Nathan James Fox (born 14 November 1992) is an

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who plays for Southern League Premier Division Central side Spalding United where he plays as a defender.

Playing career

Notts County

Born in

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, Fox signed a scholarship contract with

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on 13 May 2009, along with 14 other players. He made his

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debut on 1 December for Notts County in the 4–0 home win over

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, replacing

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in the 86th minute as a substitute. He left the club at the end of the 2010–11 season. Fox played 90 minutes for a

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XI in a pre-season friendly against

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in July 2011.

Corby Town

Fox joined

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side

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in July 2012.

King's Lynn Town

On 1 June 2019, Nathan was confirmed as signing for

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side King's Lynn Town, along with

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and Sonny Carey. Fox played an integral part in helping secure 'The Linnets' The National League North title. He is perhaps known on Norfolk for his energetic runs and fantastic delivery into the danger area. Fox Contributed with 12 assists that season from left back.

Alfreton Town FC

After winning the Conference North title with Kings Lynn Town FC, Fox was reported to be signing for Kettering Town but opted for Alfreton Town FC.

Buxton

When football returned for the 2021–22 season following the suspension from COVID-19, Fox dropped down a division to sign for

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Premier Division side

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. The club were crowned champions and reached the

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second-round in his first season with the side.

Peterborough Sports

Despite promotion, Fox moved to fellow promoted

side Peterborough Sports in June 2022.

Style of play

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described Fox saying; "He's typical left back, he's a quick and strong boy with a great left foot, whilst having the athletic attributes he can play and his ball retention is excellent." Fox has matured into one of the best full backs/wing backs outside the National league his delivery into the box and ball retention goes hand in hand with his high fitness levels.

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