Season Review · April 24, 2026
Promotion secured - Climbing the football pyramid
In Season 17, Garehinch demonstrated remarkable resilience and tactical prowess, securing a well-earned promotion from Division 8 to Division 7. Finishing third in the league with 43 points, the team showcased a balanced attack and solid defense, evidenced by their impressive goal difference of +25 — among the best in Division 8. This achievement highlights their consistent performance throughout the campaign, with only seven losses and a dominant record of 14 wins and a solitary draw. The fun fact underscores their defensive solidity, which played a crucial role in their ascent up the football pyramid.
Gary's mark
5/5
Season Review
Finished
3rd
Points
43
Record
14-1-7
GD
+25
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
43
Win Rate
64%
Games
22
Season Shape
Most used XI
Best-fit starting eleven for the campaign's most common formation.
Primary shape
4-3-3
Formation usage
Standouts
Season honours
MVP by goal contributions, plus the leading scorer and creator.
Season MVP
Augusto Pina
LM
14 contributions
Top scorer
Yoro Inoue
CF
9 goals
Top assists
Augusto Pina
LM
7 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 43
- P79
- Scoring
- 55
- P63
- Defence
- 30
- P79
- Goal difference
- +25
- P71
5/5
Season mark
Season Rating
Campaign Record
14-1-7
Wins
14
64%
Draws
1
5%
Losses
7
32%
Attack · Defence
+25 GD
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, Garehinch demonstrated remarkable resilience and tactical prowess, securing a well-earned promotion from Division 8 to Division 7. Finishing third in the league with 43 points, the team showcased a balanced attack and solid defense, evidenced by their impressive goal difference of +25 — among the best in Division 8. This achievement highlights their consistent performance throughout the campaign, with only seven losses and a dominant record of 14 wins and a solitary draw. The fun fact underscores their defensive solidity, which played a crucial role in their ascent up the football pyramid.
The season was characterized by a cohesive team effort, with key players contributing across multiple facets of play. Their ability to maintain discipline and capitalize on scoring opportunities made Garehinch a formidable side in their division. The promotion not only reflects their current strength but also sets a promising foundation for future challenges in higher tiers.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights:
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Gary Nano
- Secured promotion to Division 7 after a strong league finish
- Achieved a total of 55 goals, showcasing attacking prowess
- Conceded only 30 goals, demonstrating defensive resilience
- Maintained an unbeaten streak in most matches, with only 7 losses
- Top scorer Yoro Inoue contributed 9 goals with a clean disciplinary record
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement:
Desk lens
Touchline
While Garehinch’s season was highly successful, there is room to refine their consistency in away matches and further bolster their attacking options to increase goal tally. Developing squad depth to mitigate injuries and suspensions could also enhance their competitiveness in higher divisions.
Season Rating:(Very Good)
The Long View
Final Assessment:
Desk lens
The Ledger
Garehinch’s Season 17 was a commendable campaign marked by strategic excellence and team cohesion. Their strong defensive record and versatile attacking players laid the groundwork for a well-deserved promotion. Moving forward, focusing on consistency and squad depth will be key to maintaining momentum and excelling at the next level. Overall, a very promising season that sets the stage for future success.