Season Review · April 24, 2026
Promotion secured - Climbing the football pyramid
In Season 17, Ketton Athletic demonstrated remarkable resilience and team cohesion, securing a well-deserved promotion from their division. Finishing third in their league, they amassed 42 points with an impressive record of 13 wins, 3 draws, and 6 losses. Their positive goal difference of +19 — more goals scored than conceded — highlights their balanced approach and attacking prowess throughout the campaign. This season was a testament to their growing strength and determination to climb the football pyramid, setting a solid foundation for future challenges.
Finished
3rd
Points
42
Record
13-3-6
GD
+19
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
42
Win Rate
59%
Games
22
Season Shape
Most used XI
Best-fit starting eleven for the campaign's most common formation.
Primary shape
4-5-1-DM
Formation usage
Standouts
Season honours
MVP by goal contributions, plus the leading scorer and creator.
Season MVP
Zlatko Maras
AM
16 contributions
Top scorer
Zlatko Maras
AM
7 goals
Top assists
Zlatko Maras
AM
9 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 42
- P79
- Scoring
- 54
- P79
- Defence
- 35
- P63
- Goal difference
- +19
- P79
Campaign Record
13-3-6
Wins
13
59%
Draws
3
14%
Losses
6
27%
Attack · Defence
+19 GD
Goal Contributions
Zlatko Maras
AM · 7G · 9A
16
Yongnam Chung
RW · 6G · 2A
8
Malick Diop
CF · 5G · 3A
8
Sandro Dos Santos
CM · 4G
4
Alassane Sarr
CF · 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:
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Gary Nano
In Season 17, Ketton Athletic demonstrated remarkable resilience and team cohesion, securing a well-deserved promotion from their division. Finishing third in their league, they amassed 42 points with an impressive record of 13 wins, 3 draws, and 6 losses. Their positive goal difference of +19 — more goals scored than conceded — highlights their balanced approach and attacking prowess throughout the campaign. This season was a testament to their growing strength and determination to climb the football pyramid, setting a solid foundation for future challenges.
A fun fact about this season is their positive goal difference of +19, which underscores their offensive efficiency and defensive solidity. This statistical edge helped them stay competitive in a tough division and ultimately secure promotion, marking a significant milestone in the club’s development.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights:
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Gary Nano
- Secured promotion to a higher division, a major milestone for the club
- Top scorer Zlatko Maras contributed 7 goals and 9 assists, showcasing his all-round influence
- Consistent performances from Yongnam Chung with 6 goals and 2 assists from the right wing
- Solid defensive record with only 35 goals conceded across the season
- Key players contributed in multiple ways, fostering a cohesive team effort
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement:
Desk lens
Touchline
While Ketton Athletic’s season was highly successful, there remains room for growth in consistency and defensive resilience. Reducing the number of losses and maintaining high performance levels across all matches could help push the team even higher in the standings. Additionally, increasing goal contributions from a broader squad could provide more attacking options and reduce reliance on key players.
The Long View
Final Assessment:
Desk lens
The Ledger
Ketton Athletic’s Season 17 was a commendable campaign marked by strategic growth, effective teamwork, and a positive goal difference that underpinned their promotion success. Their balanced attack and solid defense were key strengths, with standout performances from their versatile players. Moving forward, focusing on consistency and squad depth will be crucial to sustain their upward trajectory and challenge even higher in the football pyramid.