The 2002-03 campaign saw Torquay United consolidate their status in the Third Division, finishing a respectable 9th place in the fourth tier of English football. Leading the charge was the prolific forward David Graham, whose 15 league goals proved vital for The Gulls in a season built on grit and an impressive 66 points. Under the guidance of new manager Leroy Rosenior, this season helped lay a crucial foundation for the club's dramatic promotion push the following year and remains a significant step forward in the club's modern history.