Season Review · July 28, 2025
Solid performance - Reliable football with room for growth
Tham Athletic's 11th season in Division 6 has been a commendable journey marked by resilience and consistency. Finishing in 4th place with a total of 42 points, the team demonstrated a balanced approach, securing 12 wins, 6 draws, and only 4 losses. Their impressive goal difference of +40 stands out as one of the best in Division 6, highlighting their defensive solidity and attacking prowess. This fun fact underscores their ability to both score freely and limit opponents’ chances, making them a formidable side in the league.
Gary's mark
4/5
Good
Finished
4th
Points
42
Record
12-6-4
GD
+40
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
4th
Points
42
Win Rate
55%
Games
22
Season Shape
Most used XI
Best-fit starting eleven for the campaign's most common formation.
Primary shape
4-2-3-1
Formation usage
Standouts
Season honours
MVP by goal contributions, plus the leading scorer and creator.
Season MVP
Toshio Matsuzaki
RW
10 contributions
Top scorer
Toshio Matsuzaki
RW
6 goals
Top assists
Toshio Matsuzaki
RW
4 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 42
- P71
- Scoring
- 63
- P63
- Defence
- 23
- P88
- Goal difference
- +40
- P96
4/5
Season mark
Good
Campaign Record
12-6-4
Wins
12
55%
Draws
6
27%
Losses
4
18%
Attack · Defence
+40 GD
Goal Contributions
Toshio Matsuzaki
Player · 6G · 4A
10
Helio Da Silva
Player · 6G
6
Jiri Sanka
Player · 5G · 2A
7
Carlos Rojas
Player · 5G · 1A
6
Daniel Muñoz
Player · 5G
5
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
Tham Athletic's 11th season in Division 6 has been a commendable journey marked by resilience and consistency. Finishing in 4th place with a total of 42 points, the team demonstrated a balanced approach, securing 12 wins, 6 draws, and only 4 losses. Their impressive goal difference of +40 stands out as one of the best in Division 6, highlighting their defensive solidity and attacking prowess. This fun fact underscores their ability to both score freely and limit opponents’ chances, making them a formidable side in the league.
Throughout the season, Tham Athletic showcased their team-oriented philosophy, with multiple players contributing significantly to their success. Their reliable performances and positive goal difference reflect a team that is solidly built but still has potential for further growth and refinement.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Goal difference of +40 – among the best in Division 6
- 63 goals scored, showcasing attacking strength
- Strong defensive record with only 23 goals conceded
- Consistent squad contributions with multiple players scoring and assisting
- Maintained a top-four league position throughout the season
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement
Desk lens
Touchline
While Tham Athletic has demonstrated solid performance, there is room to enhance consistency in certain areas. Increasing their points tally from draws to wins could elevate their league standing further. Additionally, maintaining defensive discipline to reduce goals conceded in tight matches will be key for pushing into higher positions next season.
The Long View
Final Assessment
Desk lens
The Ledger
Tham Athletic’s season has been marked by a strong defensive record and a balanced attack, culminating in a top-four finish and a remarkable goal difference. Their team-oriented approach and contributions from multiple players are notable strengths. To progress further, the team should focus on converting draws into wins and tightening their defense in critical moments. Overall, a reliable season with promising signs for future growth.