Season Review · July 28, 2025
Salington Park Season Review: Difficult campaign - A season to learn from and improve
The 2023/24 season at Salington Park was undeniably challenging, with the team finishing in 12th place in Division 7 of the league. The campaign was marred by defensive struggles, as reflected in the staggering goal difference of -70, a clear indicator of the difficulties faced at the back. Despite the hardships, the club showed resilience and a willingness to persevere, even if the results didn't always reflect that effort. Fun fact: Goal difference of -70 - defensive struggles throughout the season.
Gary's mark
1/5
Season Review
Finished
12th
Points
4
Record
1-1-20
GD
-70
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
12th
Points
4
Win Rate
5%
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
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
- 4
- P4
- Scoring
- 17
- P13
- Defence
- 87
- P13
- Goal difference
- -70
- P13
1/5
Season mark
Season Rating
Campaign Record
1-1-20
Wins
1
5%
Draws
1
5%
Losses
20
91%
Attack · Defence
-70 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
The 2023/24 season at Salington Park was undeniably challenging, with the team finishing in 12th place in Division 7 of the league. The campaign was marred by defensive struggles, as reflected in the staggering goal difference of -70, a clear indicator of the difficulties faced at the back. Despite the hardships, the club showed resilience and a willingness to persevere, even if the results didn't always reflect that effort. Fun fact: Goal difference of -70 - defensive struggles throughout the season.
This season served as a crucial learning curve for Salington Park, highlighting areas that need immediate attention and improvement. The team’s commitment to development and growth remains strong, and with strategic adjustments, future campaigns could see a more competitive and balanced performance.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Only 1 win throughout the season, showcasing perseverance despite setbacks
- Multiple players contributed in various ways, emphasizing team spirit
- Total goals scored: 17, indicating some attacking efforts despite overall struggles
- Defensive resilience remains a key focus for next season
Standout Filings
Player Analysis and Standout Performers
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Giuseppe Conte: The team player – Contributing in multiple ways, though no goals or assists recorded this season.
- Antonio Castelli: The team player – Contributing in multiple ways, with a focus on team effort rather than individual stats.
- Jorge Gonzalez: The team player – Contributing in multiple ways, showing commitment despite limited offensive output.
- Allan Carroll: The team player – Contributing in multiple ways, embodying team spirit.
- Willi Schneider: The team player – Contributing in multiple ways, emphasizing collective effort.
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement
Desk lens
Touchline
Defensive organization and resilience must be prioritized to turn around such a difficult campaign. The team struggled to contain opponents, leading to a high number of goals conceded. Additionally, increasing goal-scoring opportunities and converting chances will be vital for future success. Building consistency and confidence will also be key to climbing the league table.
The Long View
Final Assessment
Desk lens
The Ledger
Salington Park’s season was marked by significant challenges, particularly defensively, as evidenced by the -70 goal difference. The team showed admirable spirit and collective effort, but a more solid defensive foundation and offensive efficiency are essential moving forward. With focused improvements and strategic planning, the club can aim for a more competitive and balanced campaign in the seasons to come.