Season Review · July 28, 2025
Struggling season - Battling against the odds
Dever Wanderers' 11th season in the seventh division has been a challenging journey marked by defensive struggles and a fight to stay competitive. Finishing in 9th place with 7 wins, 4 draws, and 11 losses, the Wanderers accumulated 25 points. Their goal difference of -29 highlights the defensive issues that plagued their campaign, with opponents frequently finding the back of the net. Despite these setbacks, the team showed resilience and individual brilliance, notably from their top scorer, Francisco Cuevas.
Gary's mark
5/5
Below Average
Finished
9th
Points
25
Record
7-4-11
GD
-29
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
9th
Points
25
Win Rate
32%
Games
22
Season Shape
Most used XI
Best-fit starting eleven for the campaign's most common formation.
Primary shape
5-4-1-D
Formation usage
Standouts
Season honours
MVP by goal contributions, plus the leading scorer and creator.
Season MVP
Francisco Cuevas
CF
14 contributions
Top scorer
Francisco Cuevas
CF
12 goals
Top assists
Ahmad Said
AM
4 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 25
- P29
- Scoring
- 33
- P29
- Defence
- 62
- P21
- Goal difference
- -29
- P29
5/5
Season mark
Below Average
Campaign Record
7-4-11
Wins
7
32%
Draws
4
18%
Losses
11
50%
Attack · Defence
-29 GD
Goal Contributions
Francisco Cuevas
Player · 12G
12
Stanley Rogers
Player · 3G · 1A
4
Kevin Holmes
Player · 2G · 2A
4
Sungjin Choi
Player · 1G · 3A
4
Gerard Bernard
Player
0
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
Dever Wanderers' 11th season in the seventh division has been a challenging journey marked by defensive struggles and a fight to stay competitive. Finishing in 9th place with 7 wins, 4 draws, and 11 losses, the Wanderers accumulated 25 points. Their goal difference of -29 highlights the defensive issues that plagued their campaign, with opponents frequently finding the back of the net. Despite these setbacks, the team showed resilience and individual brilliance, notably from their top scorer, Francisco Cuevas.
A fun fact that encapsulates their season is their goal difference of -29, a clear indicator of defensive struggles throughout the season. While the Wanderers faced difficulties at the back, they also showcased moments of attacking promise and team spirit, fighting hard in every fixture.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Francisco Cuevas led the team with 12 goals, showcasing his offensive prowess.
- Multiple players contributed offensively, with Kevin Holmes providing 2 goals and 2 assists.
- The team maintained discipline with no yellow or red cards throughout the season.
- Notable individual performances kept the team competitive despite overall struggles.
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement
Desk lens
Touchline
Dever Wanderers need to address their defensive vulnerabilities, as reflected by their goal difference. Improving defensive organization and concentration at the back could significantly turn their fortunes around. Additionally, consistency across the squad and more disciplined defending could help reduce the number of goals conceded.
The Long View
Final Assessment
Desk lens
The Ledger
Dever Wanderers' season has been a tough one, marked by defensive issues and a mid-table finish. Their attacking players, especially Cuevas, showed promise, but the team must focus on defensive solidity and consistency. With strategic improvements, the Wanderers can aim higher in the next campaign, building on the individual efforts and team spirit displayed throughout this difficult season.