Season Review · July 28, 2025
Mixed fortunes - Ups and downs in an unpredictable season
Westess Rovers' 2023/24 campaign in the fifth division has been a rollercoaster of moments, marked by resilience and some tough setbacks. Finishing in 7th place with 29 points, the team experienced a season of contrasts—showcasing flashes of brilliance alongside periods of inconsistency. Fun fact: This season was truly a football story of its own, with unexpected results and memorable performances that kept fans on the edge of their seats.
Gary's mark
5/5
Average
Finished
7th
Points
29
Record
9-2-11
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
7th
Points
29
Win Rate
41%
Games
22
Season Shape
Most used XI
Best-fit starting eleven for the campaign's most common formation.
Primary shape
4-3-3-D
Formation usage
Standouts
Season honours
MVP by goal contributions, plus the leading scorer and creator.
Season MVP
Volker Franke
CM
11 contributions
Top scorer
Volker Franke
CM
9 goals
Top assists
Usman Amadi
CM
5 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 29
- P46
- Scoring
- 40
- P29
- Defence
- 44
- P46
- Goal difference
- -4
- P42
5/5
Season mark
Average
Campaign Record
9-2-11
Wins
9
41%
Draws
2
9%
Losses
11
50%
Attack · Defence
-4 GD
Goal Contributions
Volker Franke
Player · 9G · 2A
11
Miroslav Perić
Player · 6G · 2A
8
Osvaldo Valenzuela
Player · 4G · 4A
8
Abel Lourenço
Player · 3G · 3A
6
Hidetoshi Usui
Player · 3G · 3A
6
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
Westess Rovers' 2023/24 campaign in the fifth division has been a rollercoaster of moments, marked by resilience and some tough setbacks. Finishing in 7th place with 29 points, the team experienced a season of contrasts—showcasing flashes of brilliance alongside periods of inconsistency. Fun fact: This season was truly a football story of its own, with unexpected results and memorable performances that kept fans on the edge of their seats.
Despite the challenges, the Rovers demonstrated a resilient spirit, with key players stepping up and contributing across the board. Their goal tally of 40, coupled with a narrow goal difference of -4, highlights a team that fought hard in every fixture. The season's unpredictable nature underscores the importance of continuous growth and adaptation for the club moving forward.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Top Scorer:Volker Franke with 9 goals
- Versatile Contributors:Multiple players contributed goals and assists
- Competitive Spirit:Narrow goal difference of -4 despite a losing record
- Clean Discipline:No yellow or red cards for key players throughout the season
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement
Desk lens
Touchline
While the team showed resilience, consistency remains an area to develop. Improving defensive stability to reduce goals conceded and converting more draws into wins could elevate the team’s league position. Additionally, fostering a more disciplined approach to avoid potential disciplinary issues will be crucial for future campaigns.
The Long View
Final Assessment
Desk lens
The Ledger
Westess Rovers’ season was characterized by its unpredictable nature, with players stepping up and facing challenges head-on. Strengths include versatile attacking options and a fighting spirit that kept them competitive. Moving forward, focusing on defensive solidity and consistency will be key to climbing higher in the league standings. This season’s journey has laid a foundation for future success, and with continued effort, the Rovers can aim for more stability and better results in the seasons to come.