Season Review · July 28, 2025
Difficult campaign - A season to learn from and improve
Hownhope Town's 2023/24 season in the seventh division was undeniably a challenging journey. Finishing in 9th place out of the league's standings, the club amassed 6 wins, 3 draws, and 13 losses, accumulating a total of 21 points. The team scored 30 goals but conceded 43, resulting in a goal difference of -13. This campaign was marked by resilience and moments of promise, despite the overall struggles on the pitch. Interestingly, this season was a season of football with its own unique story, full of ups and downs, learning curves, and opportunities for growth.
Gary's mark
5/5
Poor
Finished
9th
Points
21
Record
6-3-13
GD
-13
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
9th
Points
21
Win Rate
27%
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
Soogeun Jin
CF
9 contributions
Top scorer
Richard Robert
LF
5 goals
Top assists
Soogeun Jin
CF
6 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 21
- P29
- Scoring
- 30
- P21
- Defence
- 43
- P46
- Goal difference
- -13
- P29
5/5
Season mark
Poor
Campaign Record
6-3-13
Wins
6
27%
Draws
3
14%
Losses
13
59%
Attack · Defence
-13 GD
Goal Contributions
Richard Robert
Player · 5G · 1A
6
Soogeun Jin
Player · 3G · 6A
9
Traore Soumahoro
Player · 2G
2
Herve Kouassi
Player · 2G
2
Isaac Isiaka
Player · 2G · 1A
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
Hownhope Town's 2023/24 season in the seventh division was undeniably a challenging journey. Finishing in 9th place out of the league's standings, the club amassed 6 wins, 3 draws, and 13 losses, accumulating a total of 21 points. The team scored 30 goals but conceded 43, resulting in a goal difference of -13. This campaign was marked by resilience and moments of promise, despite the overall struggles on the pitch. Interestingly, this season was a season of football with its own unique story, full of ups and downs, learning curves, and opportunities for growth.
Throughout the season, Hownhope Town showcased some promising individual talents and team contributions. While the results didn't always go their way, the squad demonstrated a collective effort and a desire to improve. The season's challenges serve as a foundation for future development, and the club will undoubtedly look to build on these experiences in the seasons ahead.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Richard Robert led the team with 5 goals and was a consistent presence on the pitch
- Soogeun Jin contributed significantly with 6 assists, showcasing his playmaking ability
- The team displayed resilience, with multiple players contributing across various roles
- Notable team effort in attack, scoring 30 goals despite defensive struggles
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement
Desk lens
Touchline
Hownhope Town's season highlighted defensive vulnerabilities, conceding 43 goals. Improving defensive organization and consistency will be crucial. Additionally, converting more scoring opportunities and reducing the number of losses will help climb the league table. Developing squad depth and fostering a more cohesive team strategy could also enhance overall performance.
The Long View
Final Assessment
Desk lens
The Ledger
Hownhope Town's 2023/24 season was a difficult campaign marked by adversity and valuable lessons. The team showed resilience and individual brilliance, particularly from players like Richard Robert and Soogeun Jin. However, defensive frailties and inconsistent results hindered their progress. Strengthening defensive solidity, capitalizing on scoring chances, and building team cohesion will be key areas to focus on moving forward. With a committed approach and strategic improvements, the club can aim for a more competitive season next year.