JEMEL Johnson said it was a “fantastic” feeling to be back at Binfield scoring goals, writes Dave Wright.

And he vowed to get a few more in the months ahead.

Johnson netted a superb opener to put the Moles on their way to a 2-1 win against Brockenhurst in their FA Cup preliminary round tie at Hill Farm Lane on Saturday, with Ian Davies getting their second before the visitors pulled one back from the penalty spot.

The striker has rejoined the club from Thatcham, having been part of their FA Vase-winning side at Wembley in May.

“I spent four years here before and it’s great to be back,” he said.

“I like all the people here and the club has progressed, it’s a great family club.

“So it’s fantastic to be able to score my first goal this season and my first goal back in Binfield’s colours.

“I am obviously looking to kick on from here and get a lot more goals.

“I’m pleased to help the boys through to the next round.”

Johnson found the net only six times as Thatcham completed a sensational Vase and Hellenic League title double.

But the experienced hitman vowed: “I am hoping to do a lot better this season and score goals that will help the team.

“I have set myself a target from a goals perspective, though prefer to keep that to myself until I get there.”

Johnson is one or several players to have left Thatcham since their moment of glory at Wembley.

“I can never forget days like that,” he said.

“The final was a great occasion and it has been good to come here (Binfield) and share those experiences with the boys.

“FA competitions are really enjoyable, so we are hoping for a good run in the FA Cup and also the Vase.

“When you are winning you are earning a bit of money for the club, and that means a lot to clubs at this level.”

Binfield picked up £2,890 by beating Brockenhurst on Saturday to add to the £2,250 they earned for winning at Fareham in the previous round. And the total will more than double if they win their home first qualifying round tie on September 8 against Buckland Athletic.

“I think we deserved to win as we had a lot of chances,” said Johnson.

“We were the better side in the first half and continued to build on that in the second half. We looked a lot fitter than them.”

His goal and the team’s victory brought some joy to Jemel, as for the last two weeks he had been mourning the death of his fiancée’s father, whose funeral service took place last week.

“It’s been a tough week, but these things happen in life unfortunately and we have come through it as a family together. I was pleased to come out and play,” he concluded.

Johnson returns to Vase action this Saturday when Binfield take on Frimley Green at Hill Farm Lane (3pm).