Season Review · April 24, 2026
Promotion secured - Climbing the football pyramid
Hen Leom City’s Season 17 was a notable chapter in their ongoing journey through the football ranks. Competing in Division 8 and the 13th league, the team demonstrated resilience and consistency, finishing in an impressive 3rd place. Their campaign was marked by a positive goal difference of +17, a testament to their attacking prowess and defensive solidity—more goals scored than conceded, a fun fact that highlights their balanced approach on the pitch. This season’s success not only brought them closer to promotion but also showcased their potential to climb higher in the football pyramid.
Gary's mark
4/5
Season Review
Finished
3rd
Points
39
Record
12-3-7
GD
+17
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
39
Win Rate
55%
Games
22
Season Shape
Most used XI
Best-fit starting eleven for the campaign's most common formation.
Primary shape
4-2-2-2
Formation usage
Standouts
Season honours
MVP by goal contributions, plus the leading scorer and creator.
Season MVP
Randy Campbell
LCF
13 contributions
Top scorer
Randy Campbell
LCF
12 goals
Top assists
John Johnston
RCF
6 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 39
- P75
- Scoring
- 49
- P42
- Defence
- 32
- P83
- Goal difference
- +17
- P71
4/5
Season mark
Season Rating
Campaign Record
12-3-7
Wins
12
55%
Draws
3
14%
Losses
7
32%
Attack · Defence
+17 GD
Goal Contributions
Randy Campbell
CF · 12G
12
Alex van Lieshout
AM · 9G · 2A
11
John Johnston
CF · 6G · 6A
12
Alexander Scott
AM · 6G · 3A
9
Cristopher Uribe
LB · 1G · 1A
2
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
Hen Leom City’s Season 17 was a notable chapter in their ongoing journey through the football ranks. Competing in Division 8 and the 13th league, the team demonstrated resilience and consistency, finishing in an impressive 3rd place. Their campaign was marked by a positive goal difference of +17, a testament to their attacking prowess and defensive solidity—more goals scored than conceded, a fun fact that highlights their balanced approach on the pitch. This season’s success not only brought them closer to promotion but also showcased their potential to climb higher in the football pyramid.
The club’s strategic development and team cohesion were evident throughout the season, with key players stepping up and contributing across the board. Their ability to secure points consistently, with 12 wins and only 7 losses, underpinned their strong league performance. The season’s achievements set a solid foundation for future ambitions, and the team’s upward trajectory was clear for all to see.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights:
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Secured promotion, climbing the football pyramid
- Achieved a positive goal difference of +17
- Maintained a strong defensive record with only 32 goals conceded
- Top scorer Randy Campbell netted 12 goals in just 14 appearances
- Key playmaker Alex van Lieshout contributed 9 goals and 2 assists
- Consistent team effort with multiple players contributing across goals and assists
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement:
Desk lens
Touchline
While the team’s overall performance was commendable, there is room to tighten defensive organization to reduce goals conceded further. Additionally, increasing consistency in away fixtures could help secure more points and push for an even higher league finish. Developing squad depth to cope with fixture congestion might also be beneficial for sustained success.
Season Rating:(Good)
The Long View
Final Assessment:
Desk lens
The Ledger
Hen Leom City’s Season 17 was a successful campaign marked by strong attacking output, solid defense, and a clear upward trajectory culminating in promotion. Their balanced team effort and standout individual performances laid a robust foundation for future challenges. To elevate further, focusing on defensive resilience and away form will be key. Overall, a promising season that sets the stage for exciting times ahead.