Season Review · July 28, 2025
Solid performance - Reliable football with room for growth
Swadlitt Rangers' 2023/24 campaign in Division 7 has been a commendable display of consistency and team effort. Finishing in 5th place with 37 points, the Rangers demonstrated resilience and tactical discipline throughout the season. Their goal difference of +22 stands out as one of the best in Division 7, highlighting their solid defensive organization and effective attacking play. The team’s fun fact for the season is that they boast a goal difference of +22 — among the best in Division 7 — a testament to their balanced approach on both ends of the pitch.
Gary's mark
4/5
Good
Finished
5th
Points
37
Record
11-4-7
GD
+22
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
5th
Points
37
Win Rate
50%
Games
22
Season Shape
Most used XI
Best-fit starting eleven for the campaign's most common formation.
Primary shape
4-3-3-H
Formation usage
Standouts
Season honours
MVP by goal contributions, plus the leading scorer and creator.
Season MVP
Nicolas Fontaine
LW
13 contributions
Top scorer
Nicolas Fontaine
LW
7 goals
Top assists
Nicolas Fontaine
LW
6 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 37
- P67
- Scoring
- 40
- P38
- Defence
- 18
- P88
- Goal difference
- +22
- P63
4/5
Season mark
Good
Campaign Record
11-4-7
Wins
11
50%
Draws
4
18%
Losses
7
32%
Attack · Defence
+22 GD
Goal Contributions
Nicolas Fontaine
Player · 7G · 6A
13
Mohamed Abbas
Player · 5G · 4A
9
Kojo Hayashi
Player · 5G · 1A
6
Willi Herrmann
Player · 5G · 1A
6
Mahmoud Saied
Player · 4G · 2A
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
Swadlitt Rangers' 2023/24 campaign in Division 7 has been a commendable display of consistency and team effort. Finishing in 5th place with 37 points, the Rangers demonstrated resilience and tactical discipline throughout the season. Their goal difference of +22 stands out as one of the best in Division 7, highlighting their solid defensive organization and effective attacking play. The team’s fun fact for the season is that they boast a goal difference of +22 — among the best in Division 7 — a testament to their balanced approach on both ends of the pitch.
This season, Swadlitt Rangers showcased their ability to compete at a high level, securing 11 wins and maintaining a respectable record of 4 draws and 7 losses. Their journey was marked by moments of brilliance and steady performances, laying a strong foundation for future growth. The squad’s collective effort and strategic gameplay have set the stage for even greater success in upcoming seasons.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Goal difference of +22, among the best in Division 7
- 40 goals scored, showcasing attacking intent
- Strong defensive record with only 18 goals conceded
- Consistent team contributions from top players
- Solid league position with room to climb higher
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement
Desk lens
Touchline
While the team’s defensive record is impressive, there is room to enhance their offensive consistency in certain matches. Developing more clinical finishing and maintaining high-intensity pressing could help convert more draws into wins. Additionally, fostering greater squad rotation to prevent fatigue and injuries will be vital for sustained success.
The Long View
Final Assessment
Desk lens
The Ledger
Swadlitt Rangers have delivered a solid season, characterized by reliable performances and a commendable goal difference. Their balanced approach and collective effort are key strengths, laying a strong foundation for future progression. To elevate their standing further, focusing on offensive efficiency and squad depth will be crucial. Overall, this season has been a positive step forward, with promising potential for growth in the seasons to come.