Season Review · July 28, 2025
Foundation building - Laying the groundwork for future success
The 2023/24 season for Dury Rangers in Division 8 of League 86 was a campaign of learning and development. Finishing in 9th place with 7 wins, 2 draws, and 13 losses, the team faced its fair share of challenges. A notable fun fact from this season is their goal difference of -22, highlighting defensive struggles throughout the campaign. Despite these setbacks, the team showed resilience and a desire to improve, setting the stage for future growth.
Gary's mark
5/5
Below Average
Finished
9th
Points
23
Record
7-2-13
GD
-22
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
23
Win Rate
32%
Games
22
Season Shape
Most used XI
Best-fit starting eleven for the campaign's most common formation.
Primary shape
4-4-2
Formation usage
Standouts
Season honours
MVP by goal contributions, plus the leading scorer and creator.
Season MVP
Allan Carroll
LCB
0 contributions
Top scorer
Allan Carroll
LCB
0 goals
Top assists
Allan Carroll
LCB
0 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 23
- P29
- Scoring
- 23
- P29
- Defence
- 45
- P38
- Goal difference
- -22
- P29
5/5
Season mark
Below Average
Campaign Record
7-2-13
Wins
7
32%
Draws
2
9%
Losses
13
59%
Attack · Defence
-22 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 Dury Rangers in Division 8 of League 86 was a campaign of learning and development. Finishing in 9th place with 7 wins, 2 draws, and 13 losses, the team faced its fair share of challenges. A notable fun fact from this season is their goal difference of -22, highlighting defensive struggles throughout the campaign. Despite these setbacks, the team showed resilience and a desire to improve, setting the stage for future growth.
Throughout the season, Dury Rangers demonstrated a collective spirit, with multiple players contributing in various ways, even if goal-scoring was not their primary strength. The season was a foundational step, emphasizing the importance of defensive organization and squad cohesion to build a more competitive team moving forward.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Secured 7 wins across the season
- Achieved 2 draws, showing resilience in tight matches
- Team effort with multiple players contributing in different roles
- Gained valuable experience for future campaigns
Standout Filings
Player Analysis and Standout Performers
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Giuseppe Conte: The team player – Contributing in multiple ways, though no goals or assists recorded this season.
- Antonio Castelli: The team player – Contributing in multiple ways, providing versatility on the pitch.
- Jorge Gonzalez: The team player – Contributing in multiple ways, showing commitment despite limited statistical output.
- Allan Carroll: The team player – Contributing in multiple ways, embodying team spirit.
- Eric Hussain: The team player – Contributing in multiple ways, adding depth to the squad.
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement
Desk lens
Touchline
Defensive organization remains a key area for growth, as reflected by the significant goal difference. Improving defensive cohesion, reducing conceding errors, and strengthening the backline will be crucial. Additionally, increasing goal-scoring capabilities will help turn more draws into wins and secure higher league positions.
The Long View
Final Assessment
Desk lens
The Ledger
Dury Rangers' 2023/24 campaign was characterized by a focus on building a solid foundation for the future. The team’s strengths lie in their collective spirit and willingness to contribute across the board. However, defensive frailties and a lack of goal-scoring punch hindered their overall performance. Addressing these issues will be vital in transforming this season's groundwork into future success.