Season Review · September 8, 2026
Trowelle: Division 8 review - The season in numbers
Season 22 was a challenging campaign for Trowelle in Division 8, finishing in 8th place. The team secured 7 wins, 5 draws, and 10 losses, accumulating a total of 26 points. Despite their efforts, they struggled defensively, conceding 38 goals and ending the season with a goal difference of -15. An interesting fun fact about this season is that it was truly a season of football with its own unique story, marked by resilience and moments of hope amidst adversity.
Finished
8th
Points
26
Record
7-5-10
GD
-15
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
8th
Points
26
Win Rate
32%
Games
22
Season Shape
Most used XI
Best-fit starting eleven for the campaign's most common formation.
Primary shape
4-4-2
Formation usage
Standouts
Season honours
MVP by goal contributions, plus the leading scorer and creator.
Season MVP
Nilson Pires
LCF
10 contributions
Top scorer
Nilson Pires
LCF
9 goals
Top assists
Philippe Robert
RCF
4 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 26
- P42
- Scoring
- 23
- P21
- Defence
- 38
- P54
- Clean sheets
- 5
- P54
- Goal difference
- -15
- P38
Campaign Record
7-5-10
Wins
7
32%
Draws
5
23%
Losses
10
45%
Attack · Defence
-15 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 was a challenging campaign for Trowelle in Division 8, finishing in 8th place. The team secured 7 wins, 5 draws, and 10 losses, accumulating a total of 26 points. Despite their efforts, they struggled defensively, conceding 38 goals and ending the season with a goal difference of -15. An interesting fun fact about this season is that it was truly a season of football with its own unique story, marked by resilience and moments of hope amidst adversity.
This season tested the team's consistency and resilience, with a mix of hard-fought victories and tough defeats. The squad showed determination but fell short of climbing higher in the standings, highlighting areas for growth and improvement.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights:
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Scored 23 goals across the season
- Conceded 38 goals, reflecting defensive challenges
- Achieved 5 draws, showcasing competitive spirit
- Secured 7 wins despite difficulties
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement:
Desk lens
Touchline
Trowelle's season was marked by a need to bolster defensive solidity and convert more goal-scoring opportunities. The team’s goal difference of -15 indicates defensive lapses that need addressing to climb higher in the league standings. Improving consistency in results and reducing losses will be essential for future progress.
The Long View
Final Assessment:
Desk lens
The Ledger
Season 22 for Trowelle was a period of perseverance amid adversity. The team demonstrated fighting spirit but struggled to maintain defensive stability and consistency. Strengths include their ability to secure wins and compete in many matches, yet there is clear room for improvement in defensive organization and goal conversion to push higher in the league. With targeted development, Trowelle can aim for a more competitive season ahead.