Season Review · September 8, 2026
Swand Stanley: Strong campaign - Consistent excellence throughout the season
Swand Stanley's Season 22 was marked by a commendable display of consistency and resilience. Finishing in 3rd place in their division, the team demonstrated a solid performance across the board, securing 14 wins, just 7 losses, and a single draw. Their impressive goal difference of +23 across 22 league matches highlights their offensive potency and defensive solidity. This season's success is further underscored by their total points tally of 43, reflecting a competitive edge that kept them firmly in the upper echelons of the league table.
Gary's mark
4/5
Very Good
Finished
3rd
Points
43
Record
14-1-7
GD
+23
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
3rd
Points
43
Win Rate
64%
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
Jose Palacios
CF
12 contributions
Top scorer
Jose Palacios
CF
11 goals
Top assists
Henri Soro
RCM
8 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 43
- P79
- Scoring
- 71
- P79
- Defence
- 48
- P46
- Clean sheets
- 7
- P42
- Goal difference
- +23
- P54
4/5
Season mark
Very Good
Campaign Record
14-1-7
Wins
14
64%
Draws
1
5%
Losses
7
32%
Attack · Defence
+23 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
Swand Stanley's Season 22 was marked by a commendable display of consistency and resilience. Finishing in 3rd place in their division, the team demonstrated a solid performance across the board, securing 14 wins, just 7 losses, and a single draw. Their impressive goal difference of +23 across 22 league matches highlights their offensive potency and defensive solidity. This season's success is further underscored by their total points tally of 43, reflecting a competitive edge that kept them firmly in the upper echelons of the league table.
A fun fact from this campaign is their goal difference of +23 across 22 league matches, showcasing their ability to both score freely and maintain defensive discipline. This statistic underscores the team's overall strength and consistency, making Season 22 a memorable chapter in Swand Stanley's ongoing journey.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Secured 3rd place in the division
- Scored 71 goals, showcasing attacking prowess
- Conceded only 48 goals, demonstrating defensive resilience
- Maintained a high level of performance throughout the season
- Achieved a "Very Good" season rating, reflecting overall excellence
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement
Desk lens
Touchline
While Swand Stanley delivered a strong campaign, there remains room for growth. Reducing the number of losses could elevate their league standing further, and maintaining consistency in both attack and defense will be key to challenging for top honors next season.
The Long View
Final Assessment
Desk lens
The Ledger
Swand Stanley's Season 22 was a testament to their consistent performance and competitive spirit. Their offensive output and defensive stability contributed to a solid league position and a positive goal difference. Moving forward, focusing on minimizing defeats and sustaining their high standards will be crucial for climbing higher in the division. Overall, a very good season that sets a strong foundation for future success.