Season Review · July 28, 2025
Mixed fortunes - Ups and downs in an unpredictable season
Oakhesbridge's 2023/24 campaign in Division 7 of league 62 was truly a season of football with its own unique story. The team experienced a rollercoaster of results, managing to secure a respectable 8th place finish despite a challenging run of form. Their season was marked by resilience and moments of brilliance, but also by inconsistency that kept fans on the edge of their seats. Fun fact: this season's unpredictable nature meant that every game brought a new twist, making it one of the most memorable campaigns in recent memory.
Gary's mark
3/5
Average
Finished
8th
Points
27
Record
9-0-13
GD
-4
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
27
Win Rate
41%
Games
22
Season Shape
Most used XI
Best-fit starting eleven for the campaign's most common formation.
Primary shape
4-2-3-1
Formation usage
Standouts
Season honours
MVP by goal contributions, plus the leading scorer and creator.
Season MVP
Kazuyuki Taketa
RCM
10 contributions
Top scorer
Mauricio Bueno
CF
5 goals
Top assists
Kazuyuki Taketa
RCM
6 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 27
- P38
- Scoring
- 36
- P38
- Defence
- 40
- P38
- Goal difference
- -4
- P38
3/5
Season mark
Average
Campaign Record
9-0-13
Wins
9
41%
Draws
0
0%
Losses
13
59%
Attack · Defence
-4 GD
Goal Contributions
Mauricio Bueno
Player · 5G · 2A
7
Pedro Gonzalez
Player · 4G · 1A
5
Kazuyuki Taketa
Player · 4G · 6A
10
Diogo Lourenço
Player · 3G · 1A
4
Peter Morgan
Player · 3G
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
Oakhesbridge's 2023/24 campaign in Division 7 of league 62 was truly a season of football with its own unique story. The team experienced a rollercoaster of results, managing to secure a respectable 8th place finish despite a challenging run of form. Their season was marked by resilience and moments of brilliance, but also by inconsistency that kept fans on the edge of their seats. Fun fact: this season's unpredictable nature meant that every game brought a new twist, making it one of the most memorable campaigns in recent memory.
Throughout the season, Oakhesbridge showcased a balanced mix of attacking intent and defensive grit. They scored 36 goals but also conceded 40, resulting in a goal difference of -4. The team’s ability to compete was evident, even if they fell short of the top spots. Their commitment was reflected in the performances of their key players, who contributed significantly across the board.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Strong attacking contributionsfrom Mauricio Bueno and Kazuyuki Taketa
- Defensive resiliencewith consistent performances from squad players
- Multiple goal scorersindicating a versatile attacking setup
- Close matchesthat kept the league exciting till the end
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement
Desk lens
Touchline
While the team showed flashes of brilliance, consistency was an issue. Improving defensive organization and reducing the number of goals conceded could help climb higher in the table. Additionally, finding ways to secure draws or convert narrow losses into points would bolster their league standing.
The Long View
Final Assessment
Desk lens
The Ledger
Oakhesbridge’s season was a testament to resilience and team spirit, with key players stepping up and contributing across the pitch. Their attacking versatility was a highlight, but defensive stability and consistency remain areas to develop. With some strategic adjustments, they can aim for a stronger finish next season. Overall, a season of mixed fortunes but with plenty of potential to build on.