Author: Andrew Spiers

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October Player Awards

Before the game against South Park, the awards for Octobers player and goal of the month were announced.

October Player of the Month

This award went to goalkeeper Coleridge “CJ” Fubler Jr. His performances during October helped the Moles to an unbeaten run of five game including a cup win against Isthmian Premier Division side Dulwich Hamlet.

The award was present by Moles Chairman Andy Cotton.

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October Goal of the Month

This award went to Ethan Gold for his 95th minute winner away at Guernsey. The award was presented by Moles assistant manager Andy Bullett.

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You can watch Ethan’s goal below;

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Introducing: South Park (Reigate) FC

South Park FC

After going unbeaten through the five games of October, the Moles go into a busy November hoping to continue that run against South Park FC.

Date: Saturday 2nd November 2024
KO: 3pm

Who are South Park (Reigate) FC?

South Park Football Club was founded in 1897 and initially played on a sports field between Crescent and Church Roads. In 1925, the club formed a partnership with the local cricket club to create the South Park Sports Association, which aimed to improve athletic facilities for both clubs and the community. The association purchased land on Whitehall Lane, which became the permanent home of the club and was renamed “King George’s Field” in 1935. The club went through some tough times during and after World War II but rebounded with the help of donations and improved facilities, including a clubhouse and showers.

In 2001, the club merged with Reigate Town Football Club and renamed itself South Park & Reigate Town Football Club until 2003. The club has since undergone many renovations, gained promotion to higher divisions, and achieved success in various cup competitions. In recent years, the club has had several changes in management, including Harrison Williams taking charge in February 2022, and most recently, the club has renamed itself South Park Reigate in July 2022 to enhance its profile locally and in the wider football community. football pyramid before being promoted to Division One of the Combined Counties League in 2002-03. The club were Combined Counties Premier Division North champions in 2021–22, earning promotion to the Isthmian League.

Head to head record

Over the past three seasons, the honours have been even with 2 win, 2 defeats and 2 draws. Last season, South Park win their home game 2-1 whilst the game at the Iconic Stadium finished 1-1.

Tickets

Tickets can be purchased on the gate. Please note that we are a cashless stadium. Only card  and contactless payment are accepted on the gate, for food and in the bar.

Prices are;

  • Adults: £10
  • Concession: £6
  • Under 16: £1

About Hill Farm Lane

Address: The Iconic Stadium, Hill Farm Lane, Binfield RG42 5NR

The club house and changing rooms at Hill Farm Lane. Photo: C2 Photography.

Hill Farm Lane is a modern non-league football ground with parking on site, disabled access and more including:

  • Licenced bar
  • Tea bar serving hot and cold food
  • Disabled access to pitch side
  • Toilets
  • Standing and seated covered areas to watch the match
  • Card payments taken on the gate, in the bar and at the tea bar.

There are over 100 spaces available to park at the ground.

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November Fixtures

The Moles have a busy month in November with 8 fixtures scheduled – 6 of them being at the Iconic Stadium. This includes the visit of National League side Maidenhead United in the Berks & Bucks Senior Cup.

November 2, 2024 @ 3pm – Binfield vs South Park
November 5, 2024 @ 7:45pm – Uxbridge vs Binfield
November 9, 2024 @ 3pm – Binfield vs Southall
November 11, 2024 @ 7:45pm – Binfield vs Maidenhead United
November 16, 2024 @ 3pm – Hanworth Villa vs Binfield
November 18, 2024 @ 7:45pm – Binfield vs Westfield
November 23, 2024 @ 3pm – Binfield vs Kingstonian FC
November 30, 2024 @ 3pm – Binfield vs Harrow Borough FC

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Raynes Park Vale Goals

Watch the 4 second half goals against Raynes Park Vale that helped the Moles to finish October unbeaten.

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Reflection After Raynes Park Vale Win

Assistant Manager Andy Bullett spoke to the media team after the Moles 4-2 win over Raynes Park Vale FC.

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Introducing: Raynes Park Vale FC

Raynes Park Vale F.C.

The Moles have the opportunity to finish off October unbeaten. However, they have to overcome the tough away trip to Raynes Park Vale FC first.

Matchday: Saturday 26th October. KO 3pm

Who are Raynes Park Vale FC?

Raynes Park Vale FC was formed in 1995 following the merger of Raynes Park and Malden Vale (formed 1967). The new merged club joined the Combined Counties Football League. They have participated in national Cup competitions and their best finish was in 1997-98 when they finished fourth. The reserve team won the Combined Counties Reserve League twice, then joined the Suburban League before being disbanded for financial reasons. They rejoined the combined counties reserve league and won the League and Cup double in the 2012-13 season. The reserve league was later disbanded, and they rejoined the Suburban League. Gavin Bolger, a former AFC Wimbledon player, took over as 1st team Manager midway through the 2013-14 season and stepped down following the 2020/21 season. Josh Gallagher was appointed as the new First Team Manager before the start of the 2021/22 season.

Head to head record

Last season, the Moles lost 4-0 away to Raynes Park Vale whilst the home game finished 0-0.

About Prince George’s Fields

Address: Prince George’s Fields, SW20 9HA, just off Grand Drive

Tickets

Adults – £10,
Over 60s – £6
16-18yrs – £3
Under16s – Free

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U18 Moles Win Against Thatcham

The Moles U18s were away against Thatcham Town U18s in a league game.

The first half performance was clinical going in 4 nil up with Lucas Jacobs and Adam Cowley bagging a brace each and could of been more if their GK hadn’t had pulled of a couple of saves.

In the 2nd half, they managed to make it hard work and within 5 minutes gave away a sloppy goal of a back post header then gave a penalty. The young Moles had a couple of chances to make it comfortable but Thatcham continued to press and with 3 mins left got the third but the Moles held out to win 4-3.

Good rotation of the squad again tonight with more game time for the U16 players.

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Dulwich Hamlet Goals

As the game on Saturday was postponed, we have a bonus treat for you – the goals in the Moles 4-1 win over Dulwich Hamlet.

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From The Dugout

This was originally published in the Westfield programme but as the game was postponed we felt it was important to share them here;

The last few days have been overwhelming for me, I can’t express enough in words my gratitude to everyone that has taken the time to send me kind words of support, it’s actually made me very emotional. A special mention to the Chairman Andy, Bully, Bowes, Salil, Rhys, Ollie, Glenn, Rob, Andrew, all of the players & everyone at the club, I was hoping my situation would go under the radar, so everyone could just focus on getting a result today, however, creating some awareness to Skin Cancer feels very positive for me, my wife & my daughter. I was actually diagnosed back in May, I had my first procedure in June but unfortunately they hadn’t got the cancer margins they wanted, so after many more tests & consultations, more invasive surgery is required. I can not stress enough, how important the Football Club has been for me through this process, it’s been the perfect distraction for my soul, to give me the strength I need to get through what I am about to experience.

It feels like the football gods have been with me through out, from the start of the season challenges, to the last 2 weeks of results! It feels like the narrative was always meant to be presented this way!

Since my last notes, we have played Sutton Common Rovers FC at home and played Guernsey FC, Badshot Lea FC, Dulwich & Hamlet FC all away. To pick up 4 wins, has been a perfect way to start October & for me going into my surgery.

Sutton Common Rovers FC at home saw us win our 1st league game, with 2 goals being scored by Kickie & an excellent clean sheet for CJ between the sticks. A result I feel we fully deserved, for the first time in a while the structure of the team was starting to take shape. I know I’ve said it a few times now, but even through conceding 14 goals in 2 games, I never had any doubt in the group of players!

In fact I installed the players with belief & confidence in meetings & presentations we had, so they knew that we were ready to go & get these 4 wins.

The trip to Guernsey wasn’t ideal in the sense, many players couldn’t get time of work on a Wednesday & Thursday, however it did provide an excellent opportunity for others to shine & take the shirt. Goldie’s finish in the last minute, the singing on the team bus & Jamie Hilton just being a superstar for the whole trip was special. Like last season, it bought the group together and installed a belief & confidence in the group that I knew was in them, I just needed to coach, develop & manage it out of them.

Following 2 days in Guernsey, last Saturday saw us play Badshot Lea FC, already being presented as a bottom of the league 6 pointer. It wasn’t our most fluent performance but you could see the confidence in the players was there! A clean sheet for CJ, an assist from Luke, a great finish from Kickie, subs coming off the bench AGAIN with a 1st assist from Sachin & a 1st goal for Riley! This was a great result for the group.

9 league points in 9 days, 2 clean sheets & most importantly every player stepped up & executed, which is exciting for the squad we have. As I’ve said a lot, there are 32 league games left & we will need every player through the season!

The cherry on the cake came on Tuesday night. A trip to Dulwich & Hamlet FC. Never an easy 2 hour journey through central London on a Tuesday night! That being said, the ground, the pitch, the crowd, it felt the stage was set for a Mitch Parker master class & wow, didn’t he deliver! Mitch plus all of the other players delivered a memorable performance & result for everyone at the club. Let’s see what the next round presents!

Today we face Westfield FC, a change of management for them over the summer but no change in results, they’ve had a great start to the season & will prove another tough test for the team, one I know all the players & management team are ready for.

In my absence, please get behind Bully & Bowes who will jointly work together to manage the team. Both are fantastic human beings, both are great on the coaching field and with all of the players in the dressing room. I know the team is in safe hands. I hope you all enjoy the game and thank you for your continued support.

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U18 Win Against Windsor & Eton

The U18 Moles played Windsor & Etons U18s in an Allied Counties Youth Football League game. Windsor had the stronger start 1 nil up in first 20 minutes thanks to an excellent finish from Windsor striker

The young Moles created a few opportunities down our right flank with Adam Cowley but not at their normal levels and went in 1 nil down.

They came out with a better intensity to draw level through Adam Cowley who cut in from right and left footed finish. Windsor immediately went back down our end and from a corner slotted home. Mitch Woozley who came on as a sub got them back level with his 1st goal for Allieds.

The pressure built on Windsor with them having to substitute their keeper which then saw us take the lead for first time with 20 mins to go through Adam Cowley’s 2nd goal and Matt Tweed with 4th of the season.

By this time Windsor went down to 10 due to injury and having no substitutes left. The 5th goal went to Jack Salah our U16 goalkeeper but also our centre forward. Windsor hit the woodwork 3 times in the 2nd half and really made the team work for it

The team’s next game is away to Thatcham Town U18 on Monday 21st October. KO 7:45pm.

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Club Statement: Ross Weatherstone

First team manager, Ross Weatherstone will be taking a break from the sidelines while he recovers from surgery for the skin cancer he’s been diagnosed with.

Ross’ procedure means that he won’t be present on matchdays but will be in constant communication with the squad while Andy Bullett and Keith Pennicott-Bowen take on first team operations in his absence.

Everyone at Binfield wishes Ross a speedy recovery and looking forward to seeing him back with the first
team in the near future.

We’re all with you boss

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