Season Review · July 28, 2025
Solid performance - Reliable football with room for growth
The 2023/24 season for Bothes in Division 4, League 1, has been a commendable display of resilience and attacking intent. Finishing in 7th place with 11 wins, 1 draw, and 10 losses, the team demonstrated a balanced approach with a positive goal difference of +10, a fun fact that highlights their offensive efficiency—more goals scored than conceded. This season's journey was marked by moments of brilliance and steady development, laying a solid foundation for future campaigns.
Gary's mark
4/5
Good
Finished
7th
Points
34
Record
11-1-10
GD
+10
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
34
Win Rate
50%
Games
22
Season Shape
Most used XI
Best-fit starting eleven for the campaign's most common formation.
Primary shape
4-5-1-DM
Formation usage
Standouts
Season honours
MVP by goal contributions, plus the leading scorer and creator.
Season MVP
Hubert Schmidt
CF
23 contributions
Top scorer
Hubert Schmidt
CF
16 goals
Top assists
Armando Caruso
RM
12 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 34
- P46
- Scoring
- 72
- P46
- Defence
- 62
- P38
- Goal difference
- +10
- P46
4/5
Season mark
Good
Campaign Record
11-1-10
Wins
11
50%
Draws
1
5%
Losses
10
45%
Attack · Defence
+10 GD
Goal Contributions
Hubert Schmidt
Player · 16G
16
Thomas Hall
Player · 10G · 6A
16
Armando Caruso
Player · 8G · 12A
20
Jon Bailey
Player · 5G · 4A
9
Thiago Sántos
Player · 4G · 8A
12
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 for Bothes in Division 4, League 1, has been a commendable display of resilience and attacking intent. Finishing in 7th place with 11 wins, 1 draw, and 10 losses, the team demonstrated a balanced approach with a positive goal difference of +10, a fun fact that highlights their offensive efficiency—more goals scored than conceded. This season's journey was marked by moments of brilliance and steady development, laying a solid foundation for future campaigns.
Interestingly, Bothes showcased their offensive prowess by netting 72 goals, a testament to their attacking mindset. Their ability to score consistently was complemented by a disciplined defensive record, conceding 62 goals. The season's narrative was shaped by standout performers who contributed both in front of goal and through creative play, emphasizing a team effort that kept them competitive throughout the league.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Top scorer:Hubert Schmidt with 16 goals, showcasing clinical finishing
- Playmaker:Armando Caruso with 12 assists, orchestrating attacks
- Consistent performers:All top players maintained zero disciplinary cards
- Goal difference:Maintained a positive +10, reflecting attacking strength and defensive stability
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement
Desk lens
Touchline
While Bothes displayed solid attacking output and defensive resilience, consistency remains an area to develop. The team suffered 10 losses, indicating room to tighten defensive organization and perhaps improve in high-pressure situations. Enhancing squad depth and reducing lapses in concentration could elevate their league standing in the next season.
The Long View
Final Assessment
Desk lens
The Ledger
Bothes' 2023/24 campaign was marked by a positive goal difference and a balanced team effort. Their strengths lie in their attacking potency and creative playmaking, with standout performances from players like Hubert Schmidt and Armando Caruso. To push higher in the league table, the team should focus on consistency and defensive solidity. With continued development, Bothes has the potential to climb the ranks and become a more formidable force in the division.