference of +62, among the best in Division 8, highlights their offensive prowess and defensive solidity, making them a formidable force in the league. This season’s success is a clear indication of Hempton Town’s upward trajectory and ambition to climb the football pyramid.
A fun fact about this season is their goal difference of +62, which stands out as one of the best in Division 8, reflecting their potent attack and disciplined defense. The team’s ability to score goals while maintaining a tight backline was instrumental in their rise, and fans can look forward to seeing them compete at a higher level next season.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights:
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Secured promotion to a higher division, marking a historic milestone
- Scored an impressive 88 goals, showcasing attacking flair
- Conceded only 26 goals, demonstrating defensive organization
- Top scorer Keith Milne netted 13 goals with a perfect disciplinary record
- Key contributors like Joe Clarke and Calvin Moore provided vital goals and assists
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement:
Desk lens
Touchline
While Hempton Town’s season was highly successful, there is room to sharpen their consistency in away fixtures and tighten defensive organization against top-tier opponents. Maintaining their offensive momentum while reducing unnecessary goals conceded will be key as they prepare for the challenges of higher divisions.
Season Rating:(Excellent)
The Long View
Final Assessment:
Desk lens
The Ledger
Hempton Town’s Season 17 was a resounding success, marked by a potent attack, solid defense, and a well-rounded squad that contributed across the board. Their impressive goal difference and league position reflect a team on the rise, ready to take on new challenges in the next tier. Strengths lie in their attacking firepower and disciplined defensive record, while areas for growth include away game consistency and defensive resilience against stronger opposition. Overall, this season sets a strong foundation for future success and upward mobility in the football pyramid.