The 2004-05 campaign was a devastating one for Stockport County as County spectacularly slumped to a crushing 24th-place finish in the inaugural League One season, resulting in immediate relegation to the fourth tier. Leading the charge was the prolific Warren Feeney, whose 15 league goals were a vital, albeit insufficient, beacon of brilliance in a campaign built on struggle, where the side conceded a staggering 98 goals. It was a dark and painful year that culminated in the loss of their top scorer before the season's end and remains an unforgettable chapter marking their descent.