Hanworth Villa vs Molesey

Molesey came out victorious in this pre-season friendly; a game which never really got out of second gear. There was an interesting contrast in playing styles throughout the game, with Molesey playing a neat 2-touch passing game whilst Hanworth adopted more direct tactics. The direct football was more effective early on but in truth neither side had any great chances. Molesey's defence was solid and restricted Hanworth to long-range efforts. Quick freekicks provided the best opportunities for Molesey in the first half - the closest they came was when a deflection carried a shot just wide of the far post. However it was an effort from the Hanworth Villa goalkeeper that was the closest either side came to scoring in the first half. The Molesey keeper did well to recover after his opposite number spotted him off his line and shot from within his own half!

Early on in the second period the Moles had a goal disallowed for a foul on the goalkeeper, which appeared to be the correct decision. It was then Hanworth's turn to have a goal disallowed, this time for offside. The game livened up a bit after this and both sides went for a winner in a fairly even game. A goal did eventually come for Molesey; a great strike from the edge of the area finding the bottom left corner. This spurred Molesey on to look for another, and whilst they could not add to their goal tally their attacking play prevented the hosts from having any opportunity to get back into the game, meaning the match finished 1-0 to Molesey

It wasn't pretty, but both sides got a good workout in a physical game. Molesey enter the Ryman Division 1 South next season, knowing it will be a great challenge for them. The foundations have been set and the side are playing decent football, which will be much, much better by the start of the season in August. Hanworth were disappointing last year and ultimately lucky to stay up. But they've finished much higher in past seasons and will be determined to do so again. Confidence should be high, and they gave last season's Combined Counties Premier Division champions Molesey a good game in this on. We wish both sides all the best in the upcoming 15-16 season

Walton Casuals vs Spelthorne Sports

The first game of the FITB was a high-scoring, but ultimately very one-sided game. Walton Casuals of the Ryman Division One South took on Spelthorne Sports, who play in the division below. With Spelthorne finishing strongly in the Combined Counties Premier Division last season and Casuals being in the bottom half of the league above you could be forgiven for expecting a close game. The reality was somewhat different.

The game started slowly with neither keeper being really tested in the first 20 minutes. Both sides did have chances however; Walton seeing a corner cleared off the line and Spelthorne’s centre forward just unable to reach a through ball. Walton then had a goal disallowed for offside. It wasn’t until the 30^th minute that the first of the 8 goals was scored - Gabriel Odunaike timing his run to perfection and calmly finishing past the helpless Spelthorne keeper. Odunaike should really have made it 2-0 minutes later but the second goal did eventually arrive courtesy of former Sutton United man Billy Dunn, who capitalised after Spelthorne were caught in possession inside their own half. Just 12 seconds after Spelthorne kicked off again they pulled a goal back, a powerful volley just inside the box leaving the Walton keeper with no chance. There was more to come in the first half though, with a Walton Casuals trialist remaining calm under pressure to score a third goal in stoppage time

The first chance of the second half fell to Spelthorne, but the effort from the edge of the box was well wide. Walton continued to pepper the Spelthorne goal but were frustrated by several saves by the Spelthorne keeper and one shot striking the foot of the post. The game appeared to be petering out but a spectacular Spelthorne collapse in the final 10 minutes saw Walton Casuals add 4 goals in the space of 5 minutes. Gabriel Odunaike got the first in the 83^rd minute, in similar style to his first goal. A Spelthorne player then handled on the line, allowing Luke Medley to score a penalty just 1 minute later. Odunaike’s movement off the ball had been excellent throughout and he completed his hattrick in the 86^th minute after an inch perfect through ball put him through. There was still time for another trialist to score a screamer from the edge of the box, bringing the score to an emphatic 7-1

It is of course hard to make judgements on a season based on the first pre-season game, but Walton were brutal and looked a very strong side. Spelthorne offered glimpses going forward but were caught way too often at the back and you couldn’t help but feel sorry for the goalkeeper, who had little chance with any of the 7 goals. With Walton Casuals playing in Merstham this season we are unlikely to see them until the new stadium in built, so wish them all the best for the future! We are sure to catch Spelthorne Sports again soon, hopefully on better form, and again wish them all the best in their 15-16 Combined Counties season!

HIGHLIGHTS HERE:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C99Q2HmAD-I

GOAL OF THE SEASON 13 14

GOAL OF THE SEASON 13 14
The 'goal of the season' competition is back and is better than ever before

The link to the video is
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S4-8ioXWJmM&feature=youtu.be

The link to vote is
https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/LYKJMSJ

Enjoy watching and voting for your winner

FITB ARE RECRUITING

Fox in the Box Productions are looking to recruit!

Are you under 18 years old?

Are you a fan of football?

Would you like to be involved with a company filming football, and get the chance to put it on your CV?

Then this role is perfect for you!

Fox in the Box Productions are looking for somebody to control the corner camera at games they film. The role, as with every FITB role, is unpaid but gives you the chance to put a brilliant experience on your CV and enjoy football for free!

Should you wish to apply or ask for more information please contact us at fitbhighlights@gmail.com

(please note we are based in South London)

Meet the Fox in the Box team

Johnnie Lowery

Founder of Fox in the Box, Johnnie organises everything to do with the company, as well as doing the main camera at most games. Also has some experience as corner cam.  A keen fan of non-league football, Johnnie set up the company to help provide the game with video coverage it deserves. Has been present at all but 2 of the games Fox in the Box Productions have filmed. A loyal Sutton United fan.

Games on Main Cam: 54

Games on Corner Cam: 3.5

Games as Backup: 2

                                              Gabriel Brookes

Founder member of Fox in the Box, Gabriel was originally the main camera man but has more recently been working as a corner cam. His northern roots have helped him film a game in the Northern League for Fox in the Box. Talented with a camera whether it be main or corner cam, Gabriel is a vital part of Fox in the Box and a good utility man to have around. A Newcastle United fan.

Games on Main Cam: 10

Games on Corner Cam: 8.5

Games as Backup: 4

                                              Bradley Cooper

New member to Fox in the Box, joined in November just before the Met Police game FITB were about to film! Bradley has since shown a natural talent for corner cam, with his knack for getting every goal perfectly on camera even if it is scored at the other end of the pitch really standing out. He has really enjoyed his new role since joining Fox in the Box and it would not be a surprise at all to see Bradley going into a career as a cameraman in future. A Chelsea fan.

Games on Main Cam: 0

Games on Corner Cam: 5

Games as Backup: 1

                                              Otto Abram

Has occasionally filled in as a backup cameraman and technical assistant, as well as making a cameo appearance as a corner cam at a Feltham game! Whilst he is not a regular for Fox in the Box due to other commitments, assistance from Otto is always welcomed and his contribution at a game always improves the quality of the highlights. An Arsenal fan.

Games on Main Cam: 0

Games on Corner Cam: 1

Games as Backup: 2

                                               Ex Foxes

             

Alex Easton

A close friend of Johnnie and Bradley, Alex filled in as a backup for three games but has not returned to Fox in the Box duties on a more permanent basis. We are hopeful of finding a role and a camera for Alex to use to draft him back into the Fox in the Box scene if possible.

Games on Main Cam: 0

Games on Corner Cam: 0

Games as Backup: 3

*0.5 on a game means that the person involved filmed half of the game as that specific camera type

Main camera: The 'bread and butter' of filming. Usually the easiest job but the one with the most pressure involved, the camera is stationed as close to the halfway line under cover from the elements as possible. The main camera shots are used for all highlights

Corner camera: Can be done anywhere towards one goal. Used to gain reverse angle replays of goals and is employed when Fox in the Box have enough people available to do it. Requires a lot of skill but there is little pressure on the person doing it. Corner camera shots are used for replays of goals, penalty incidents and red card incidents only

Backup: Involves the person who is not filming, usually as there is not a camera spare, acting as a technical assistant and speeding up jobs such as setting up the tripod. Backups can take control if, because of an incident, the main cameraman is unable to carry on filming.

Corinthian-Casuals vs Westfield

Corinthian-Casuals vs Westfield

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8C2K2YFhYNs

Fox in the Box headed to Tolworth on a cold Tuesday night knowing one of two landmarks had to occur. Either Westfield would shock Corinthian-Casuals and knock them out of a cup they won a few years back, or Corinthian-Casuals would avoid defeat in front of the Fox in the Box cameras for the first time ever! If was the latter of those did that did eventually occur, and it was a fairly comfortable win for the Casuals in the end.

The first good chance fell to the home side early on and a good save from Bradshaw in the Westfield goal kept the scores level. The follow up was then blocked and cleared away. Not too long after Corinthian-Casuals has another great opportunity but the free header that was gifted to a Casuals striker from about 12 yards out was headed straight at the Westfield keeper who had an easy save. Westfield struggled to create chances against their higher ranked opposition and the home side deservedly took the lead in the 19^th minute when a cross from the left wing was controlled by Steve Barilli who had no trouble in finishing the chance. Corinthian-Casuals continued to dominate but it was Westfield who scored the next goal after a schoolboy error from a Casuals throw-in. A throw back to a defender was miscontrolled allowing a Westfield forward to get through on goal. He rounded Bracken in the Casuals goal and squared the ball to James Mepham, who applied the finish despite the best efforts of Bracken and a defender on the line. The two sides were level for just 3 minutes though, with a fantastic goal from Jamie ‘Busy’ Byatt’ restoring the Casuals’ lead with a wonderful strike. Byatt received the ball around 35 yards out and beat his man before hitting a rocket with his left foot right into the top corner of the goal from the edge of the box. Casuals had a chance to go two goals up minutes later but a volley was put over the bar from close range.

The first chance of the second half fell to Westfield after a set piece was sent over to the far post. The touch on the end of the cross sent the ball just wide of the far post. The second half was a fairly equal affair and Westfield showed more signs of getting back into the game and maybe forcing extra-time, with Bracken called into action on several occasions. However, any hope of getting back into the game was thrown away when an attempted backpass to Bradshaw in the Westfield goal was sent straight to Casuals forward Chris Watney, who applied the finish to put Corinthian-Casuals 3-1 up. This goal seemed to kill off the game as a contest and the remaining fifteen minutes passed with neither side creating anything of note.  Massive thumbs up to the 36 spectators at the game who bothered to turn up despite the freezing cold temperatures (1 degree!) and the England game live on TV. Westfield gave a battling performance, especially for a twenty minute spell in the second half, but ultimately the division gap showed and Corinthian-Casuals emerged victorious. The Casuals will now face Walton and Hersham in the 3^rd round of the Surrey Senior Cup.

Met Police vs Hampton and Richmond

Met Police vs Hampton and Richmond – Isthmian League Cup

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tQAGFbGBwpo&feature=youtu.be

An exciting game at Imber Court saw Met Police get two early goals and hang on to defeat Hampton and Richmond, despite the domination of the game for large parts of the game by the away side. Most of Hampton’s meaningful attacks came down the wings, in particular right winger Luke Wanadio who had a fantastic game and scored the only Hampton and Richmond goal. However, Met Police ultimately defended well enough to weather the Hampton and Richmond storm and it is them who will advance to the 4^th Round of the Isthmian League Cup.

Hampton and Richmond simply did not turn up to the first 10 minutes and found themselves 2-0 down early on in the game. Firstly, a pass back to a Hampton defender was too short and a Met Police striker was put through on goal. Whilst his effort was well saved by Rodney Chiweshe, the rebound fell to Bobby Bennett who couldn’t miss. Hampton did not learn from their defensive errors and conceded again on 11 minutes. A Met Police corner was flicked on and the ball fell to Jonte Smith, who expertly backheeled the ball past Chiweshe. Hampton and Richmond seemed to wake up after this point and came close from a series of corners, seeing two efforts cleared off the line in 2 minutes. Stuart Searle then pulled off a good save after Dan Thompson met Luke Wanadio’s cross with a good volley. Hampton fans appealed for a goal after another corner was met by a Hampton head and was cleared off the line once more. Looking back on video footage it is hard to tell from the angle of the camera but you can see why they would appeal for a goal; it was very close. Met Police then had a chance on the break to go 3-0 up ball the first time shot was fired just wide of the Hampton post

Hampton continued to be on top after half-time and came closest when Searle was forced into making a great save after a good header from just inside the box. Hampton finally got a goal in the 69^th minute after a poor pass from Met Police led to Luke Wanadio getting through on goal. He made no mistake with his finish, setting up an interesting last 20 minutes with Hampton chasing an equaliser. There were a few nervous moments in the Met Police defence, not helped by some poor handling from Stuart Searle, but it was Searle who kept the scores level in the last 5 minutes with a great save from a close range effort. In the 89^th minute Met Police broke but looked to have missed an easy chance to seal the game. However, Jonte Smith got to the rebound and finished into an empty net, scoring his second goal of the night and making fully sure there was no way back for Hampton. The Beavers had nothing left in them after that blow and Met Police comfortably saw out the last few minutes to advance to the next round

Overall an enjoyable game with Met Police scoring 2 early goals and defending very well for the rest of the game to keep Hampton from scoring the goals their play deserved. We wish Met Police all the best for the next round and hope to see them in the final of the competition.