Season Review · July 28, 2025
Promotion secured - Climbing the football pyramid
The Heam Wanderers' 2023/24 campaign in Division 8 has been nothing short of remarkable, culminating in a well-deserved promotion. Finishing in 3rd place with a record of 15 wins, just 1 draw, and 6 losses, the Wanderers demonstrated resilience and attacking prowess throughout the season. Their goal difference of +40 stands out as one of the best in Division 8, a testament to their solid defense and prolific attack. This impressive goal difference not only highlights their offensive strength but also underscores their defensive stability, which kept them competitive in every fixture.
Gary's mark
5/5
Very Good
Finished
3rd
Points
46
Record
15-1-6
GD
+40
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
46
Win Rate
68%
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
Joseph Bousquet
AM
23 contributions
Top scorer
Joseph Bousquet
AM
16 goals
Top assists
Youngwook Cha
RW
11 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 46
- P79
- Scoring
- 74
- P79
- Defence
- 34
- P71
- Goal difference
- +40
- P79
5/5
Season mark
Very Good
Campaign Record
15-1-6
Wins
15
68%
Draws
1
5%
Losses
6
27%
Attack · Defence
+40 GD
Goal Contributions
Joseph Bousquet
Player · 16G · 7A
23
Mervyn Miah
Player · 11G · 6A
17
Giuseppe Molinari
Player · 8G · 6A
14
Heinz Otto
Player · 7G · 3A
10
Youngwook Cha
Player · 6G · 11A
17
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 Heam Wanderers' 2023/24 campaign in Division 8 has been nothing short of remarkable, culminating in a well-deserved promotion. Finishing in 3rd place with a record of 15 wins, just 1 draw, and 6 losses, the Wanderers demonstrated resilience and attacking prowess throughout the season. Their goal difference of +40 stands out as one of the best in Division 8, a testament to their solid defense and prolific attack. This impressive goal difference not only highlights their offensive strength but also underscores their defensive stability, which kept them competitive in every fixture.
A fun fact that encapsulates their season is their goal difference of +40 — among the best in Division 8 — reflecting their ability to outscore opponents comfortably. The Wanderers' ascent up the football pyramid is a testament to their strategic growth, team cohesion, and relentless pursuit of excellence. Their journey this season has set a strong foundation for future challenges in higher divisions.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Secured promotion to Division 7, marking a significant milestone
- Scored 74 goals, showcasing attacking flair and offensive efficiency
- Conceded only 34 goals, demonstrating defensive solidity
- Achieved a goal difference of +40, among the best in the division
- Top scorer Joseph Bousquet netted 16 goals with 7 assists
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement
Desk lens
Touchline
While the season was highly successful, there remains room for growth. The Wanderers could benefit from tightening their defensive organization to reduce goals conceded further, especially against top-tier opponents. Additionally, maintaining consistency in away fixtures will be crucial as they prepare for the challenges of Division 7.
The Long View
Final Assessment
Desk lens
The Ledger
The Heam Wanderers' season has been a commendable journey of growth and achievement. Their potent attack, bolstered by standout performers like Bousquet and Miah, combined with a solid defensive record, has propelled them to a well-earned promotion. Moving forward, focusing on defensive discipline and away match consistency will be vital to sustain their upward trajectory. Overall, a very good season that sets a promising foundation for the next chapter in their footballing journey.