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‘One of the best weeks of my life!’ Hawkins upbeat despite Masters final defeat

‘One of the best weeks of my life!’ Hawkins upbeat despite Masters final defeat

17 January 2022

Barry Hawkins was upbeat despite being beaten by Neil Robertson in the Masters snooker final at London’s Alexandra Palace.

Kent Paralympians win World Championship medals

Kent Paralympians win World Championship medals

17 January 2022

Paralympic skier Millie Knight had a birthday to remember on the world stage while fellow Kent athlete James Barnes-Miller got among the medals too.

Briscoe stuns former world champion

Briscoe stuns former world champion

12 January 2022

Ashford Indoor Bowls Club's Pat Briscoe is through to the second round of the open singles at the World Championships.

Snooker legend Cliff Thorburn to play in Kent

Snooker legend Cliff Thorburn to play in Kent

11 January 2022

Former snooker champ Cliff Thorburn, who retired from competitive play this month, will make one of his last UK appearances at a social club in Kent.

Best of British

Best of British

24 December 2021

Maidstone Weightlifting Club enjoyed their most successful-ever competition at the British Age Group Championships in Yorkshire.

Team switch can help Perry push on

Team switch can help Perry push on

21 December 2021

Cyclist Toby Perry is thrilled to be joining what he describes as the best development team in the world.

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Raducanu's rapid rise

Raducanu's rapid rise

19 December 2021

Teenage tennis player Emma Raducanu could cap a remarkable year in style tonight.

Raducanu shortlisted for Sports Personality of the Year - as she tests positive for Covid-19

Raducanu shortlisted for Sports Personality of the Year - as she tests positive for Covid-19

13 December 2021

Teenager Emma Raducanu has been nominated for the 2021 Sports Personality of the Year award - but also has tested positive for Covid-19.

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Champ Noakes signs new deal with Warren

Champ Noakes signs new deal with Warren

10 December 2021

Sam Noakes has double cause for celebration - his first professional title and a new contract with promoter Frank Warren.

Unbeaten boxer dedicates win to friend after horror crash

Unbeaten boxer dedicates win to friend after horror crash

04 December 2021

An unbeaten Kent boxer tipped for great things by Tyson Fury has dedicated his 11th win to his friend who died in a horror crash.

Duo reach national quarters

Duo reach national quarters

26 November 2021

Westree boxers Sean Noakes and Mason Payne are eyeing national success after taking titles at the England Boxing Southern Counties Championships.

Kirsty's making the most of her sea swimming passion

Kirsty's making the most of her sea swimming passion

23 November 2021

A Kent sea swimmer who is on course to complete a 1,000-day challenge is now making a living out of her passion.

Practice makes perfect for Matusevich

Practice makes perfect for Matusevich

16 November 2021

Anton Matusevich won the UK Pro League title without dropping a set on Sunday.

Team spirit key for Olympic-hopeful Weston

Team spirit key for Olympic-hopeful Weston

16 November 2021

Former rugby player Matt Weston believes his background is perfect to help him excel with the British skeleton squad.

Teacher hoping to be class act at Petanque World Championship

Teacher hoping to be class act at Petanque World Championship

11 November 2021

Assistant headteacher Becky Edwins is taking to the international stage this weekend.

Tyrrell reaping dividends after hard work

Tyrrell reaping dividends after hard work

11 November 2021

East Kent Mavericks' running back sees years of dedication to American football pay off - with a place in the GB National squad.

Wheelchair rugby league World Cup champions in town

Wheelchair rugby league World Cup champions in town

10 November 2021

England’s wheelchair rugby league team face France in a two-Test series at Medway Park this week.

Brothers win gold medals

Brothers win gold medals

09 November 2021

Brothers Zac and Oliver Martin triumphed at the British Roller Dance Championships.

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GB joy for Phoenix youngsters

GB joy for Phoenix youngsters

09 November 2021

A trio of Kent Phoenix players have earned Great Britain recognition - including a relative rookie.

Big Kis win in Kent Derby

Big Kis win in Kent Derby

20 October 2021

Owner Jozef Kis was in tears after his 28/1 shot Galaxy Freedom won the Kent Derby at Central Park on Sunday night.

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