Of interest to both new and old supporters alike, will be our Secretary Martin Giles' new column 'The Walton Years' which can be found under the section 'Secretary's Diary.'

Full end of season awards 2008/9

Dave Clapson Award - Services to the Club - Tony Zapp

Chairman's Award - Paul Fisk

Golden Boot - Dave Cook (19 goals)

Supporter's Player - Pat Kingwell

Herald Trophy (Most MOM's) - Pat Kingwell

1st Team Player's Player - Pat Kingwell

1st Team Manager's Player - Tom Adlington

Reserves Player's Player - Joe Bullard

Reserves Manager's Player - Jon Sparks

29/06/09: Press Release

Hythe Town Football Club is delighted to announce that the clubs new sponsors for the 2009/2010 season are Westbourne Hygiene. 

Bradley Wetzel, Managing Director of long established local company Westbourne Hygiene said, “We have supported Hythe Town FC over the last two seasons and we are delighted to be backing the club as main sponsor for another push on promotion this coming season. Hythe Town FC has real potential and we believe could compete at a higher level, I want to help them realise this ambition.”

Hythe Town Chairman Paul Markland said, “I was delighted when Bradley and Graham at Westbourne suggested becoming our main sponsors for next season. As a club we have never spent money we haven’t got so we are in a sound financial position, seemingly a rarity on the current Kent football scene. Next season, thanks to the support of Westbourne Hygiene, we are aiming to go one better than last year’s runners-up spot.”

Hythe Town narrowly missed promotion to the Ryman South League by just four points. The club’s Reachfields Stadium achieved the Ryman ground grading status in spring 2008 and Hythe Town signed a new 15 year lease on it earlier this year.

Hythe Town’s two other sponsors, Red Eagle Recruitment of Folkestone and KC Waste management based at Lympne Industrial Park have also renewed their support for 2009/10. 

21/05/09: Kingwell clears up at end of season awards/Pre-Season fixtures announced/Goodbye to two friends.............

Pat Kingwell cleared up with three of the four first team awards at last Saturday's end of season presentation night. Kingwell (left) walked away with the players, supporters, and local newspapers vote for the most influential player of the season. Captain Tom Adlington's consistent season at right-back was recognised with the Managers award, full results can be found to the right.

In other news, all at Hythe Town Football Club bid a fond farewell to Buster Smissen and Dale Skelton. After several years service Buster and Skelts have decided to make a fresh start, joining ex-Hythe assistant manager Justin Luchford at Faversham FC. We wish them both good luck and thank them for their efforts over the last few seasons, in particular Buster's 47 goal season two years ago that will live long in the memory of the Hythe supporters. Both players will be missed both on and off the pitch.

Finally, Hythe's pre-season fixtures have been announced as follows:-

Saturday 18th July - Hollands and Blair - Away - 2.30pm

Tuesday 21st July - Lydd Town - Away - 7pm

Saturday 25th July - Sittingbourne - Away - 3pm

Monday 27th July - Ramsgate - Away - 7.45pm

Thursday 30th July - Hythe XI v New Romney - Home - 7.45pm

Saturday 1st August - Rye United - Home - 3pm

Tuesday 4th August - Westfield - Home - 7.45pm 

Key duo sign for 2009/10 season....

New Hythe Town Manager Scott Porter is delighted to announce that two of last seasons key performers, Midfielder and top scorer Dave Cook, and the versatile Pat Kingwell have turned down advances from clubs of a higher level to remain at Reachfields for the 2009/10 season. Porter intends to build his team around these two key individuals and is hopeful of announcing three of four new signings in the build up to pre-season.   

30/04/09: Paul Fisk leaves Hythe Town FC.............

Long serving Hythe Town Football Club Manager Paul Fisk has stepped down from the post in order to focus his time on his wife Pam who is very ill. 

The club have moved quickly to promote Assistant Manager Scott Porter, 30, to the top role, an appointment that will surprise many. The club's number three, former Bromley Green Manager Clive Cook moves up to Assistant Manager. Ex-Wimbledon, Ashford, and Hythe Town player Ian Ross rejoins as coach.

Hythe Town Chairman Paul Markland said, 'Everyone at the club fully sympathises with Paul and understands that football cannot be his priority at the moment. Our thoughts are with Pam and Paul. I would like to thank him, both personally and on behalf of the club, for everything he has done to move Hythe Town FC forward to the strong position we are in today. It is quite remarkable that despite his wife's illness, and our top striker, Buster Smissen, being out with injury most of the season, Paul has led the club to its highest finishing position since 1988. Until recently Pam has been a key member of our match day support team. Paul, Pam and their family will always be welcome at Reachfields.'

'Scott Porter has asked for the opportunity to prove to himself and us that he is up to the challenge. I believe in giving people a chance and the Board have backed me. Scott is a young manager and has impressed us with his plans, and he has promised to tone down his well known 'touchline enthusiasm!' Clive adds the experience.'

'Clearly we want to go one better than Kent League runners up, itself our highest finish for many years. The new management team will use the close season to build on the excellent foundations we already have in place in order to move the club up yet another notch.'

FULL MATCH REPORT NOW AVAILABLE UNDER 'REPORTS'...........

FINAL SCORE - SLADE GREEN 2 HYTHE TOWN - 5

FULL MATCH REPORT NOW AVAILABLE UNDER 'REPORTS'...............

FINAL SCORE - HYTHE TOWN - 1 - HOLMESDALE 1

Two errors gifted VCD the goals to take our title rivals above us and into the top spot with only two games to play of this dramatic Kent League season. Hythe must now win their remaining games this season and hope that VCD slip up by dropping points in any manner against Deal or Norton Sports. If Hythe can do the business against Holmesdale this Saturday, then the top two will go into a dramatic final day title decider - the rules for a Hythe title win simply being Hythe must gain more points at Slade Green than VCD gain at Norton Sports.  

MAN OF THE MATCH - PAT KINGWELL - FULL MATCH REPORT NOW AVAILABLE UNDER 'REPORTS'...............

FINAL SCORE - HYTHE TOWN - 0 - VCD ATHLETIC 2

An early strike from Gary Mickelborough was all it took for Hythe to secure the three points at Reachfields. Attention will now turn to the results of VCD and Holmesdale ahead of the six days that will most probably decide the fate of the Kent League title - as Hythe's closest rivals come to Reachfields in succession for the two biggest games of the season. 

FULL MATCH REPORT NOW AVAILABLE UNDER 'REPORTS'...............

FINAL SCORE - HYTHE TOWN - 1 - BECKENHAM TOWN 0

Hythe got back to winning ways on Tuesday night, defeating Tunbridge Wells with goals from Lee Winfield and Mo Takaloo.

FULL MATCH REPORT NOW AVAILABLE UNDER 'REPORTS'..................

FINAL SCORE - TUNBRIDGE WELLS 1 - HYTHE TOWN - 2

Hythe received a blow to their title aspirations as a spirited Greenwich Borough rode their luck on their visit to Reachfields. Although Hythe were guilty of poor defending in the lead-up for both goals and were not at their fluent best, the home side still hit the woodwork on three occasions and forced the Greenwich Borough keeper into a succession of fine saves. Paul Fisk's men will look to get back on track at Tunbridge Wells on Tuesday night, a game now even more vital than before. 

FULL MATCH REPORT NOW AVAILABLE UNDER 'REPORTS' ........

FINAL SCORE - HYTHE TOWN 0 - GREENWICH BOROUGH - 2

Hythe are out of the League Cup at the semi-final stage after a dramatic fightback from Erith Town that matched Hythe's 1st leg performance to bring the score to 4-4 on aggregate. A tense extra-time for both sides saw Erith lead 5-4, before Hythe came centimetres away from a dramatic winner on away-goals - as in the last minute of extra-time Dave Cook watched his goal-bound header acrobatically cleared from beneath the crossbar. 

FULL MATCH REPORT NOW AVAILABLE UNDER 'REPORTS' ........

FINAL SCORE - ERITH TOWN 4 - HYTHE TOWN - 1 (AET - 5-4 AGG)

Gary Mickelborough struck a well deserved brace that capped a very professional display from Paul Fisk's men to maintain their lead at the top of the Kent League Premier Division. The entire defence did themselves proud for the visitors as Erith and Belverdere struggled to force Paul Hyde into a meaningful save. With Lee Winfield pulling the strings in the centre of the park, Hythe were in complete control from start to finish in a calm and composed display.........FULL MATCH REPORT NOW AVAILABLE UNDER 'REPORTS' ........

FINAL SCORE - ERITH AND BELVERDERE 0 - HYTHE TOWN - 2

Just three days separated Hythe Town and Erith Town's league game and the 1st leg of this League Cup semi-final. Hythe were frustrated on Saturday as they failed to gain a winner in a fruitless second period that didn't contain much football. The second half on Tuesday night was far more eventful for the hosts as Hythe came out following the interval 1-0 down to another outstanding Marcus Cassius strike. What followed was Hythe back to their best as Dave Cook smashed home off the underside of the bar, and Mo Takaloo produced a typical poachers finish to turn the game on it's head. The icing on the cake was a stunning Buster Smissen strike, his third in four games since returning from injury, that gave Hythe the advantage heading into the second leg.........FULL MATCH REPORT NOW AVAILABLE UNDER 'REPORTS' ........

FINAL SCORE - HYTHE TOWN 3 - ERITH TOWN - 1

A hard fought game at Reachfields saw a rare stalemate occur for the Kent League leaders. The division's top scorer Marcus Cassius opened the scoring mid-way through the first half with his 28th goal of the season, before Lee Winfield curled home a free-kick before half-time to bring the hosts level. With potentially three Golden Boot winners on the pitch it was the defensive players on both sides that had to be on their game in a tight second period, which saw more injuries, cards, and tough tackles than shots on goal. Erith Town did impress to the extent that made this a point Hythe were pleased with, we should have an interesting two legs of semi-final action to follow in the next fortnight......FULL MATCH REPORT NOW AVAILABLE UNDER 'REPORTS' ........

FINAL SCORE - HYTHE TOWN 1 - ERITH TOWN - 1

It was the sight that Hythe supporters have waited to see, Buster Smissen and Mo Takaloo scoring in the same game. However the circumstances were not ideal as Hythe squandered the early lead given to them by Takaloo, and watched Smissen score what turned out to be only a consolation goal. A Sevenoaks side full of purpose came from behind to lead at half-time, survived a missed Lee Winfield penalty-kick, before securing the points with a third goal. Hythe fought back to score that second goal through Smissen but it was too little too late for the league leaders. FULL MATCH REPORT NOW AVAILABLE UNDER 'REPORTS' ........

FINAL SCORE - SEVENOAKS TOWN 3 - HYTHE TOWN 2

The 'In for a Quid' scheme was declared a complete success as Hythe more than doubled the total attendance figure for Kent League games today with a fantastic 320 coming through the turnstiles. Interestingly, the attendance was only beaten by one game in the Ryman League Southern Division that Hythe are looking to win promotion into! The icing on the cake was of course events on the pitch with Hythe securing the points via Ben Sly and Buster Smissen strikes. With Holmesdale crashing to defeat at Norton Sports, Hythe moved clear at the top with a four point cushion. FULL MATCH REPORT NOW AVAILABLE UNDER 'REPORTS' ........

FINAL SCORE - HYTHE TOWN 2 - TUNBRIDGE WELLS 0

We had the setback at Deal in February but other than that it was all rosy, with wins in the league against Croydon, Herne Bay and Slade Green. Pat Kingwell, a threat for most of the season up front, moved back to central defence as injuries hit. Those who have seen him in this position before will have had no concerns and, sure enough, he put in a succession of masterful performances at the heart of an overall solid defence, which conceded only two goals in the four games. So, a worthy recipient of the February award. 

Read Paul Fisk's thoughts on recent events under 'Fisky's Facts', and the latest chapters of the 'Walton Years' can now be found under 'Secretary's Diary'.................

On Saturday March 7th we will be introducing our 'In for a Quid' initiative. Entry to the home game against Tunbridge Wells will cost £1. Club Secretary Martin Giles said "We are hoping to draw anything up to 300 spectators to the match as part of our build-up towards greater support and sponsorship. Whilst we are looking to attract local support, visiting supporters from the Wells or anywhere else will get the benefit. We are encouraging everyone to pay, including our own pass and season ticket holders, but we will honour any visitor passes which are presented."

Second half goals from Mo Takaloo, Jason Brazier, and Roy Guiver made sure that Hythe banked three points from their 'game in hand' over Holmesdale, and returned to the top of the Kent League. Inspired by a Man of the Match performance from Lee Winfield and the return of Golden Boot holder Buster Smissen from long-term injury, the home crowd were rewarded for their patience with an excellent second half display to secure the points. FULL MATCH REPORT NOW AVAILABLE UNDER 'REPORTS'......

FINAL SCORE - HYTHE TOWN 3 - SLADE GREEN 0

Hythe will look to bounce back to the top of the table this Saturday, when they face Slade Green at home in their game in hand over new league leaders Holmesdale. Defeat came in the midweek clash against local rivals Deal Town who ground out an impressive 1-0 over their neighbours, playing most of the game with ten men. A frustrating night was not made any easier by key men Dale Skelton, Gavin Ransley, and Gary Mickelborough being unavailable, injured, or suspended - however nobody was offering that as an excuse in the Hythe camp as congratulations were offered to our highly competitive hosts. FULL MATCH REPORT NOW AVAILABLE UNDER 'REPORTS'.....

FINAL SCORE - DEAL TOWN 1 - HYTHE TOWN 0

Guiver shines and Takaloo makes it three in three! ........

Hythe bounced back from being behind by a goal at half-time with an outstanding second-half performance that saw Paul Fisk's side hit the net five times. Roy Guiver started the game up front but was soon showing his versatility dropping into defence for the injured Gavin Ransley, yet still scoring Hythe's first and final goals of the evening. In-between was an excellent brace for substitute Gary Mickelborough and Mo Takaloo's third goal in as many games.   FULL MATCH REPORT NOW AVAILABLE UNDER 'REPORTS'........

FINAL SCORE - HYTHE TOWN 5 - HERNE BAY 1

This Tuesday the First Team have a vital Kent League Home clash with local rivals Herne Bay and the following night the reserves face a visit to Dover at Crabble in our always entertaining Floodlight Trophy encounters. Please make the effort to come along and cheer the lads on, and bring a mate along for a pint - both sides are enjoying excellent seasons!

A match report is now available for Saturday's First Team victory over Croydon, and can be found under the 'Reports' section. You can also find Paul Fisk's latest thoughts on the First Team's progress under 'Fisky's Facts', and the latest two chapters of the 'Walton Years' can be found in the usual place or under 'Secretary's Diary.' Finally our 'Reserves' results section is right up to date (goalscorer info to follow shortly), with a full statistics section for both sides coming soon....... 

There was no love lost on Valentines Day as Hythe ground out an excellent 1-0 win against an improved Croydon side. Mo Takaloo scored the winner with his second goal in as many games - Pat Kingwell and Gavin Ransley produced excellent performances at centre-back to secure Hythe a clean sheet and the three points.   FULL MATCH REPORT NOW AVAILABLE UNDER 'REPORTS'........

FINAL SCORE - HYTHE TOWN 1 - CROYDON ATHLETIC 0

A brace of fine goals, and a man of the match display from Jason Brazier was at the centre of an excellent Hythe performance that ensured a smooth passage into the League Cup Semi-Finals. Gary Mickelborough marked an outstanding first half display with a goal, and Mo Takaloo put the icing on the cake with a goal on debut to round off an outstanding afternoon for the visitors   FULL MATCH REPORT NOW AVAILABLE UNDER 'REPORTS'........

FINAL SCORE - SLADE GREEN 0 - HYTHE TOWN 4 (AGG - 1-6)

Speaking on behalf of the club, Secretary Martin Giles said - 'The time is now right to ask those who express an interest to turn up regularly at home games.' Mr Giles said - 'Of course times are difficult, but by trying to win the league and gaining promotion, we are offering an alternative to sitting around and getting depressed! Our sponsors have been a great help to the club, the latest addition being Westbourne Hygiene who have enabled us to sign Mo Takaloo.' 

Outstanding strikes from Dave Cook and Ben Sly gave Hythe the advantage in the first leg of this League Cup quarter final. Even after just a few weeks, it is clear that Martin Ford's return to the Kent League has already had a positive impact on Slade Green. The visitors delivered an excellent ninety minute performance and were probably worthy of their goal. Hythe finished strongly and should have restored their two goal advantage, but will now have to wait for Saturday's second leg to resume battle. All in all an excellent game for the neutral down at Reachfields. FULL MATCH REPORT NOW AVAILABLE UNDER 'REPORTS'

FINAL SCORE - HYTHE TOWN 2 - SLADE GREEN 1

Well done to Dave Johncock's Reserves side who moved top of the Kent League Division Two with an excellent 3-0 win over Tunbridge Wells. The absence of a First Team fixture allowed many to cheer on the second side at Reachfields, to a victory made all the more impressive as it was achieved with ten men. 

After Tunbridge Wells failed to convert some good early chances, it was actually a harsh red card for a tackle by Alex Hoyland that turned the game in Hythe's favour. The injustice of the decision seemed to motivate Hythe into being the stronger team for the rest of the afternoon, even with the ten man disadvantage. The goals all came in the second half opening with a penalty won by Luke Giles and converted by Karl Barron, followed by an excellent strike from Scott Bouvier and a second from Barron.

FINAL SCORE - HYTHE TOWN RES 3 - TUNBRIDGE WELLS RES 0

Following his release from Margate FC, Hythe Town fended off interest from neighbours Folkestone Invicta to capture the 29 year old former Maidstone and Ramsgate striker. With the club currently top of the Kent League, the signing is a clear indication to supporters that the club wish to push on and hopefully secure a promotion spot.

Takaloo has the unique record of winning both the Kent League Championship and Kent League Golden Boot Award in two different seasons for two different clubs. Town Secretary Martin Giles paid tribute to the clubs sponsors, especially 'Westbourne Hygiene' who have helped make this signing possible. Takaloo immediately goes into the squad for Saturdays crucial top of the table clash at Tunbridge Wells.

Additionally, the club has placed a 7 day notice of approach for local man Roy Guiver currently of Faversham Town FC.     

Dave Cook scored Hythe's consolation goal as they were defeated away from home by Erith Town. Despite hitting the woodwork twice and having a definite penalty not given - the real reason behind Hythe's defeat was there poor defending against the most in-form striker in the league. Marcus Cassius was the star of the show as he scored a hat-trick to take him to a tally of nineteen goals for the season. FULL MATCH REPORT NOW AVAILABLE UNDER 'REPORTS'..............

FINAL SCORE - ERITH TOWN 4 - HYTHE TOWN 1

Congratulations to Paul Fisk and his 1st Team squad for securing the Molten Golden Ball award for the third time this season. The award is for the highest amount of goals scored in Kent League fixtures during the month of December. 

The Premier Division Cup Quarter Final 1st Leg v Slade Green was postponed due to a frozen pitch. The rearranged date for the game is Tuesday 20th January, kick off 7.45pm. The First Team recorded a 2-1 friendly victory over Canterbury City in a replacement midweek fixture.

We have now reached part 12 of secretary Martin Giles' column the 'Walton Years', which can be found via the shortcut down the left-hand side of the home page

For those of you looking to support the 1st Team's League and League Cup challenge on the road in the coming weeks, you can find up to date directions to Erith Town, Tunbridge Wells, Slade Green, and Sevenoaks Town under the 'Away Travel' section.

Check back to this website in the near future for updates on the Reserves progress, and our new Statistics page.

Well known and liked around Reachfields, and at many clubs throughout the South-East. Players, Supporters, and Officials from both clubs observed a minutes silence before our home game against Norton Sports. Jim's funeral took place at St Michael’s Church in Hythe, on Friday January 9th, followed by a private cremation.   

Dave Cook's 15th and 16th goals of the season took Paul Fisk's Hythe Town to their fifth consecutive victory. Goals from Gary Mickelborough and Lee Winfield capped an impressive win for the league leaders against a hard working Norton Sports side  - FULL MATCH REPORT NOW AVAILABLE UNDER 'REPORTS'.................

Final score - Hythe Town 4 - Norton Sports 1  

As we move into the Christmas period the 1st Team prepare for the visit of Norton Sports and the Reserves face a visit to local rivals Deal Town........

Players of the Month - The first team had its ups and downs in November, recording our first and second league defeats but then bouncing back against Croydon and Sporting Bengal. The first team player of the month was Tom Adlington, who put in a sequence of solid performances at right-back, combining his usual combative defending with frequent overlapping in attack.

We also now have the reserve team players of the month for October and November from manager, Dave Johncock. The recipients were Darryl Haden and Stuart Taylor respectively. The latter contributed several goals in the month as the reserves maintained good progress in a hectic schedule.

Finally, you can find further updates to the club website under 'Fisky's Facts', where Paul comments on recent events on the pitch. Also, Club Secretary Martin Giles has reached chapter eleven of his diary of the 'Walton Years.' 

Hythe Town moved five points clear at the top of the Kent Premier League with an excellent three points away from home. With Pat Kingwell suspended, Scott Bouvier ill, and Buster Smissen still weeks from a return Jason Brazier and Gary Mickelborough were paired up top for the visitors. The duo were outstanding, with Brazier in particular scoring two crucial goals and putting in a man of the match performance. With Ben Sly also away with family, Paul Fisk would have been delighted with the debut of young reserve winger Liam Whiting, who had a fine game down the left - FULL MATCH REPORT NOW AVAILABLE UNDER 'REPORTS'.................

Final score - Beckenham Town 1 - Hythe Town 3  

Hythe gained the win required to take them top of the table against a hard working Lordswood side. Although the win was narrow, it was deserved as Hythe spent long spells camped in the home side's half, hit the woodwork - before also having a certain penalty turned down, missing from the spot, and scoring from the spot to gain a hard-earned three points, and an excellent clean sheet led by Captain Gavin Ransley.........................         FULL MATCH REPORT NOW AVAILABLE UNDER REPORTS.................

Final score - Lordswood 0 - Hythe Town 1  

As we move into the first weekend of December both 1st Team and Reserves come up against Lordswood. Please make the effort to visit the 'Away Travel' section and follow the directions to Lordswood to support the 1st Team, as they look to secure the points that will take them back to the top of the table. If you are unable to travel why not visit Reachfields to cheer on the Reserves in action?

A belated official welcome to the club for Aaron O’Leary and Scott Bouvier. Aaron O’Leary is an experienced player at this level and has been in opposition ranks against us on several occasions. He is a versatile midfielder who has moved from Faversham, has also played for the likes for Folkestone, Ashford and Tunbridge Wells. In fact, he played for Paul Fisk for Ashford under-18s. Scott Bouvier is someone who our management team has had their eye on for some time. He was last season’s Kent League Division Two golden boot recipient, playing for Ashford Reserves, and has already impressed in his early appearances for us, with three goals.

Finally, you can find further updates to the club website under 'Fisky's Facts', where Paul comments on recent events on the pitch. Also, Club Secretary Martin Giles has reached chapter ten of his diary of the 'Walton Years.' 

Gary Mickelborough scored the fifth and final goal of the afternoon for Hythe to secure three points against Sporting Bengal. Scott Bouvier grabbed a brace, along with goals from joint top scorers Dave Cook and Pat Kingwell - Hythe now move to second in the table. FULL MATCH REPORT + PHOTOS TO FOLLOW UNDER 'REPORTS'.................

Final score - Hythe Town 5 - Sporting Bengal 0  

Following a seven day approach by Holmesdale FC, Dave Cook has decided to remain as a Hythe Town player. The loyal midfielder decided he couldn't leave the club in the summer, after spending pre-season with Ryman League neighbours Folkestone Invicta - and has now turned down an approach from Hythe's title rivals Holmesdale. The decision will delight Hythe's supporters after his outstanding brace on Saturday against Croydon took his seasons tally to eleven goals.  

It's been a tough couple of weeks for Paul Fisk and his squad - following poor performances at Holmesdale and worryingly at home to Faversham -  there has been a lot of reflection about what had gone wrong after such a strong start to the season. Supporters and management got the answers they wanted as they found themselves 1-0 down with thirty minutes to play at an ice-cold Croydon. A revamped Hythe side had already carved out enough chances to win the game, when Paul Hyde's first meaningful task of the afternoon was to attempt to save a penalty that gave the home side the lead. 

With three attacking substitutions and a belief that they could still win the game from the players on the pitch, Hythe piled on the pressure in the closing stages. Their reward was a Dave Cook penalty smashed into the top right hand corner, followed by a dramatic headed winner from the outstanding midfielder. Hythe are back on track with the final encounter of the season against Sporting Bengal next up at Reachfields - Man of the Match - Pat Kingwell.....FULL MATCH REPORT NOW AVAILABLE UNDER 'REPORTS'........

Final Score - Croydon 1 -  Hythe Town 2

For the first time since the 8th March Hythe Town were defeated at home in a Kent League encounter. In front of an impressive crowd of 174 it was clear that the ex-Hythe players, and ex-Hythe management now with Faversham Town, were extremely motivated and out for revenge for a 3-1 reverse at their place a month ago. Dave Cook opened the scoring  after only six minutes - however a four goal ten minute blitz either side of half-time completely took the game away from Hythe. It was a disappointing and surprising performance from the home side who will now be out to prove they remain a title contender away to Croydon this Saturday.....FULL MATCH REPORT NOW AVAILABLE UNDER 'REPORTS'........

Final Score - Hythe Town 1 - Faversham Town 4

Player of the Month - In an action-packed October, Paul Hyde (left) was once more extremely consistent between the sticks and is a worthy and fairly unanimous recipient of our monthly award. Reserve team manager, Dave Johncock always takes a bit longer to decide and uses science (his scoring system after each game). So, belatedly, we do now know that young Luke Giles was the September winner after making an immediate impact, including a useful clutch of goals.

Out now – Hythe Town Sweatshirts - We continue to offer Hythe Town FC replica shirts from our suppliers, Accused Ltd of Deal, but we can now offer supporters polo shirts, sweatshirts and fleeces in a choice of colours and sizes, embroidered with the club badge and ‘Hythe Town Football Club’ underneath it. The full range is:

Football Shirts - Adults £18, Childrens £15. Plain Polo Shirts – Adults £12, Childrens £8, Colours Red/White/Black. Two-Colour Polo Shirts – Adults £14, Childrens £10, Colours Red with White collar edge, or White with Red collar edge. Sweatshirts – Adults £16, Childrens £11, Colours Red/Dark Red/Grey/Black. Fleeces – Adults £18, Childrens £13, Colours Red/Grey/Black. Adult sizes up to XXL.

See Alan Beecham on a matchday to order..... 

Ahead of Tuesday night's vital home clash with Faversham read Paul Fisk's programme notes under 'Fisky's Facts.' Also, the latest episode of the 'Walton Years' can now be found under 'Secretary's Diary', and our Under 18's section is now right up to date. 

In their debut season in the Kent League Holmesdale experienced three defeats when coming up against Paul Fisk's side. In their second season they have played Hythe twice and achieved two wins, with the return fixture at Reachfields to come. Will the newcomers continue to surprise and match Hythe's three wins out of three from last term?.....FULL MATCH REPORT + PHOTOS NOW AVAILABLE UNDER 'REPORTS'.....

Final Score - Holmesdale 3 - Hythe Town 1

New signing Scott Bouvier injected some much needed enthusiasm into the proceedings, after a defiant Sporting Bengal produced a spirited performance to frustrate Hythe from adding to last weeks impressive tally of goals. In non-stop pouring hard rain the home side were determined to make up for the 10-1 thrashing they had received in the first leg of this League Cup encounter. Trailing 2-0 at the interval to goals from Dale Skelton and Pat Kingwell, they produced an excellent two goal comeback in two dramatic second-half minutes, before holding Hythe right up until the 85th minute. Only then, could Hythe find the goals their possession and chances deserved.

Final Score - Sporting Bengal 2 - Hythe Town 4

25/10/08: Molten's September Golden Goals Award.....

League Press Officer Paul Rivers presents the Molten Golden Goals award for September to Hythe Town Chairman Paul Markland and Manager Paul Fisk. The award is given for the highest amount of goals scored in Kent League competition during the month of September - Hythe's total was 15 goals.

A Pat Kingwell hat-trick was the highlight of an entertaining match for the Hythe faithful. With it being top v bottom of the Kent League and best attack v worst defence, there was always the possibility of an avalanche of goals. With the freedom of home advantage in a two leg tie, the Hythe attack most definitely enjoyed their afternoon to secure a double figure score. 

Final Score - Hythe Town 10 - Sporting Bengal 1

Missing the spine of your team through injury or unavailability (Sam Marsh, Lee Winfield, Buster Smissen), plus having many of your squad returning from injury or seeking full match fitness - the last thing you need or want is a short trip to a local rival including five of your ex-players, and managed by your former assistant manager. However, that was the challenge that Paul Fisk and his stretched squad came up against on Tuesday night, and they passed that test with flying colours..........FULL MATCH REPORT NOW AVAILABLE UNDER THE 'REPORTS' SECTION.

Final Score - Faversham Town 1 - Hythe Town 3

Coming off the back of a tough game on Wednesday night, this impressive Erith and Belvedere side caused Hythe problems in the first half. However, Hythe had enough encouragement in the first period to give them hope of rescuing their unbeaten league record. And that they did, Dave Cook capping off a second half performance from Hythe which got better the longer it went on - for the second game running delivering a unstoppable and skillful volley to make it seven goals this season for the popular midfielder.

Final Score - Erith and Belvedere 1 - Hythe Town 1

For the first time this season Paul Fisk's Hythe hit the top spot of the Kent Premier League! Producing their finest and most fluent football of the season, they should have beaten this Herne Bay side by a greater margin. A combination of missed chances and the gifts of a penalty and an inevitable own goal forced over Hythe's goal line made things a lot tighter than they should have been in the final stages. But the reality was that the Hythe supporters and management were delighted with this impressive and flexible team performance from their players - which began with an opening goal from Captain Gavin Ransley, followed by 2nd half strikes from Pat Kingwell and Dave Cook. 

Final Score - Herne Bay 2 - Hythe Town 3

Despite a string of excellent Paul Hyde saves - Hythe, for the second year running have spent the start of Autumn crashing out of three cup competitions. In almost identical fashion to last season, Hythe have followed a fantastic start to the league season by exiting the F.A. Cup, F.A. Vase and Kent Senior Trophy in quick succession. The only difference being that fantastic win over the might of Dover last time around that took us a round further in the Cup! 

The good news is that last season Paul Fisk's side went on to have their best season for years with a 4th place league position, and a Kent League Cup Final appearance. There is no doubt that the current management and squad are looking to win some silverware this season - and they can take the next steps to doing this by bouncing back with a win at Herne Bay on Wednesday night that will take them top of the table!   

Final Scores - Hythe Town 0 - Egham Town 3  +  Holmesdale 2 - Hythe Town 1

Prior to Saturday's home fixture, Paul Fisk would have been content with his sides unbeaten start to the league season. But deep down he knew there was more to come from probably the strongest squad he has assembled at Reachfields. Some more clean sheets would be ideal, but at least now the man in charge knows his infamous attack are beginning to find their stride.

Final Score - Hythe Town 7 - Lordswood 2

Sporting Bengal was a different story, as two penalties from Dave Cook, and a Buster Smissen goal ensured the points were in the bag by half-time. A low key 2nd half ended with a spectacular consolation goal for Bengal.

Final Scores - VCD Athletic 3 - Hythe Town 0 + Sporting Bengal 1 - Hythe Town 3

Exactly a week ago it was only Golden Boot holder Buster Smissen that was the difference between the two sides as Hythe secured a vital three points at VCD's Oakwood ground. On this occasion the main man for Hythe was unavailable and it seemed to bring the two sides even closer in terms of a potential stalemate. VCD will be pleased with home advantage for Tuesday's replay, however Hythe hope to welcome back several players including Smissen. It is bound to be another tight affair between two teams that have only produced one goal in 180 minutes against each other, so far this season. 

Final Score - Hythe Town 0 - VCD Athletic 0

Final Scores - VCD Athletic 0 - Hythe Town 1 + Norton Sports 1 - Hythe Town 4

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Beckenham Town

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Deal Town 

1-2 

Faversham Town

2-1 

Holmesdale 

0-2 

Lordswood 

1-2 

Norton Sports

1-2 

Sevenoaks Town

0-1 

Slade Green

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