The 2012-13 campaign delivered a dramatic and desperate fight for survival for Barnsley, with The Tykes ultimately finishing a precarious 21st in the Championship. The season was defined by a mid-season managerial change, with David Flitcroft taking over from Keith Hill, and a nail-biting final day where a 2-2 draw against Huddersfield Town secured their top-flight status. Spearheading the attack was Craig Davies, who notched 8 league goals, including a sensational four-goal haul in a 5-0 demolition of Birmingham City. Despite the league anxiety, The Tykes also embarked on an impressive run to the FA Cup Quarter-finals. It was a turbulent year built on sheer grit and last-gasp efforts that remains a defining chapter in the club's modern battle for second-tier status.