Season Review · July 28, 2025
Difficult campaign - A season to learn from and improve
The 2023-24 season for Newquay Park in Division 7 was undoubtedly a challenging journey. Finishing 11th in league standings with only 2 wins, 1 draw, and a staggering 19 losses, the team faced significant hurdles on the pitch. The season's fun fact reveals a goal difference of -62, highlighting the defensive struggles that plagued the squad throughout the campaign. Despite these setbacks, the team showed resilience and a willingness to contribute in multiple ways, with several players stepping up in various roles.
Gary's mark
5/5
Poor
Finished
11th
Points
7
Record
2-1-19
GD
-62
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
11th
Points
7
Win Rate
9%
Games
22
Season Shape
Most used XI
Best-fit starting eleven for the campaign's most common formation.
Primary shape
3-4-3-A
Formation usage
Standouts
Season honours
MVP by goal contributions, plus the leading scorer and creator.
Season MVP
Armando Hernandez
LF
5 contributions
Top scorer
Alfonso Russo
RF
4 goals
Top assists
Armando Hernandez
LF
3 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 7
- P13
- Scoring
- 18
- P13
- Defence
- 80
- P13
- Goal difference
- -62
- P13
5/5
Season mark
Poor
Campaign Record
2-1-19
Wins
2
9%
Draws
1
5%
Losses
19
86%
Attack · Defence
-62 GD
Goal Contributions
Alfonso Russo
Player · 4G
4
Junior Rodrigues
Player · 3G
3
Mauro Donoso
Player · 2G · 1A
3
Armando Hernandez
Player · 2G · 3A
5
Ahmed Zaki
Player · 1G
1
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 Newquay Park in Division 7 was undoubtedly a challenging journey. Finishing 11th in league standings with only 2 wins, 1 draw, and a staggering 19 losses, the team faced significant hurdles on the pitch. The season's fun fact reveals a goal difference of -62, highlighting the defensive struggles that plagued the squad throughout the campaign. Despite these setbacks, the team showed resilience and a willingness to contribute in multiple ways, with several players stepping up in various roles.
This season served as a crucial learning experience for Newquay Park. The club's young squad and limited goal tally of 18 reflect the need for strategic improvements both defensively and offensively. With a focus on developing a cohesive unit and addressing defensive vulnerabilities, the upcoming season offers hope for a more competitive future.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Top scorer Alfonso Russo with 4 goals
- Player versatility demonstrated by multiple contributors
- Youth development evident in appearances from emerging players
- Learning curve for defensive organization and team cohesion
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement
Desk lens
Touchline
Defensive organization remains the primary concern, as evidenced by the massive goal difference. Improving defensive discipline, positioning, and communication will be vital. Additionally, increasing goal-scoring efficiency and creating more scoring opportunities should be prioritized to turn close matches into wins.
The Long View
Final Assessment
Desk lens
The Ledger
Newquay Park's 2023-24 season was marked by significant challenges, particularly defensively, which resulted in a poor overall record. The team displayed commendable effort and versatility from its players, but the lack of defensive solidity and goal-scoring consistency hindered progress. Strengthening defensive tactics, fostering team cohesion, and boosting offensive output will be essential for a more competitive campaign next season. This season serves as a foundation for growth, with clear areas identified for future development.