Season Review · July 28, 2025
Struggling season - Battling against the odds
The 2023/24 season for St Boss Wey Rovers in Division 6 has been a challenging journey, marked by resilience and moments of promise. Finishing in 8th place with 8 wins, 7 draws, and 7 losses, the Rovers navigated a competitive league with grit. A notable fun fact from this campaign is their positive goal difference of +5, meaning they scored more goals than they conceded—an encouraging sign amidst the struggles. This statistic highlights their offensive capabilities and defensive discipline, even if consistency proved elusive.
Gary's mark
5/5
Below Average
Finished
8th
Points
31
Record
8-7-7
GD
+5
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
8th
Points
31
Win Rate
36%
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
Manuel Herrera
CF
8 contributions
Top scorer
Manuel Herrera
CF
7 goals
Top assists
Jamie Hussain
LW
4 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 31
- P38
- Scoring
- 39
- P29
- Defence
- 34
- P58
- Goal difference
- +5
- P38
5/5
Season mark
Below Average
Campaign Record
8-7-7
Wins
8
36%
Draws
7
32%
Losses
7
32%
Attack · Defence
+5 GD
Goal Contributions
Manuel Herrera
Player · 7G · 1A
8
Leonardo Do Carmo
Player · 4G
4
Koji Ishida
Player · 4G · 2A
6
Enzo Nakao
Player · 3G · 2A
5
Jamie Hussain
Player · 3G · 4A
7
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 St Boss Wey Rovers in Division 6 has been a challenging journey, marked by resilience and moments of promise. Finishing in 8th place with 8 wins, 7 draws, and 7 losses, the Rovers navigated a competitive league with grit. A notable fun fact from this campaign is their positive goal difference of +5, meaning they scored more goals than they conceded—an encouraging sign amidst the struggles. This statistic highlights their offensive capabilities and defensive discipline, even if consistency proved elusive.
Throughout the season, the team demonstrated a collective effort, with several players stepping up in various roles. Despite the ups and downs, the Rovers showed they could compete and create opportunities, laying a foundation for future growth. Their ability to score and defend effectively at times was a bright spot in an otherwise tough campaign.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Top Goalscorer:Manuel Herrera with 7 goals
- Most Appearances:Koji Ishida and Manuel Herrera (13 appearances each)
- Solid Defensive Record:Conceded only 34 goals across the season
- Balanced Attack:39 goals scored, showcasing offensive potential
- Positive Goal Difference:+5, more goals scored than conceded
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement
Desk lens
Touchline
While the team displayed resilience and offensive potential, consistency remains a challenge. Improving defensive organization during critical moments and converting more scoring opportunities could elevate their league standing. Additionally, maintaining discipline and avoiding unnecessary fouls or cards will be vital for future campaigns.
The Long View
Final Assessment
Desk lens
The Ledger
St Boss Wey Rovers' season was a testament to battling against the odds, with notable offensive contributions and a commendable goal difference. Their positive goal tally indicates attacking intent, and their defensive record shows promise. However, inconsistency and the need for greater tactical cohesion are areas to focus on moving forward. With continued development and strategic adjustments, the Rovers can aim higher in the next season.