Soccer Shorts: Darts sign Cable on loan from Thamesmead

www.kentishfootball.co.uk brings you news snippets from Dover Athletic, Dartford, Ramsgate, Maidstone United, Tonbridge Angels, Tunbridge Wells and Deal Town.

With strikers James Dryden, Frannie Collin (ex-Gillingham) and Mark Lovell (signed from Sittingbourne), ahead of him in the pecking order, it appears that former Sittingbourne striker Bradley Spice has played his last game for Dover Athletic.

“Brad has notified the Dover secretary that he won’t be returning,” mother Tania, whose on the committee at Sittingbourne, told www.sittingbournefc.co.uk.

She added: “Since the end of last season he has been approached by a number of clubs and is considering his options.”

Meanwhile, Dover Athletic have published the audio of Thursday night’s meet-the manager event at Crabble, where fans ask questions to chairman Jim Parmenter, new player-boss, Andy Hessenthaler and assistant manager Darren Hare - visit www.doverathletic.com.

And another striker, Rikki Cable, 21, has signed on loan with Ryman League Division One North side Dartford.

Boss Tony Burman told www.dartfordfootballclub.co.uk: “I can confirm to you that Rikki Cable, who is under contract with Thamesmead Town will be joining Dartford on loan with a view to a permanent move.

“Rikki who can play up front or on either wing, is a very good prospect, and has found the net on a regular basis for Thamesmead.

“He is 21 years of age, and wants to play at a higher level and I have no doubt that he will get his chance with Dartford.”

Ramsgate insist defender Will Graham will be playing for them next season.

The former Margate and Dover Athletic reserve team player, has earned rave reviews following his performances for the Rams last season and has been subject to speculation with a move to three east Kent clubs.

But a statement issued by the Ryman Premier League club on www.ramsgate-fc.co.uk , said: “The truth is Will Graham has always been under contract for the new season and he has a year left on his current contract - he is on the retained list.

“Furthermore, as Will is under contact, it will be the club that reject offers, and not Will.”

Alan Walker’s MRI scan last Tuesday has shown his operation has been a complete success.

The verdict has given the joint Maidstone United boss a lot of hope for the future and his surgeon is expecting him to make a good recovery. He is now waiting on a transfer to a specialist unit in England.

Alan Walker, who suffered a freak training ground injury in Belfast, has given an interview to www.maidstoneunited.co.uk.

www.kentishfootball.co.uk are delighted to hear this news and wish him a speedy recovery.

Tonbridge Angels have invited players to attend pre-season training to try to get into their reserve and youth sides next season.

The Ryman Premier League club’s second string play in the Suburban League, whilst their under 18's have been accpeted into the newly formed Ryman Youth League.

Players are asked to meet at the area in front of the Betterview Longmead Stadium in Darenth Road, Tonbridge at 7:15pm on Thursday, 12^th July as the session will take place on the adjacent Tonbridge Farm playing fields.

“We are also looking for new players for the Ryman Youth League side,” club secretary Mr Charlie Cole told www.tonbridgeafc.co.uk/forum.

"So if you wish to be considered for this team please meet Julian Leigh for this first training session.”

And neighbouring Kent League side Tunbridge Wells are inviting players for their first pre-season training session next Saturday, 30th June (10:30am).

“Pre-season this season will be for the entire set-up, the firsts, reserves and under 18’s will all be starting the pre-season at the club on Saturday, 30^th June, from 10:30am” said Mike Robbins, the club’s newly appointed reserve team manager.

“They will do everything together, under the watchful eye of up to ten coaches,” he told www.tunbridgewellsfc.co.uk.

Ashford resident Robbins, whose recent clubs include Ashford Town, Hythe Town and Rye United, revealed the Wells will be playing in the Kent League Floodlight Trophy next season.

He said: “This could give us up two ten extra games and are generally evening kick-off’s.

“We already have had many of last year’s youths and reserves contact us, and we have already started some very good young players, so already, things are going well.”

Players can contact Robbins by visiting the “Reserves” section on www.tunbridgewellsfc.co.uk.

Kent League club Deal Town are looking to recruit cheerleaders for next season.

They are looking for boys and girls between the ages of 14 and 18. If anyone is interested, please contact Emma on 01304 369879 or 07837 471908 - mentioning www.kentishfootball.co.uk when making contact.

Meanwhile, the Charles Sports Ground, is starting to take shape for the new season.

The old PA shed has been removed, the entrance has been improved and the proposed cladding work is underway.

The club shop has had a much needed facelift, and plans are being drawn for the new stand behind the St Leonards Road goal, along with the new proposed turnstile at the Mill Road gate.

Ryman Premier League newcomers Maidstone United - like their neighbouring rivals Tonbridge Angels - have been accepted into the Ryman Youth League next season.

“Maidstone United’s under 18’s are also interested in players that would like the opportunity to step-up and play football at the next level,” manager Tony Cornwell told www.kentishfootball.co.uk.

Tony can be contacted on 07708 202 743 - please mention www.kentishfootball.co.uk when making contact.