
Season Review · July 28, 2025
Promotion secured - Climbing the football pyramid
The 2023/24 season at Earley Park was a pivotal chapter in the club’s history, culminating in a well-deserved promotion from their division. Finishing in 3rd place with 33 points, the team demonstrated resilience and consistency, securing their spot in a higher tier for the next campaign. This achievement is particularly impressive considering the competitive nature of league 23, where every point counts. Fun fact: Earley Park’s third-place finish not only earned them promotion but also marked a significant milestone in their ongoing journey up the football pyramid.
Gary's mark
5/5
Average
Finished
3rd
Points
33
Record
10-3-9
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
3rd
Points
33
Win Rate
45%
Games
22
Season Shape
Most used XI
Best-fit starting eleven for the campaign's most common formation.
Primary shape
4-1-2-1-2-WB
Formation usage
Standouts
Season honours
MVP by goal contributions, plus the leading scorer and creator.
Season MVP
Allan Carroll
RWB
0 contributions
Top scorer
Allan Carroll
RWB
0 goals
Top assists
Allan Carroll
RWB
0 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 33
- P79
- Scoring
- 34
- P88
- Defence
- 38
- P13
- Goal difference
- -4
- P63
5/5
Season mark
Average
Campaign Record
10-3-9
Wins
10
45%
Draws
3
14%
Losses
9
41%
Attack · Defence
-4 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 at Earley Park was a pivotal chapter in the club’s history, culminating in a well-deserved promotion from their division. Finishing in 3rd place with 33 points, the team demonstrated resilience and consistency, securing their spot in a higher tier for the next campaign. This achievement is particularly impressive considering the competitive nature of league 23, where every point counts. Fun fact: Earley Park’s third-place finish not only earned them promotion but also marked a significant milestone in their ongoing journey up the football pyramid.
Throughout the season, the squad showcased a collective effort, with key players contributing across the board. Despite a modest goal tally of 34 goals scored, their defensive solidity and team cohesion played vital roles in their success. The club’s commitment to development and teamwork was evident, setting a solid foundation for future campaigns.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Secured promotion after finishing 3rd in league 23
- Demonstrated strong team spirit with consistent performances
- Defensive resilience with only 38 goals conceded
- Multiple players contributing in various roles, emphasizing team unity
Standout Filings
Player Analysis and Standout Performers
Filed by
Gary Nano
While individual statistics are limited, the collective effort of the squad was noteworthy. The top players—Shota Hoshino, Paul Foster, Humberto Correa, Willi Schneider, and Jorge Alvez—each contributed in multiple ways, embodying the team’s ethos of versatility and cooperation. Their roles as "The team player - Contributing in multiple ways" highlight a cohesive unit that prioritized collective success over individual glory.
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement
Desk lens
Touchline
To elevate their performance further, Earley Park could focus on enhancing their attacking potency to convert more goal-scoring opportunities. Additionally, tightening defensive organization to reduce goals conceded will be crucial as they face tougher opponents in higher divisions. Building on their team cohesion and developing key players will also be vital for sustained success.
The Long View
Final Assessment
Desk lens
The Ledger
Earley Park’s 2023/24 season was a commendable journey marked by teamwork and resilience, culminating in promotion and a bright outlook for the future. Their strengths lie in their collective spirit and defensive organization, which served them well throughout the campaign. Moving forward, refining their attacking strategies and defensive solidity will be essential to compete at higher levels and maintain their upward trajectory.
