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Luke Cawdell joined the KM as a trainee journalist in 2004 and progressed to become a senior multi-media reporter covering countywide sport

Gillingham hope to welcome back trio as they prepare for Southampton clash

14 July 2025
Gillingham hope to welcome back trio as they prepare for Southampton clash

More senior players could be available this week as Gillingham prepare for a trip to Southampton.

Wembley reminder fuels Ainsworth’s vision for Gillingham

14 July 2025
Wembley reminder fuels Ainsworth’s vision for Gillingham

Manager Gareth Ainsworth was given a powerful reminder of Gillingham’s potential ahead of his first home pre-season match on Saturday.

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Ainsworth buoyed by Gillingham's display in goalless draw with Reading

12 July 2025
Ainsworth buoyed by Gillingham's display in goalless draw with Reading

Gillingham’s draw against Reading gave manager Gareth Ainsworth a good feeling about what the team could achieve in the future.

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Report: Gillingham hold higher-league opposition to Priestfield draw

12 July 2025
Report: Gillingham hold higher-league opposition to Priestfield draw

Gillingham’s pre-season match against Reading at Priestfield ended level.

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Free entry, family fun and football as Chatham welcome Coventry City

11 July 2025
Free entry, family fun and football as Chatham welcome Coventry City

Saturday’s ‘the perfect time’ to show some support to Chatham Town.

Gillingham’s new striker sets the tone in pre-season opener

11 July 2025
Gillingham’s new striker sets the tone in pre-season opener

A relentless debut showing from Gillingham newcomer Seb Palmer-Houlden should be the norm, according to the striker.

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Jayden Clarke joins National League side after Gillingham exit

10 July 2025
Jayden Clarke joins National League side after Gillingham exit

Gillingham’s leading goalscorer from last season Jayden Clarke has joined National League side Forest Green Rovers.

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Ainsworth may have to cut before he adds at Gillingham

10 July 2025
Ainsworth may have to cut before he adds at Gillingham

Gillingham boss Gareth Ainsworth hopes to have at least one more new face in the squad before the League 2 season gets under way.

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Dover manager praises effort but bemoans costly moment against Gillingham

09 July 2025
Dover manager praises effort but bemoans costly moment against Gillingham

Dover manager Jake Leberl hopes his side are quick learners after admitting the manner of their defeat to Gillingham on Tuesday was frustrating.

Sheppey derby to honour club legend with inaugural Ernie Batten Cup

09 July 2025
Sheppey derby to honour club legend with inaugural Ernie Batten Cup

There’s a pre-season friendly match with added meaning at Sheppey United this Saturday.

No new injuries a ‘big thing’ for Gillingham's Ainsworth after pre-season opener

08 July 2025
No new injuries a ‘big thing’ for Gillingham's Ainsworth after pre-season opener

Finishing Tuesday’s opening pre-season match without any more injuries was a big deal for Gillingham manager Gareth Ainsworth.

Report: McKenzie on target as Gillingham kick off pre-season with a win

08 July 2025
Report: McKenzie on target as Gillingham kick off pre-season with a win

Gillingham had plenty of senior players missing for their opening pre-season encounter but enough to see off Dover at Crabble on Tuesday night.

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Sam Vokes to miss early pre-season games as Gillingham play it safe

08 July 2025
Sam Vokes to miss early pre-season games as Gillingham play it safe

Gillingham are playing it safe with newcomer Sam Vokes as he continues to recover from an injury he sustained at the end of last season.

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Gillingham set for pre-season action — and Jonny Williams can’t wait to get going

07 July 2025
Gillingham set for pre-season action — and Jonny Williams can’t wait to get going

Gillingham get their pre-season games under way this week and midfield man Jonny Williams can’t wait to get going.

Gillingham reinstate matchday programme thanks to fan-led plan

04 July 2025
Gillingham reinstate matchday programme thanks to fan-led plan

Gillingham have reversed their decision to stop printing matchday programmes.

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Gillingham’s visit to Bromley moved for live Sky Sports coverage

04 July 2025
Gillingham’s visit to Bromley moved for live Sky Sports coverage

Gillingham’s trip to Bromley in September has been selected for live Sky Sports broadcast.

Conor Masterson embraces senior role at Gillingham

03 July 2025
Conor Masterson embraces senior role at Gillingham

Conor Masterson is ready to step up as Gillingham’s defensive leader this season.

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Former Gillingham youngster Emmanuel Fernandez joins Rangers in big career move

03 July 2025
Former Gillingham youngster Emmanuel Fernandez joins Rangers in big career move

Gillingham’s former defender Emmanuel Fernandez has clinched a move to Scottish giants Rangers.

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Sittingbourne add another new signing to the squad ahead of their pre-season opener

02 July 2025
Sittingbourne add another new signing to the squad ahead of their pre-season opener

Sittingbourne manager Ryan Maxwell has added another player to the squad – one of two signings he hopes to make before their pre-season opener.

Former Gills favourite Tucker signs for Colchester after MK Dons release

02 July 2025
Former Gills favourite Tucker signs for Colchester after MK Dons release

Gillingham will be coming up against one of their former players next season after rivals Colchester United snapped up free agent Jack Tucker.

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