Rob Key has given his backing to the appointment of former Kent coach Paul Farbrace as England assistant coach.

Jimmy Adams has given his backing to under-fire Kent opener Sam Northeast, laughing off any suggestion the club’s new vice-captain should be dropped.

Seamer Mitch Claydon says he feels hopeful he is on the verge of a big haul of wickets after changing his action in the off-season.

Rob Key says there is a lot more to come from Kent, and himself, as he seeks a big score to help claim a first win of the campaign against Surrey.

Kent batsman Daniel Bell-Drummond is aiming for three-figure hauls after half-century double.

Kent players need to be more ruthless and show greater mental toughness as they seek to get their campaign on track, says assistant coach Matt Walker.

Former Kent coach and wicketkeeper Paul Farbrace has been appointed England’s new assistant coach after quitting his Sri Lanka role.

Former skipper James Tredwell was a surprise omission for Kent as they began their home campaign with the visit of Leicestershire on Sunday.

Assistant coach Matt Walker confirmed Sam Billings is the new Kent wicketkeeper, leaving Geraint Jones on the sidelines after a decade in the role.

Kent's LV= County Championship Division 2 campaign got off to a disappointing start as they suffered a 125-run defeat at Worcester on Wednesday.

Kent’s former England wicketkeeper/batsman Geraint Jones admits he is facing an uncertain season.

Rob Key says Kent’s promotion fate this year will depend on them making a fast start to the LV= County Championship, Division 2 campaign.

Highly-rated young batsman Daniel Bell-Drummond beat the cold of winter by escaping to the heat of Queensland for five months.

Darren Stevens is excited by the 2014 season, not just because he’s free to play but because of the potential for the club to be truly competitive.

Kent coach Jimmy Adams says a return to the top-table of county cricket is the club’s main aim as they prepare for the start of their campaign.

On the eve of the new season Australian seamer Doug Bollinger hopes his experience will help the Kent squad become winners.

Kent have handed fast-bowler Robbie Joseph a contract to return to the club at the age of 32.

Paceman Mitch Claydon says compatriot Doug Bollinger can’t wait to start his Kent career and predicts his arrival could spark success.

Kent Cricket members gathered for a largely upbeat club AGM at The Spitfire Ground, St Lawrence, on Wednesday night.

Rob Key says “few players in the world” could have replaced all-rounder Darren Stevens, had he been banned from playing cricket this season.