Season Review · July 28, 2025
Difficult campaign - A season to learn from and improve
The 2023/24 season for Hough Rangers in the league was a challenging journey, finishing in 10th place in Division 4. With a record of 6 wins, 1 draw, and 15 losses, the team faced numerous hurdles throughout the campaign. Despite the setbacks, the squad showcased their attacking intent by netting an impressive 54 goals — a fun fact that highlights their offensive potential amid the struggles. This prolific scoring ability suggests that, with some defensive organization and consistency, Hough Rangers could turn their fortunes around in future seasons.
Gary's mark
5/5
Season Review
Finished
10th
Points
19
Record
6-1-15
GD
-11
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
10th
Points
19
Win Rate
27%
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
Adam Aguirre
CF
5 contributions
Top scorer
Ivan Franjić
LCM
3 goals
Top assists
Adam Aguirre
CF
3 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 19
- P21
- Scoring
- 54
- P54
- Defence
- 65
- P29
- Goal difference
- -11
- P21
5/5
Season mark
Season Rating
Campaign Record
6-1-15
Wins
6
27%
Draws
1
5%
Losses
15
68%
Attack · Defence
-11 GD
Goal Contributions
Ivan Franjić
Player · 3G · 1A
4
Diogo Reis
Player · 2G · 2A
4
Adam Aguirre
Player · 2G · 3A
5
Hernan Acua
Player · 1G
1
Rey Hernandez
Player · 1G · 2A
3
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
The 2023/24 season for Hough Rangers in the league was a challenging journey, finishing in 10th place in Division 4. With a record of 6 wins, 1 draw, and 15 losses, the team faced numerous hurdles throughout the campaign. Despite the setbacks, the squad showcased their attacking intent by netting an impressive 54 goals — a fun fact that highlights their offensive potential amid the struggles. This prolific scoring ability suggests that, with some defensive organization and consistency, Hough Rangers could turn their fortunes around in future seasons.
Interestingly, the team’s goal-scoring prowess was complemented by contributions from multiple players, emphasizing a collective effort on the pitch. The season served as a valuable learning experience, providing insights into areas that need strengthening, particularly defensively, as they conceded 65 goals. The season’s outcome underscores the importance of resilience and strategic adjustments moving forward.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Scored 54 goals, showcasing attacking flair
- Multiple players contributed with goals and assists
- Demonstrated team spirit with consistent player involvement
- Gained valuable experience for future development
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement
Desk lens
Touchline
Hough Rangers need to focus on defensive organization and resilience to reduce the number of goals conceded. Consistency across matches and maintaining focus during critical moments will be vital for climbing the league table. Additionally, developing a more robust tactical approach could help translate attacking efforts into more positive results.
The Long View
Final Assessment
Desk lens
The Ledger
The season for Hough Rangers was undoubtedly difficult, but it was also a period of growth and learning. Their attacking output was a bright spot, with multiple players contributing to the goal tally. The team’s collective effort and versatility are strengths to build upon. However, defensive frailties and inconsistency hampered their overall performance. With strategic improvements and a focus on defensive solidity, Hough Rangers can aim for a more competitive and balanced campaign in the future.