Season Review · September 8, 2026
Ston United: Struggling season - Battling against the odds
Season 22 proved to be a challenging chapter for Ston United, as they navigated the complexities of Division 7 with resilience and determination. This season was truly a season of football with its own unique story, marked by a series of tough battles and hard-fought points. Despite their efforts, the team struggled to find consistency, ending the campaign with more losses than wins and a goal difference of -14. Their journey was filled with moments of perseverance, even if the results didn't always reflect their hard work on the pitch.
Finished
7th
Points
29
Record
8-5-9
GD
-14
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
7th
Points
29
Win Rate
36%
Games
22
Season Shape
Most used XI
Best-fit starting eleven for the campaign's most common formation.
Primary shape
3-4-3-A
Formation usage
Standouts
Season honours
MVP by goal contributions, plus the leading scorer and creator.
Season MVP
Pedro Chagas
RF
10 contributions
Top scorer
Pedro Chagas
RF
7 goals
Top assists
Jorge Alvez
LM
5 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 29
- P46
- Scoring
- 27
- P17
- Defence
- 41
- P67
- Clean sheets
- 7
- P67
- Goal difference
- -14
- P46
Campaign Record
8-5-9
Wins
8
36%
Draws
5
23%
Losses
9
41%
Attack · Defence
-14 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 Ston United, as they navigated the complexities of Division 7 with resilience and determination. This season was truly a season of football with its own unique story, marked by a series of tough battles and hard-fought points. Despite their efforts, the team struggled to find consistency, ending the campaign with more losses than wins and a goal difference of -14. Their journey was filled with moments of perseverance, even if the results didn't always reflect their hard work on the pitch.
The club finished in 7th place in their league, accumulating 29 points from 8 wins, 5 draws, and 9 losses. While the season was fraught with difficulties, it also highlighted areas for growth and the potential for future improvement.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights:
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Scored 27 goals across the season
- Conceded 41 goals, showcasing defensive challenges
- Demonstrated resilience in a tough division despite setbacks
- Gained valuable experience for the squad’s development
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement:
Desk lens
Touchline
The team’s record of 8 wins, 5 draws, and 9 losses indicates a need for greater consistency and defensive solidity. Improving goal-scoring efficiency and reducing goals conceded could significantly enhance their league standing in future campaigns.
The Long View
Final Assessment:
Desk lens
The Ledger
Season 22 was a tough but instructive journey for Ston United. The team showed grit in facing a difficult division, but the overall results highlight the necessity for strategic improvements. Strengths include their resilience and the experience gained, while areas for growth involve defensive stability and goal conversion. With focused development, the club can aim for better fortunes in the seasons ahead.