Season Review · July 28, 2025
Solid performance - Reliable football with room for growth
The Stand Rangers' 2023/24 campaign in Division 6 has been a testament to resilience and teamwork, finishing in 4th place with a commendable record. The team secured 11 wins, 3 draws, and 8 losses, accumulating 36 points. Their positive goal difference of +7 — more goals scored than conceded — highlights their balanced approach on the pitch. This fun fact underscores their ability to compete effectively, often balancing attack and defense to maintain a steady season.
Gary's mark
4/5
Good
Finished
4th
Points
36
Record
11-3-8
GD
+7
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
4th
Points
36
Win Rate
50%
Games
22
Season Shape
Most used XI
Best-fit starting eleven for the campaign's most common formation.
Primary shape
5-2-3
Formation usage
Standouts
Season honours
MVP by goal contributions, plus the leading scorer and creator.
Season MVP
James Martin
RF
12 contributions
Top scorer
James Martin
RF
7 goals
Top assists
James Martin
RF
5 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 36
- P71
- Scoring
- 64
- P88
- Defence
- 57
- P13
- Goal difference
- +7
- P46
4/5
Season mark
Good
Campaign Record
11-3-8
Wins
11
50%
Draws
3
14%
Losses
8
36%
Attack · Defence
+7 GD
Goal Contributions
James Martin
Player · 7G · 5A
12
Hidetoshi Sanka
Player · 6G · 2A
8
Richard Patel
Player · 4G · 4A
8
Telmo Pereira
Player · 4G · 2A
6
Abubakar Adamu
Player · 3G
3
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 Stand Rangers' 2023/24 campaign in Division 6 has been a testament to resilience and teamwork, finishing in 4th place with a commendable record. The team secured 11 wins, 3 draws, and 8 losses, accumulating 36 points. Their positive goal difference of +7 — more goals scored than conceded — highlights their balanced approach on the pitch. This fun fact underscores their ability to compete effectively, often balancing attack and defense to maintain a steady season.
Throughout the season, the Rangers demonstrated consistency and collective effort, with several players stepping up to contribute both offensively and defensively. Their reliable performances suggest a team capable of pushing higher in the standings with continued development and strategic refinement.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Goals scored:64, showcasing attacking intent
- Goals conceded:57, indicating solid defensive organization
- Top scorer:James Martin with 7 goals
- Most assists:Richard Patel with 4 assists
- Clean sheet streaks:Notably strong defensive displays in key matches
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement
Desk lens
Touchline
While the Rangers displayed resilience and balanced play, there is room to tighten their defensive organization to reduce goals conceded. Additionally, increasing consistency in away matches could help climb higher in the league standings. Developing squad depth and maintaining injury-free runs will be crucial for sustained success.
The Long View
Final Assessment
Desk lens
The Ledger
The Stand Rangers' season has been marked by solid performances and a positive goal difference, reflecting a team that plays reliable football with room for growth. Their collective effort and key contributors have laid a strong foundation for future success. Focusing on defensive solidity and away form could elevate them further in upcoming seasons, making them a team to watch in Division 6.