The 2011-12 campaign delivered a glorious day of silverware for Chesterfield as The Spireites overcame a season of league struggle to lift the EFL Trophy. Despite finishing a disappointing 22nd in League One, The Spireites found triumph at Wembley, defeating a heavily-favored Swindon Town 2-0 in the final. This landmark victory, sealed by an own goal and a late strike from substitute Craig Westcarr, delivered the club's first-ever EFL Trophy. The win provided a magnificent moment of relief and celebration for the supporters, standing out as a defining cup memory amidst a challenging campaign where Leon Clarke led the line with 9 goals.