Season Review · September 8, 2026
Stray: Dominant force - A season of overwhelming superiority
In Season 22, Stray demonstrated remarkable dominance in their league, finishing second in Division 6 with a record that underscored their supremacy. Their goal difference of +66 across 22 league matches is a testament to their offensive potency and defensive solidity, making them one of the most formidable teams in their division. This impressive statistic highlights their ability to outscore opponents convincingly while maintaining a tight backline.
Finished
2nd
Points
51
Record
16-3-3
GD
+66
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
2nd
Points
51
Win Rate
73%
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
John King
AM
15 contributions
Top scorer
Jeffrey Grant
AM
10 goals
Top assists
John King
AM
7 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 51
- P79
- Scoring
- 78
- P79
- Defence
- 12
- P92
- Clean sheets
- 14
- P92
- Goal difference
- +66
- P88
Campaign Record
16-3-3
Wins
16
73%
Draws
3
14%
Losses
3
14%
Attack · Defence
+66 GD
The Filing
Gary's notebook, desk by desk — with the forthcoming newsroom voices framed around the edges.
From Gary's Notebook
Season Overview:
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Gary Nano
In Season 22, Stray demonstrated remarkable dominance in their league, finishing second in Division 6 with a record that underscored their supremacy. Their goal difference of +66 across 22 league matches is a testament to their offensive potency and defensive solidity, making them one of the most formidable teams in their division. This impressive statistic highlights their ability to outscore opponents convincingly while maintaining a tight backline.
This season's performance was characterized by consistency and resilience, with only three losses and three draws in the entire campaign. Stray’s attacking prowess was evident, as they scored 78 goals, showcasing their offensive strength. Their overall points tally of 51 reflects a season of sustained excellence and competitive spirit.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights:
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Gary Nano
- Secured 2nd place in Division 6
- Scored 78 goals, showcasing offensive firepower
- Conceded only 12 goals, demonstrating defensive discipline
- Achieved a goal difference of +66 across 22 matches
- Maintained a strong record with 16 wins, 3 draws, and 3 losses
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement:
Desk lens
Touchline
While Stray’s season was marked by overwhelming success, there is always room for growth. Focusing on converting more of their goal-scoring opportunities into wins could elevate their league standing even further. Additionally, maintaining consistency in tight matches and reducing the few losses could strengthen their position in future campaigns.
The Long View
Final Assessment:
Desk lens
The Ledger
Stray’s Season 22 was a showcase of dominance and excellence, highlighted by their extraordinary goal difference and consistent results. Their offensive strength and defensive resilience made them a formidable force in their division. To reach the next level, refining match-to-match consistency and capitalizing on scoring chances could be key. Overall, this was a season of overwhelming superiority, leaving fans optimistic for continued success.