Season Review · September 8, 2026
Tick-on Wanderers: Struggling season - Battling against the odds
Season 22 proved to be a challenging chapter for Tick-on Wanderers, a campaign marked by tough battles and hard lessons. This season, the Wanderers finished in 7th place in their division, a position that underscores the struggles faced throughout the year. Despite a spirited effort, the team managed only 8 wins, 3 draws, and 11 losses. A fun fact about this season is that it was truly a season of football with its own unique story, filled with moments of resilience amid adversity. The team’s goal tally of 36 and goals conceded of 50 reflect a season where offensive spark was often met with defensive hurdles, culminating in a goal difference of -14.
Gary's mark
3/5
Below Average
Finished
7th
Points
27
Record
8-3-11
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
27
Win Rate
36%
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
Michael Brown
RCB
9 contributions
Top scorer
Michael Brown
RCB
5 goals
Top assists
Pedro Chagas
RW
6 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 27
- P46
- Scoring
- 36
- P46
- Defence
- 50
- P46
- Clean sheets
- 4
- P38
- Goal difference
- -14
- P46
3/5
Season mark
Below Average
Campaign Record
8-3-11
Wins
8
36%
Draws
3
14%
Losses
11
50%
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 Tick-on Wanderers, a campaign marked by tough battles and hard lessons. This season, the Wanderers finished in 7th place in their division, a position that underscores the struggles faced throughout the year. Despite a spirited effort, the team managed only 8 wins, 3 draws, and 11 losses. A fun fact about this season is that it was truly a season of football with its own unique story, filled with moments of resilience amid adversity. The team’s goal tally of 36 and goals conceded of 50 reflect a season where offensive spark was often met with defensive hurdles, culminating in a goal difference of -14.
While the Wanderers faced difficulties, they demonstrated perseverance in a competitive league environment. The season was a testament to the unpredictable nature of football, where every match told a different story. The club’s journey this year was one of battling against the odds, with lessons learned that could pave the way for future improvements.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Notable resilience in a tough division
- Scored 36 goals despite challenges
- Continued fighting spirit throughout the season
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement
Desk lens
Touchline
The season’s record of 8 wins, 3 draws, and 11 losses highlights the need for greater consistency and defensive solidity. Improving goal-scoring efficiency and reducing goals conceded could significantly alter the team’s fortunes in future campaigns.
The Long View
Final Assessment
Desk lens
The Ledger
Season 22 for Tick-on Wanderers was a period of resilience amid adversity. The team showed fighting spirit despite finishing mid-table in their division. Strengths included their ability to secure wins and maintain competitiveness in many matches. However, the season also revealed areas needing attention, particularly in defensive stability and goal conversion. With focused improvements, the Wanderers can aim for a more balanced and successful campaign in the seasons ahead.