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Matthew Panting

Matthew Panting has covered sport in Kent over the past four decades. He joined the KM's sports desk in 2004.

Fans can give Darts the Edge

30 April 2025
Fans can give Darts the Edge

Dartford’s supporters have been urged to play their part in the club’s play-off campaign.

‘You’ve got to give them credit’

30 April 2025
‘You’ve got to give them credit’

Margate player-boss Ben Greenhalgh admitted the difference was in both penalty areas during their play-off semi-final defeat.

Report: Margate beaten in play-off semi-final

29 April 2025
Report: Margate beaten in play-off semi-final

Margate's season came to an end despite an excellent display in their play-off game at Burgess Hill on Tuesday night.

Pennock’s role can’t be underestimated

29 April 2025
Pennock’s role can’t be underestimated

Dartford boss Ady Pennock deserves more credit than he’s received for an excellent season.

‘I don't care who you are, it does take a little bit out of you’

27 April 2025
‘I don't care who you are, it does take a little bit out of you’

Dartford assistant manager Roland Edge admitted the daunting task facing his side on Saturday was a key factor in their display.

Isthmian League round-up

26 April 2025
Isthmian League round-up

Dover booked their place in the Isthmian Premier play-offs after coming from behind to win at Chichester.

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Report: Dartford beaten on dramatic final day in Isthmian Premier title race

26 April 2025
Report: Dartford beaten on dramatic final day in Isthmian Premier title race

Dartford head into the Isthmian Premier play-offs after a dramatic day at the top of the table on Saturday.

Matchday Live: Gillingham v Swindon, Farnborough v Maidstone, Dartford v Carshalton

26 April 2025
Matchday Live: Gillingham v Swindon, Farnborough v Maidstone, Dartford v Carshalton

Follow this afternoon’s football action as it happens in our live blog here.

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New boss excited by club’s potential

25 April 2025
New boss excited by club’s potential

Manager Tim O’Shea is excited by the potential of Cray Wanderers.

Pennock salutes ‘amazing’ squad

25 April 2025
Pennock salutes ‘amazing’ squad

Boss Ady Pennock says Dartford’s progress this season makes their campaign a win-win - even if they miss out on the Isthmian Premier title.

Football fixtures and results

25 April 2025
Football fixtures and results

Catch up with all the latest football fixtures and results.

New Cray boss turns to former Gills manager

24 April 2025
New Cray boss turns to former Gills manager

New Cray Wanderers boss Tim O’Shea is delighted to have Mark Stimson alongside him in the dugout.

‘I knew it wasn’t going to be our day’

22 April 2025
‘I knew it wasn’t going to be our day’

Manager Ady Pennock was proud of his Dartford players despite relinquishing their grip on the Isthmian Premier title on Monday.

Report: Dartford knocked off top spot

21 April 2025
Report: Dartford knocked off top spot

Dartford were knocked off the top of the Isthmian Premier on Monday after a pulsating derby at Cray Wanderers.

Matchday Live: Gillingham v AFC Wimbledon, Maidstone v Tonbridge, Cray Wanderers v Dartford

21 April 2025
Matchday Live: Gillingham v AFC Wimbledon, Maidstone v Tonbridge, Cray Wanderers v Dartford

Follow this afternoon’s football in our live blog, starting with an early kick-off for a National League South derby at the Gallagher.

‘They tarnish the good name of the club’

21 April 2025
‘They tarnish the good name of the club’

Dover chairman Jim Parmenter has warned the club’s supporters about their bad behaviour.

‘It’s a magnificent achievement’ - boss hails 20-goal striker

19 April 2025
‘It’s a magnificent achievement’ - boss hails 20-goal striker

Dover manager Jake Leberl praised striker Ruben Soares-Junior after he reached 20 goals in Friday’s defeat at Dartford.

‘We know we've got two tough games’

19 April 2025
‘We know we've got two tough games’

Dartford assistant boss Roland Edge insists his title-chasing side will be taking it one game at a time.

Isthmian League round-up

18 April 2025
Isthmian League round-up

Sittingbourne were involved in a potential play-off final dress rehearsal on Good Friday.

Report: Derby win keeps Dartford on top

18 April 2025
Report: Derby win keeps Dartford on top

Dartford hosted Dover in the Isthmian Premier on Good Friday.

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