The Kent Non-League Football Podcast

It's time for the last show of the season and our end of season review. We go out at the top though as Kent's two league-winning managers join us to reflect on their memorable and historic title successes. For Deal Town boss Steve King, this season's SCEFL success is the culmination of nine years of hard work with the Hoops, and he reflects on that achievement, his one disappointment from the campaign and his hopes for the new season in the Isthmian League. Cray Valley PM's Steve McKimm is also thrilled after his team's success in his first year at the club, and he talks us through their incredible run, when he felt they won the title and how he has bounced back from some personal disappointments. We also look back at some incredible FA Cup exploits and the season as a whole across the pyramid, including our Manager, Player and Moment of the Year. And we save some of the nonsense too for the last show - we talk windscreen wipers, Northern Lights and Perry Mason. Have a good summer! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Three of our teams are celebrating promotion after a dramatic weekend of play-off action - and we've got interviews with all three of them for you to enjoy. It's bye bye to Bromley as they head up to the Football League for the first time ever - boss Andy Woodman reflects on their victory over Solihull, his experience in non-league and looks ahead to the start of the next chapter. Also making history are Erith Town, into Step 4 for the first time ever after beating Corinthian on penalties. Spot-kick hero Mackenzie Foley discusses his feelings after saving two efforts in the shoot-out, and manager Adam Woodward is thrilled to prove the doubters wrong after leading his side to three trophies in the space of less than six weeks. Corinthian boss Michael Golding discusses his disappointment at losing out in that final and his future at the club, while we're also joined by Larkfield & New Hythe boss Danny Lye after his side beat Staplehurst Monarchs to make it third time lucky in the SCEFL First Division play-offs. Plus there's all the rest of the news as the managerial merry go round continues, and there's the usual chat and nonsense, this week including staring contests, sports cars and hot tubs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Another packed show after a crazy week in the play-offs - and we've got four interviews for you to enjoy. Ramsgate are the week's big losers, the Isthmian League South East runners-up beaten by Chichester in their semi-final, and boss Ben Smith gives a frank and honest appraisal of that performance and the season as a whole after they missed out on promotion. Two levels down, Staplehurst Monarchs have booked their spot in the SCEFL Division One play-off final and their manager Paul Atkins discusses their win, looks ahead to the final and reflects on the progress the club have made. It was defeat for Rochester United against the Monarchs and we hear from their boss Matt Hume after the final whistle, discussing his disappointment, his views on the play-offs and why he loves being at the club. Ebbsfleet United are still celebrating their safety and manager Danny Searle explains what tweaks he made when he came in, discusses their retained list and his early plans for next season. There's all the rest of the news from an incredible week of play-off action, including the surprise results in the SCEFL Premier Division, Bromley booking a Wembley date and the end of the road for Maidstone United. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Staying ups and going downs are our main focus this week as the National League and National League South seasons draw to a close - with Ebbsfleet pulling off their escape. We dissect that result and where they go next, as well as looking ahead to Bromley's play-off clash at the other end of the table. Margate are all-but relegated after Cheshunt's win on Tuesday night, and Gate player-coach Ben Greenhalgh discusses their drop into the Isthmian South East, the lack of a new manager bounce and his day job with Dartford's academy. We know the four teams who will be in the first-ever SCEFL play-offs - although not the order yet - and Corinthian boss Michael Golding looks ahead to the semi-finals, insists his side are still the underdogs and reflects on the season as a whole. We discuss the National League and their play-off fun and games, as well as the disgraceful decision to scrap FA Cup replays. There's all the rest of the chat and nonsense too, including Peter Kay, hibernation and Neighbours. Lots about Neighbours. We don't even script those bits... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A bumper show this week as we look ahead to the massive showdown at the bottom as the National League season reaches its finale this weekend. Ebbsfleet must avoid defeat to be assured of survival as they go to Boreham Wood - and we also look ahead to the final weekend in National League South as Dover and Dartford say goodbye - we discuss where it's all gone wrong for the Darts. The title race in the Isthmian League South East took a potentially final twist as it was all square between Ramsgate and Cray Valley PM - we hear from both managers in that game as Ramsgate's Ben Smith admits his side are behind the eight ball now, while Steve McKimm admits he expects his side to go all the way from here. We also discuss Deal's delight at winning the SCEFL, the malaise at Margate and the new manager at Hythe Town. Plus we talk Wonka, beer fridges, basements and a long-awaited night out... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Four interviews for you to enjoy this week as we look ahead to a huge game and reflect on another busy week. It's all eyes on Southwood this weekend as Ramsgate host Cray Valley PM in a potentially decisive clash at the top of Isthmian League South East - Millers boss Steve McKimm looks ahead to that match and reflects on their amazing season so far, including that 100% away winning record which is on the line on Saturday. Deal Town are just a win away from a title win of their own, but it was defeat for them on Saturday at Tunbridge Wells - boss Steve King looks back at that defeat and reflects on the rest of the season so far as his side wait to get over the line. Wells boss Steve Ives also speaks after that match at the Culverden as he comes to the end of his first campaign at the helm, discussing his side's progress and the challenges off the pitch at the club. And after some high-profile incidents involving referees, we hear from the Kent FA's Referee Development Lead Nick Dunn about the difficulties match officials face, but why the picture in the county is actually very healthy. Plus there's all the rest of the news from across the county and some of the usual chat and nonsense, including watching films over and over again... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're well and truly into the business end of the season now, with the first piece of silverware handed out and our first relegation of the season confirmed. That silverware was won by Erith Town, the champions of the SCEFL Challenge Cup and their boss Adam Woodward reflects on that win, how he hopes it can be the catalyst for more success and dedicates the glory to his family. The Dockers beat Corinthian in that final on penalties and boss Michael Golding reflects on that defeat, discusses their play-off hopes and his long-serving captain's great form this season. We discuss what's next for Dover after their drop into the Isthmian League was confirmed, and we hear from the man whose side put the final nail in the Whites' coffin, Welling boss Rod Stringer, who discusses his side's turnaround, losing his key striker and his hopes for the future at Park View Road. There's a managerial exit to discuss and all the rest of the action from a packed Easter weekend. Plus we talk Wikipedia pages, Easter holidays and more besides - and if you enjoy the show, please leave us a review and tell all your friends about it too! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's been another huge week in the world of Kent Non-League football and we're here with a packed show to discuss all the goings on and more besides. The battle at the foot of the National League remains incredibly tight - but Ebbsfleet have got themselves into a good position with some decent results. Fleet CEO Damian Irvine discusses that battle, the late call-off at Halifax and the decision to make a change of manager in January. While Ebbsfleet are desperate to stay out of National League South, neighbours Dartford are hoping to stay in it - defender Paul Rooney reflects on their weekend draw with Hampton & Richmond and discusses the impact of new manager Adrian Pennock. Also hoping to be in National League South next season are Chatham, who are chasing a third successive promotion and boss Kevin Hake looks ahead to what could be another special six weeks at his club. We've got the shock managerial change at Glebe and discuss refereeing, new leaders in the SCEFL and lots more besides as we get ready for a huge weekend of football. And we talk MC Hammer, vaping, Taskmaster and loads more besides. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Another big week for our teams and we've got two interviews for your enjoyment. Glebe still sit at the summit of the SCEFL and face second-placed Deal this weekend, who have seven games in hand. Joint-boss Craig Nelson discusses the trip to the Charles Ground, their continued good form this season and changing penalty takers. There's been a change of manager at Ashford as Kevin Watson is replaced by Alan Walker on an interim basis - and Walker's new assistant Darren Hare discusses what tempted him to take on the challenge, the future at Homelands and their first game in charge. We pay tribute to Dartford co-chairman Dave Skinner and discuss the battle at the foot of the National League South, where Dover could go down this weekend. And we've got all the rest of the news from across the county and the usual chat and nonsense, including bird poo, massive strawberries, paper planes and FPP. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's another busy show this week with three interviews despite a virtual midweek washout. We hear from bosses at both ends of the Isthmian League South East after they did battle at the weekend - Beckenham's Darren Anslow discusses their plight at the foot of the table, conceding late goals and his belief they can get out of their predicament, while Ramsgate manager Ben Smith reflects on the title race, his side coming from 2-0 down to beat Becks and his new signings. Bromley have reached the last four of the FA Trophy once again, and their manager Andy Woodman discusses that win, the push for the play-offs and how the club has progressed as he nears three years in charge. We've got all the rest of the news from across the county including the National League South relegation fight, Deal's penalty heartbreak and Matt's fence-sitting masterclass on Maidstone's promotion hopes. And there's all the rest of the usual chat and nonsense, this week including gig tickets, Wetherspoons, cat tunnels and more besides. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A massive weekend ahead for Deal Town as they head to Lincoln for their FA Vase quarter-final clash - manager Steve King looks ahead to that tie and discusses challenging on two fronts, staying focused and his hopes for the rest of the season. Dartford have a new boss, and Adrian Pennock is that man - he tells us about what tempted him to return to the National League South after almost 20 years away, and the challenge ahead as he looks to steer his new side away from danger. Dover were beaten again but boss Jake Leberl tries to take the positives from his young side's endeavours - and we discuss the issues facing the Whites away from the pitch as they look to get the whole club back on track. There's all the rest of the news from across the county, including the end of Cray Valley's unbeaten record in unfathomable fashion and battles at the top and bottom in all of our divisions. And we talk spilling things, Gladiators, international managers and loads more besides. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Another huge week in the county's non-league scene and we've got three interviews for your listening pleasure. Hollands & Blair hit 10 in their win over Welling Town and boss Luke Jessup was understandably thrilled - he tells us about that win, the competition for places, playing the right way and his hopes for the future. Visiting chairman/manager Kevin Oakes is joined by new assistant boss Bill Reynolds to discuss their heavy defeat, how they plan to bounce back and their plans after announcing a move to K Sports. Dartford groundsman Jay Berkhauer tells us that clubs need to invest in their grass pitches to keep getting games on rather than just defaulting to 3G - and explains the difficulties of another wet winter. And Nick and Cian Morgan are back with their account of Maidstone's FA Cup fifth round tie at Coventry. Plus all the rest of the news from across the county and the usual rubbish, including school PCs, leap years, Fraiser and loads more besides. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We are back after our week off and there's loads to dissect after a massive couple of weeks on and off the pitch! Radio Wings' Nigel Jones joins us to discuss the news that Welling United are set to move for a groundshare at Tonbridge Angels while work goes on at Park View Road, looking at what this all means for the club and their fans, who are facing a 55-mile round trip to home games. Sittingbourne had a much longer trip than that on Tuesday night, but it was a wasted one as their clash at Littlehampton was called off 40 minutes before the start - boss Ryan Maxwell discusses that call off, his solution to prevent these from happening and the push for promotion from the Isthmian South East. It's mighty tight at the top of the SCEFL and we hear from two of the promotion contenders - Bearsted boss Kev Stevens talks about their growth this season and the advantage of having a player with the X Factor, while Corinthian boss Michael Golding discusses their good form and how he's got his enjoyment for the game back. We reflect on Deal's FA Vase progress and the rest of the news and moves from across the county, plus there's some of the usual chat and nonsense, including the Banana Sandwich crew, trigger warnings, Victoria Sponge and loads more besides. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Another busy week in the county, and we've got three interviews for you to enjoy as well as some, ahem, blinding chat. Deal Town are the last men standing in the FA Vase from Kent and boss Steve King looks ahead to their trip west to Bridgwater and discusses the SCEFL title race as things really start to heat up. Cray Wanderers have moved clear of the drop zone after a good run of form - and their new stadium has played host to its first game of football too, so with things really looking up for the club, manager Neil Smith fills us in on the latest on the stadium, his frustration at the season so far and his hopes for the new era. Welling are three unbeaten, and although he wasn't hugely happy with their performance against Taunton, defender Joe Ellul is confident new boss Rod Stringer can keep the Wings up. There's all the rest of the news from across the county and loads of chat and nonsense, including eye tests and loads of self-doubt... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In case you've not heard, we have a team in the fifth round of the FA Cup! So no surprise that it's Maidstone United who lead the way this week. Fan Nick Morgan and his son Kian recorded their thoughts as the day went along, and you can hear the emotions of that incredible high from the stands at Portman Road. And Stones co-owner Oliver Ash also joins us to discuss the impact of that amazing win by the history makers at Ipswich. Away from the cup, Dartford have Tony Burman back in the dugout and he reflects on his first game in back in charge - a 1-0 loss to Weymouth - and the latest on the club's search for a new manager. There's also been a change of manager at Welling, and we discuss the decision to replace Danny Bloor with Rod Stringer. There's also a vacancy at Ebbsfleet United, so that's up for discussion, as is a week where late drama took centre stage in the SCEFL. All that and more, including verbs, adjectives and nouns and Matt's outstanding bid to be a hit in the Dull Men's Club... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Another packed show this week with four interesting interviews to whet your whistle ahead of a busy weekend. Top billing, of course, goes to Maidstone United, who head to Ipswich in the FA Cup Fourth Round. Their skipper Gavin Hoyte tells us what it means to them to have made the last 32, the renaissance of the club and looks ahead to the trip to Portman Road. Former Maidstone boss Jay Saunders sends them his good wishes too, and also discusses his current side Tonbridge Angels, who won 2-1 at Dover on Tuesday night, with the Angels gaffer hoping for more luck in front of goal as he eyes a push towards the play-off spots. Sutton Athletic have a new manager, and at just 23 years old, Ryan Huckle has been handed the opportunity - he tells us about how he feels he's ready for the opportunity, his hopes for progression with Athletic and the challenges he has already faced in his football career. Margate's wait for a win goes on, and boss Mark Stimson admits it has been tough trying to bring new blood into his faltering team. There's all the rest of the news from across the county and the usual chat and nonsense, which this week includes pogo sticks, electric blankets and a TV programme so good Matt can't even remember what it's called... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The weather tried to get in the way but we still have some top content for you this week after another busy week across the county. Hythe Town forward Jake Embery reflects on his side's FA Trophy defeat to Chorley and the task ahead as they start to play catch up on the teams above them in the race for the Isthmian League South East play-offs. Lordswood are starting to find their feet under new boss Nicky Southall in the SCEFL,and the former Gillingham and Bolton midfielder discusses the start of his reign, the tweaks he has made and the future at the club. Dartford had a wasted trip out west after their game at Truro was called off an hour before kick-off - we discuss that and their hunt for a new manager after parting company with Alan Dowson last week. There's all the rest of the news from across the county and the usual chat and nonsense which includes this week swearing, salt, expensive wine, Gladiators and more besides. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Another packed show this week with a quartet of interviews from across the pyramid for you to enjoy. Top billing, of course, goes to FA Cup heroes Maidstone United, and their defender George Fowler discusses their win over Stevenage that booked their spot in the fourth round for the first time in the club's history. There was a much-needed win for Ebbsfleet United as they beat Wealdstone to boost their battle against the drop - we hear from goalkeeper Mark Cousins on that win, his clean sheet, the challenges his side have faced this season and his recent goalscoring effort. Faversham Town have a new manager in Tommy Warrilow and he tells us why it was the right time for him to return to the fold after his appointment, and we also chat to Kennington boss Dan Scorer as his side celebrate back-to-back wins as they regroup following a tumultuous start to the season. We've got all the rest of the news from across the county and all the usual chat and nonsense too, including Yorkie bars, parenting girls, Gladiators, Fool Me Once and loads more besides. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Our first show of 2024 is a bumper one with no fewer than six interviews for you to enjoy after a busy festive period across the pyramid. We get reaction from Sammy Moore to what proved to be his final game in charge of Faversham Town, and discuss the decision to part with him and where the Lilywhites go next. We hear from Deal boss Steve King after his side made it 10 wins on the spin with that victory at Salters Lane, and he discusses the winning mentality in his team and how he hopes they can continue. Cray Valley PM are still unbeaten in Isthmian League South East after their 1-0 win at Sevenoaks on New Year's Day, and boss Steve McKimm reflects on that victory, a busy month ahead and a tough trip this weekend, while Oaks assistant boss Adam Flemming tries to take the positives after a second late defeat in three days for his side. Another New Year's Day derby saw Andy Drury return to Margate as Folkestone manager and leave with three points - the Invicta boss talks us through his much-needed victory, the stick from Gate fans and his hopes for 2024. Margate, though, are 11 without a win and their boss Mark Stimson reflects on the loss, praises the supporters and admits he needs to shake up his squad. We go through all the rest of the results over Christmas and New Year and look ahead to Maidstone's FA Cup tie this weekend. And we squeeze in some of the usual chat too, including the darts, weddings, Slow Horses and global warming. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's our final show of 2023 as we take a well-earned break over the festive period - but we go out for the year with a pair of interesting chats. It was a goalless start to life in the Crabble hotseat for Jake Leberl - but with a first clean sheet in 254 days, he and Matt hope it could be the start of a turnaround. In the SCEFL, Bearsted are up to eighth after a 3-2 win over Erith Town and their boss Kevin Stevens talks us through that win, mixing it with the SCEFL big boys and why he's still going strong with more than 400 games in charge under his belt. We've got all the rest of the news from across the county, including the new manager at Lordswood, and a look ahead to the festive fixtures and some questionable scheduling across the board... Plus we talk Andre Braugher, Question of Sport and Christmas plans. Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to you all - we'll be back in 2024! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.