Yet, the Fratton faithful were left disappointed as they saw their side lose 4-1 against Sheffield Wednesday on the final day.
With a strong Blues contingency in South Yorkshire, the former Lincoln boss was full of admiration of the Blue Army’s loyal support.
Following the defeat, Cowley told The News: ‘Our fans were incredible. To bring 2,500 fans to a game where we were just playing for pride was just amazing really.’
We’ve chosen 12 of the best photos of Pompey supporters from the season’s finale at Hillsborough.
. Portsmouth fans during the EFL Sky Bet League 1 match between Sheffield Wednesday and Portsmouth at Hillsborough, Sheffield, England on 30 April 2022.
2,558 Pompey fans made the 444-mile round trip to Hillsborough. Photo: Paul Thompson
. Pompey fans at Hillsborough
All smiles outside the ground after a very early start. Photo: Paul Thompson
. Pompey fans at Hillsborough
Pompey boss Danny Cowley and defender Hayden Carter poses with a flag with a fan. Photo: Paul Thompson
9. Pompey fans at Hillsborough
Was rather quieter without John Westwood's bugle at Hillsborough. Photo: Paul Thompson
10. Pompey fans at Hillsborough
The reaction says it all after George Byers scored Wednesday's fourth. Photo: Paul Thompson
11. Pompey fans at Hillsborough
Whatever the result and the season, the Fratton faithful continued their loyal support on Saturday afternoon. Photo: Paul Thompson