The 2016-17 campaign was a season of transition and consolidation for Wrexham as The Reds secured a 13th-place finish in the National League. Amidst a significant squad overhaul and a mid-season managerial change that saw Dean Keates take the helm, the team relied on the attacking spark of John Rooney, whose 11 goals were vital for the side. It was a year of rebuilding at the Racecourse Ground that focused on stabilizing the club's position and laying the foundations for future progress in the fifth tier.