Season Review · July 28, 2025
Solid performance - Reliable football with room for growth
Stray's 11th season in the league showcased a team that is steadily building a reputation for dependable and entertaining football. Finishing in 6th place in Division 6, the club demonstrated resilience and consistency, securing 11 wins, 3 draws, and 8 losses. Their positive goal difference of +14—more goals scored than conceded—serves as a testament to their balanced approach on the pitch. This fun fact highlights their offensive potency and defensive solidity, making them a team to watch as they aim to climb higher in the standings.
Gary's mark
4/5
Good
Finished
6th
Points
36
Record
11-3-8
GD
+14
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
6th
Points
36
Win Rate
50%
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
Barry Gregory
RW
13 contributions
Top scorer
Franck Simon
CF
10 goals
Top assists
Davor Kramarić
RW
8 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 36
- P54
- Scoring
- 54
- P67
- Defence
- 40
- P46
- Goal difference
- +14
- P63
4/5
Season mark
Good
Campaign Record
11-3-8
Wins
11
50%
Draws
3
14%
Losses
8
36%
Attack · Defence
+14 GD
Goal Contributions
Franck Simon
Player · 10G · 2A
12
Barry Gregory
Player · 9G · 4A
13
Marcelo Luna
Player · 6G · 3A
9
Haruna Agari
Player · 5G · 4A
9
Davor Kramarić
Player · 4G · 8A
12
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
Stray's 11th season in the league showcased a team that is steadily building a reputation for dependable and entertaining football. Finishing in 6th place in Division 6, the club demonstrated resilience and consistency, securing 11 wins, 3 draws, and 8 losses. Their positive goal difference of +14—more goals scored than conceded—serves as a testament to their balanced approach on the pitch. This fun fact highlights their offensive potency and defensive solidity, making them a team to watch as they aim to climb higher in the standings.
Throughout the season, Stray displayed a collective effort, with multiple players contributing significantly to their success. Their ability to score goals from various sources and maintain a solid defensive record underscores their potential for future growth. While there is room for improvement, especially in tightening up their defense against top-tier teams, the foundation is clearly in place for a promising next chapter.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Achieved a positive goal difference of +14, more goals scored than conceded
- Top scorer Franck Simon netted 10 goals, showcasing his attacking prowess
- Consistent team effort with multiple players contributing goals and assists
- Solid defensive record with only 40 goals conceded across the season
- Maintained a balanced record with 11 wins, 3 draws, and 8 losses
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement
Desk lens
Touchline
While Stray's season was commendable, further refinement in defensive organization could help convert more draws into wins and tighten their overall record. Enhancing squad depth to sustain performance levels across the season and reducing individual errors will be crucial for progressing higher in the league standings.
The Long View
Final Assessment
Desk lens
The Ledger
Stray's season was marked by solid team cohesion, effective goal-scoring, and a positive goal difference, reflecting a team on the rise. Their strengths lie in their collective effort and versatile attacking options, with standout players contributing across the board. To elevate their performance, focusing on defensive consistency and squad depth will be key. Overall, a promising season with clear signs of growth and potential for even greater achievements ahead.