The 2017-18 campaign saw The Pirates firmly consolidate their position in League One, finishing a respectable 13th in the third tier of English football under the guidance of manager Darrell Clarke. Spearheading the attack was the club's homegrown hero, Ellis Harrison, whose crucial 12 league goals (and 14 overall) proved his enduring quality as the team navigated both a respectable league position and a run to the Third Round of the EFL Cup. It was a season of vital stability and continued development, showcasing the talents that kept Bristol Rovers battling in the professional ranks and building on their recent success.