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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.

Let’s zone in on the task in hand

17 July 2025
Let’s zone in on the task in hand

Kent Spitfires skipper Sam Billings says everyone will need their A-game as they bid to reach the Vitality Blast quarter-finals.

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Pennock names new skipper

17 July 2025
Pennock names new skipper

Boss Ady Pennock has chosen Josh Hill’s successor as Dartford captain.

Positive vibes bode well for a happy camp

17 July 2025
Positive vibes bode well for a happy camp

Ebbsfleet boss Josh Wright says team spirit is already high among his new-look squad.

No need to go gung-ho, says Muyeye

16 July 2025
No need to go gung-ho, says Muyeye

Kent Spitfires’ Tawanda Muyeye says their weekend T20 Blast win over Middlesex proves patience pays off.

Love Island’s Ronnie Vint back at Dartford

14 July 2025
Love Island’s Ronnie Vint back at Dartford

The returning Ronnie Vint will be given every opportunity to earn a long-term deal at Dartford.

Kent opener praises Finch’s T20 role

14 July 2025
Kent opener praises Finch’s T20 role

Kent Spitfires’ Tawanda Muyeye praised the contribution of opening partner Harry Finch in Sunday’s seven-wicket win over Middlesex.

Spitfires keep quarter-final hopes alive

13 July 2025
Spitfires keep quarter-final hopes alive

Kent Spitfires kept their hopes of reaching the Vitality Blast quarter-finals alive after beating Middlesex on Sunday.

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Kent Women defeated in front of record crowd

13 July 2025
Kent Women defeated in front of record crowd

A record-breaking crowd saw Kent Women beaten by Middlesex at Canterbury on Sunday.

Darts lose to Charlton in front of big crowd

12 July 2025
Darts lose to Charlton in front of big crowd

A bumper crowd watched Dartford get their pre-season schedule under way at Princes Park on Saturday.

Wright’s squad have the ideal blend

11 July 2025
Wright’s squad have the ideal blend

Ebbsfleet manager Josh Wright says his new squad are the perfect mix of youth and experience - with some hidden gems he’s sure will catch the eye.

Fleet start against fellow relegated club

09 July 2025
Fleet start against fellow relegated club

Ebbsfleet begin life back in National League South against a team they faced last season in non-league’s top tier.

FA Trophy draw 2025/26

04 July 2025
FA Trophy draw 2025/26

Just two Kent sides will feature in the Preliminary Round of the FA Trophy - but there’s a massive derby in the early stages.

FA Cup draw 2025/26

04 July 2025
FA Cup draw 2025/26

The draw has been made for the opening two rounds of this season’s FA Cup.

FA Vase draw 2025/26

04 July 2025
FA Vase draw 2025/26

The draw has been made for the first two rounds of the FA Vase, with some sides facing familiar opponents.

Why T20 is a different ball game now

04 July 2025
Why T20 is a different ball game now

Kent spinner Matt Parkinson says bowling in the Vitality Blast these days can be a thankless task.

Fleet boss makes 12th summer signing

30 June 2025
Fleet boss makes 12th summer signing

Ebbsfleet manager Josh Wright has made another impressive addition to his squad.

Five-star Parkinson ignites sibling rivalry

28 June 2025
Five-star Parkinson ignites sibling rivalry

Matt Parkinson’s T20 Blast five-fer against Essex did more than help Kent win last week - it gave him bragging rights over twin brother Callum!

Fleet sign former Gills skipper

27 June 2025
Fleet sign former Gills skipper

Ebbsfleet have landed a major transfer coup after signing a former Gillingham captain.

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Muyeye having a Blast with clear sense of purpose

27 June 2025
Muyeye having a Blast with clear sense of purpose

Kent Spitfires’ top run scorer Tawanda Muyeye believes clarity in his game has led to a rich vein of form in T20 cricket.

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Fleet boss adds keeper to squad

24 June 2025
Fleet boss adds keeper to squad

Ebbsfleet boss Josh Wright has made his ninth summer signing with the addition of a goalkeeper to his squad.

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