With a high turnover of players during the summer, signing 9 players, there was a confidence within the club that it could be a successful season. Starting the season strong reaching the 3rd round of the Irish Cup, falling to Moyola Park, as well as sitting top of the table.
Due to significant player changes over the summer, with 9 signings, the team had high hopes for a successful campaign. The club performed well at the beginning of the season, advancing to the third round of the Irish Cup but losing to Moyola Park, and remained atop the league standings.