Season Review · September 8, 2026
Sprowesgrouth: Difficult campaign - A season to learn from and improve
Season 22 proved to be a challenging chapter for Sprowesgrouth as they navigated the depths of Division 4. The team struggled to find consistency, managing only 3 wins amidst 17 defeats, and finishing the season in 10th place. The fun fact of the season highlights their defensive difficulties, with a goal difference of -73, reflecting the defensive struggles throughout the campaign. Despite their efforts, the team conceded a staggering 92 goals, which significantly impacted their overall standing and points tally.
Gary's mark
2/5
Poor
Finished
10th
Points
11
Record
3-2-17
GD
-73
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
10th
Points
11
Win Rate
14%
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
Fernando Coutinho
RW
6 contributions
Top scorer
Fernando Coutinho
RW
4 goals
Top assists
Marcel Simon
LCM
4 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 11
- P25
- Scoring
- 19
- P38
- Defence
- 92
- P4
- Clean sheets
- 1
- P4
- Goal difference
- -73
- P4
2/5
Season mark
Poor
Campaign Record
3-2-17
Wins
3
14%
Draws
2
9%
Losses
17
77%
Attack · Defence
-73 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
Season 22 proved to be a challenging chapter for Sprowesgrouth as they navigated the depths of Division 4. The team struggled to find consistency, managing only 3 wins amidst 17 defeats, and finishing the season in 10th place. The fun fact of the season highlights their defensive difficulties, with a goal difference of -73, reflecting the defensive struggles throughout the campaign. Despite their efforts, the team conceded a staggering 92 goals, which significantly impacted their overall standing and points tally.
This season served as a tough learning experience, emphasizing the need for defensive solidity and tactical adjustments to turn performances around in future campaigns. While the results were disappointing, the club now has a clearer understanding of the areas requiring improvement to climb higher in the league.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Total Goals Scored: 19
- Goal Difference: -73
- Most Goals in a Match: N/A (not specified)
- Season's Fun Fact: Goal difference of -73 - defensive struggles throughout the season
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement
Desk lens
Touchline
The team’s most pressing issues lie in their defensive record, as evidenced by the high number of goals conceded and the poor goal difference. Improving defensive organization and resilience will be crucial for better results in the next season.
The Long View
Final Assessment
Desk lens
The Ledger
Season 22 was a difficult campaign for Sprowesgrouth, marked by defensive struggles and a lack of consistency. The team’s strengths lie in their resilience to some extent, but the significant goal difference and low points tally highlight the need for strategic improvements. Focusing on defensive stability and building a more balanced squad will be essential for future progress. This season serves as a foundation for learning and growth, with clear areas identified for development.