Maidstone United boss Jay Saunders has signed a new deal at the Gallagher Stadium.

Saunders has been handed a one-year extension to his rolling contract, keeping him at the club until the end of next season.

He's been rewarded for leading Stones to the top of the Ryman League Premier Division and second round of the FA Cup.

Saunders, 36, said: “I am delighted to be given the opportunity to continue as manager and had no hesitation in saying yes to another year.

"It’s a pleasure to work for the club and with Terry (Casey), Oliver (Ash) and Bill (Williams).

"They’ve always backed me and I hope to reward them with success on the field to match all the efforts they put in off of it.

"I also want to thank the fans for their continued support.

"Having stood on the terraces at London Road and Watling Street, I know what it means to follow this club and it’s an honour for me to have gone from fan to player and on to manager."

Co-owner Mr Casey said: "Jay is one of the best young managers around and we’re delighted he’s pledged his future to the football club.

"This contract, with improved terms, shows the level of commitment, faith and trust we have in him and it’s in recognition of the high quality leadership and management he brings to the club."