Season Review · July 28, 2025
Foundation building - Laying the groundwork for future success
The 2023/24 season for Dunton Rangers in Division 8 of League 22 was a year of steady development and resilience. Finishing in 11th place with 22 points, the team faced a challenging campaign, winning 6 matches, drawing 4, and suffering 12 defeats. Despite the tough results, this season was a vital step in establishing a foundation for future progress. Interestingly, this season was truly a story of its own, with many moments that will be remembered by the dedicated fans and players alike.
Gary's mark
5/5
Season Review
Finished
11th
Points
22
Record
6-4-12
GD
-15
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
22
Win Rate
27%
Games
22
Season Shape
Most used XI
Best-fit starting eleven for the campaign's most common formation.
Primary shape
4-3-3-F9
Formation usage
Standouts
Season honours
MVP by goal contributions, plus the leading scorer and creator.
Season MVP
Alain Maury
0 contributions
Top scorer
Alain Maury
0 goals
Top assists
Alain Maury
0 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 22
- P13
- Scoring
- 23
- P17
- Defence
- 38
- P50
- Goal difference
- -15
- P29
5/5
Season mark
Season Rating
Campaign Record
6-4-12
Wins
6
27%
Draws
4
18%
Losses
12
55%
Attack · Defence
-15 GD
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 Dunton Rangers in Division 8 of League 22 was a year of steady development and resilience. Finishing in 11th place with 22 points, the team faced a challenging campaign, winning 6 matches, drawing 4, and suffering 12 defeats. Despite the tough results, this season was a vital step in establishing a foundation for future progress. Interestingly, this season was truly a story of its own, with many moments that will be remembered by the dedicated fans and players alike.
Throughout the season, Dunton Rangers demonstrated a collective spirit and a willingness to contribute across the board, even if the goals and assists were not heavily recorded for their top players. The team’s efforts in defense and midfield laid the groundwork for growth, and the experience gained will be invaluable moving forward.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Resilient team effort despite tough results
- Consistent participation from core players
- Defensive organization showed signs of improvement
- Building blocks for future success
Standout Filings
Player Analysis and Standout Performers
Filed by
Gary Nano
While individual stats for the top players—Salvatore Marino, Zlatko Golubić, Jackson Cordeiro, Ali Tijani, and Mohamed Soliman—show no recorded goals or assists, their contributions in appearances and team effort were vital. Their roles as versatile team players contributed to maintaining team cohesion and effort throughout the season.
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement
Desk lens
Touchline
Dunton Rangers need to focus on enhancing their attacking potency and defensive solidity. Improving goal-scoring opportunities and reducing goals conceded will be crucial in climbing the league table. Additionally, developing individual player impact in terms of goals and assists could elevate the team’s overall performance.
The Long View
Final Assessment
Desk lens
The Ledger
Dunton Rangers' season was characterized by perseverance and foundational work. While the results were modest, the team’s collective effort and commitment to building a solid base are commendable. Moving forward, focusing on offensive efficiency and defensive resilience will be key to transforming this season’s groundwork into tangible success. The club’s journey is far from over, and this season’s experiences will serve as a stepping stone for brighter days ahead.