Season Review · July 28, 2025
Difficult campaign - A season to learn from and improve
Hare Rovers' 2023/24 season in the fifth division was undoubtedly a challenging journey. Finishing in 11th place out of the league's teams, the club faced significant hurdles, especially on the defensive front. Their goal difference of -46 highlights the struggles they encountered throughout the campaign, with defensive lapses often costing valuable points. Despite these setbacks, the team showed resilience and a fighting spirit, aiming to build a stronger foundation for the future. Interestingly, the club's top scorers each netted three goals, reflecting a balanced but underwhelming attacking output.
Gary's mark
5/5
Poor
Finished
11th
Points
9
Record
3-0-19
GD
-46
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
9
Win Rate
14%
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
Myungsoo Ra
RW
6 contributions
Top scorer
Myungsoo Ra
RW
3 goals
Top assists
Myungsoo Ra
RW
3 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 9
- P13
- Scoring
- 25
- P13
- Defence
- 71
- P13
- Goal difference
- -46
- P13
5/5
Season mark
Poor
Campaign Record
3-0-19
Wins
3
14%
Draws
0
0%
Losses
19
86%
Attack · Defence
-46 GD
Goal Contributions
Daouda Ouattara
Player · 3G · 1A
4
Myungsoo Ra
Player · 3G · 3A
6
Malcolm Thomson
Player · 3G · 1A
4
Karl Shirakawa
Player · 2G
2
Marcelo Marquez
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
Hare Rovers' 2023/24 season in the fifth division was undoubtedly a challenging journey. Finishing in 11th place out of the league's teams, the club faced significant hurdles, especially on the defensive front. Their goal difference of -46 highlights the struggles they encountered throughout the campaign, with defensive lapses often costing valuable points. Despite these setbacks, the team showed resilience and a fighting spirit, aiming to build a stronger foundation for the future. Interestingly, the club's top scorers each netted three goals, reflecting a balanced but underwhelming attacking output.
This season served as a crucial learning curve for Hare Rovers, emphasizing the need for defensive solidity and consistency. The club's commitment to developing their squad and integrating young talents remains evident, and with targeted improvements, they can aim to climb the league table in the upcoming season.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Goals scored: 25 – showing offensive effort despite defensive issues
- Multiple contributors: Several players chipped in with goals and assists
- Resilience in adversity: Despite poor results, the team kept fighting
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement
Desk lens
Touchline
Defensive organization remains the primary concern, as evidenced by the high number of goals conceded. Improving defensive discipline and communication could significantly alter the club’s fortunes. Additionally, increasing goal-scoring consistency and creating more scoring opportunities would help turn narrow losses into draws or wins.
The Long View
Final Assessment
Desk lens
The Ledger
Hare Rovers' season was marked by significant challenges, particularly defensively, but also by moments of individual brilliance and team effort. The squad's versatility and contributions from multiple players are positives to build upon. However, addressing defensive frailties and enhancing attacking efficiency are essential steps moving forward. With focused development and strategic planning, the club can aim for a more competitive and balanced campaign next season.