The 2011-12 campaign was a season of profound turmoil and near-disaster for Hibernian, resulting in a nervous 11th-place finish in the Scottish Premier League. The year was marked by the mid-season sacking of manager Colin Calderwood, with Pat Fenlon arriving to successfully navigate a fraught relegation battle against Dunfermline. Despite the league anxiety, the season remains unforgettable for a defiant run to the Scottish Cup Final, which ultimately ended in crushing, heartbreaking 5-1 defeat to fierce rivals Hearts. Amid the chaos, the one constant source of inspiration was veteran striker Garry O'Connor, whose crucial 12 league goals (16 in all competitions) anchored the attack in a defining chapter of sheer grit and ultimate survival for The Hibees.