The 2006-07 campaign, under the infectious enthusiasm of manager Ian Holloway, delivered Plymouth Argyle's best league finish in half a century as The Pilgrims secured a solid 11th place in the Championship. The season was defined by a thrilling run to the FA Cup Quarter-finals, the farthest any non-Premiership team advanced, and was spearheaded by the vital 14 goals from veteran striker Barry Hayles. Built on an exciting, attacking style and secured with an impressive five successive wins to end the campaign, it was a standout year that cemented the club's status in the second tier and brought great optimism to the Home Park faithful.