We did not finish the season the way we wanted to. That having been said, Ken Pom measures quality more than results. There is no question that we have gotten materially better every year since DH took over. This year, the 21st number reflects having played a third of a season without our star, along with the other injuries and stoppages.
We might not be as good next year. We might not be as good next year and still have a better end to the season. But as long as we keep trending up, even if next year is a small step back, we will be fine. 21st best isn't where we want to be, but it's getting there and it's getting there rapidly.