Season Review · September 8, 2026
Worton Vale: Difficult campaign - A season to learn from and improve
Worton Vale’s Season 22 was undoubtedly a challenging chapter in the club’s history. Competing in division 6, league 7, the team struggled to find consistency and defensive solidity throughout the campaign. The season’s fun fact highlights a significant issue: a goal difference of -78, reflecting defensive struggles that plagued the team from start to finish. Despite their efforts, the team only managed a single victory, with 1 draw and a staggering 20 losses, culminating in a final position of 12th place. This season served as a tough learning experience, emphasizing the need for strategic adjustments and resilience moving forward.
Gary's mark
1/5
Season Review
Finished
12th
Points
4
Record
1-1-20
GD
-78
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
12th
Points
4
Win Rate
5%
Games
22
Season Shape
Most used XI
Best-fit starting eleven for the campaign's most common formation.
Primary shape
4-3-3-H
Formation usage
Standouts
Season honours
MVP by goal contributions, plus the leading scorer and creator.
Season MVP
Peter Bauer
CF
3 contributions
Top scorer
Peter Bauer
CF
2 goals
Top assists
Peter Bauer
CF
1 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 4
- P4
- Scoring
- 6
- P8
- Defence
- 84
- P4
- Clean sheets
- 1
- P8
- Goal difference
- -78
- P4
1/5
Season mark
Season Rating
Campaign Record
1-1-20
Wins
1
5%
Draws
1
5%
Losses
20
91%
Attack · Defence
-78 GD
The Filing
Gary's notebook, desk by desk — with the forthcoming newsroom voices framed around the edges.
From Gary's Notebook
Season Overview:
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Gary Nano
Worton Vale’s Season 22 was undoubtedly a challenging chapter in the club’s history. Competing in division 6, league 7, the team struggled to find consistency and defensive solidity throughout the campaign. The season’s fun fact highlights a significant issue: a goal difference of -78, reflecting defensive struggles that plagued the team from start to finish. Despite their efforts, the team only managed a single victory, with 1 draw and a staggering 20 losses, culminating in a final position of 12th place. This season served as a tough learning experience, emphasizing the need for strategic adjustments and resilience moving forward.
While the results were disappointing, the season provided valuable insights into the areas requiring improvement. The team’s offensive output was minimal, scoring just 6 goals across the entire campaign, and conceding 84. This stark contrast underscores the defensive vulnerabilities and offensive struggles that defined their season.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights:
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Gary Nano
- Only 1 win throughout the season
- Defensive struggles with 84 goals conceded
- Finished 12th in the division, highlighting the need for rebuilding
- Scored just 6 goals, reflecting offensive challenges
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement:
Desk lens
Touchline
The team’s overwhelming number of losses and minimal goal tally point to critical defensive and offensive issues. Addressing defensive organization, increasing goal-scoring opportunities, and boosting overall team resilience are essential steps for future seasons.
The Long View
Final Assessment:
Desk lens
The Ledger
Worton Vale’s Season 22 was marked by significant difficulties, reflected in their poor record and goal difference. The season’s main strengths lie in the experience gained and the recognition of key areas needing improvement. Moving forward, focusing on defensive stability and offensive productivity will be crucial for turning the tide in upcoming campaigns. This season may be viewed as a foundational step toward future growth and success.