Although he played in different position, Horwood played in the left–back position in Hunt's absent. He then scored his first goal for the club on 25 February 2017, in a 1–0 win over Southport. After injuring his knee injury during a 1–0 win over Torquay United, it was announced that he would be out for the rest of the season.
Although he played in various positions, Horwood played as a left-back when Hunt was absent. He subsequently scored his first goal for the club on February 25, 2017, in a 1–0 victory over Southport. After injuring his knee during a 1–0 win against Torquay United, it was announced that he would be sidelined for the remainder of the season.