Season Review · July 28, 2025
Foundation building - Laying the groundwork for future success
The 2023/24 season for Souge Wanderers was a year of establishing the basics, with the club navigating the challenges of Division 8 in League 8. Finishing in 8th place with 6 wins, 4 draws, and 12 losses, the Wanderers faced a tough campaign that tested their resilience and team cohesion. Interestingly, this season was a story of its own, marked by a collective effort to build a foundation for future growth, despite the lack of standout goal scorers or standout moments in attack.
Gary's mark
5/5
Poor
Finished
8th
Points
22
Record
6-4-12
GD
-17
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
8th
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
4-4-2
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
- 22
- P38
- Scoring
- 26
- P63
- Defence
- 43
- P21
- Goal difference
- -17
- P29
5/5
Season mark
Poor
Campaign Record
6-4-12
Wins
6
27%
Draws
4
18%
Losses
12
55%
Attack · Defence
-17 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 Souge Wanderers was a year of establishing the basics, with the club navigating the challenges of Division 8 in League 8. Finishing in 8th place with 6 wins, 4 draws, and 12 losses, the Wanderers faced a tough campaign that tested their resilience and team cohesion. Interestingly, this season was a story of its own, marked by a collective effort to build a foundation for future growth, despite the lack of standout goal scorers or standout moments in attack.
A fun fact about this season is that it was truly a season of football with its own unique story—one of perseverance and steady development. The Wanderers demonstrated a team-oriented approach, with several players contributing in multiple ways, even if individual statistics didn't shine. This season sets the stage for strategic improvements and a more competitive future.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Most Goals Scored:26 goals, showing attacking potential
- Defensive Effort:Conceded 43 goals, highlighting defensive areas to improve
- Team Unity:Multiple players contributed without standout goal scorers
- Progress:Gained valuable experience in a competitive division
Standout Filings
Player Analysis and Standout Performers
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Gary Nano
While no individual player led the scoring charts, the collective effort was notable. The top players—Giuseppe Conte, Antonio Castelli, Allan Carroll, Pedro Chagas, and Eric Hussain—contributed in multiple ways, emphasizing team cohesion over individual stats. Their roles as versatile team players helped maintain stability and foster a foundation for future seasons.
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement
Desk lens
Touchline
The Wanderers need to focus on tightening their defensive organization to reduce goals conceded. Additionally, increasing goal-scoring efficiency and developing key attacking players will be crucial for climbing higher in the standings. Building confidence and consistency will be vital as they aim to turn draws and narrow losses into wins.
The Long View
Final Assessment
Desk lens
The Ledger
Souge Wanderers' 2023/24 season was characterized by foundational efforts and a collective team spirit. While the results were modest and the goal difference negative, the season served as a crucial stepping stone. Strengths included team cohesion and experience gained, but areas such as defensive solidity and attacking potency require significant improvement. With strategic development, this season's groundwork can lead to more competitive performances in the future.