1^st Whitby Town FC (Unibond League) by Paul Roth; 2^nd Stourbridge (Midland Alliance) - David Norcliffe; 3^rd Yoker Athletic (Scottish Juniors) – Mike Latham; 4^th Coventry City (Championship) – Web Ed and 5^th Forest Green Rovers (Conference) – David Norcliffe. 

This year's top ground photograph comes from Whitby Town Football Club, members of the Unibond League. Paul's image, taken last December, fits the frame perfectly. The angles created by the buildings in the foreground and the row of houses in the background help to make the composition more interesting. Both lead the viewer's eye towards the brand new main stand. The towering pylon on the left contrasts with the diminutive figures warming up on the pitch to add a sense of scale and depth. The scene is typical of a cold, dank Saturday afternoon in winter. As kick-off approaches the sky above is becoming increasingly darker and the floodlights are already switched on. Thanks Paul for allowing us to share this atmospheric occasion with you!

Category B - Best Ground Photo (Foreign)

1^st Cairo National Stadium  (Egypt) by Leo Hoenig; 2nd Hertha Berlin (Germany) - Dennis Woods; 3^rd FC Brno (Czech Republic) – Dave 'DJ' Johnston; 4^th FC Bex (Switzerland) – Christine Morgan and 5t^h Dorrien Gardens (Australia) – Jack Warner.

Leo's image taken at the African Cup of Nations Tournament earlier in the season is truly remarkable. The national stadium in Cairo represents everything you would expect to find in this grandiose Egyptian location. Viewers cannot help but marvel at the ornate decoration which spans the upper tier of this magnificent stand. Add to this the unique splendour of the Spyhinx sitting directly above the half-way line. The dominant figure appears to be guarding over proceedings on the field where the players give the composition a real sense of scale and perspective. Brilliant!! 

Category C - Best Action Photo

Since gaining this award last season, Leon has produced many more outstanding pictures during 2005-2006! The winning image this time comes from the FA Vase Extra Preliminary between Ware and Sporting Bengal played at Wodson Park. The action is caught perfectly on camera. The dominant player in the centre of the frame strikes an unusual pose and can be seen clearly leaping high off the ground and at full stretch. With a fast shutter speed the viewer can also observe plenty of sharp, crisp detail in the composition such as the markings on the ball; the studs on the players' boots and even the changing colour of the grass. The expressions on the faces of the onlooking midfield players also add to the charged atmosphre of the picture. A super effort Leon! 

Category D - Best Landscape

The standard of photos in both the Landscape and the Idyllic setting categories was extremely high this year. Mike’s photo, taken at Llandudno was favourite though and caught the eye when it was sent to FGIF back in February. The quality of the picture is outstanding and helps to convey this beautiful setting found on the North Wales coastline. The colour of the sky, made up of  varying shades of purple, is breath-taking and makes an immediate impression upon the viewer. The mountain range in the background helps to divide the frame with the sky at the top and the ground at the bottom of the picture. There is also a sharp contrast in light with brighter conditions appearing above the clubhouse and changing pavilion. The scene is finally complete as the viewer is reminded that a game of football is taking place in front of such a magnificent backdrop.Thanks Mike.

Category E - The Idyllic Ground

1^st  Southampton (Championship) by Leon Gladwell; 2^nd Brighton & HA (Chamionship) – Leon Gladwell; 3^rd Sunderland (The Premiership) – Mike Latham; 4^th Ellistown (Leicestershire Sen Lge – WebEd and 5^th Vecindario (La Liga 2B Gp 1) – Paul Roth 

The winning photo in this category was taken by Leon Gladwell and reminds us what the game of football is all about. The silhouetted figure in the foreground dominates the frame and helps to creates an immediate impact. There is no doubting that the person caught on camera is a die-hard fan and the body language strikes a typical pose to explain this!  The position of the subject does not detract from the action; instead the viewer is directed beyond the main subject down to the pitch below. There is still plenty of room to see what is happening in the background and this helps to add both contrast and perspective to the frame. A truly original and terrific photograph! Thanks Leon!!

Category G - The Unexpected!