Last year's signings transformed Bray from the sort of side that was always going to find life difficult in the top flight into one capable of challenging for Europe and that should be where Pat Devlin's side is again this year.
A certain amount will depend on Devlin's ability to get the best out of Thomas Morgan who had looked so impressive during the early days at St Patrick's.
In: Thomas Morgan (Newry Town), Marlon James (St Vincents Islands), Dave Williamson (Bohemians).
Out: Pat O'Brien (Temporary retirement), Bo McKeever (Retired), Danny O'Connor and Alan Dodd (both Drogheda United), Stephen Gifford (Dublin City); Gary Smith (Released).
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Last five years: 11th, 2nd (D1), 11th, 1st (D1), 4th.
Betting: 12/1.
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