It is a fantastic and busy time to be at the Bay with so much great talent on display. The development these lads are getting playing men's football at such a young age is showing to be hugely helpful toward their success. Not to mention, Alfie and Jack have cemented their places in the first team squad at the young age of 17 which is spectacular under Lovell.

It is great to see how much these loan lads have really developed in 3-4 months, we are seeing the clear transformation from boys into men now. What has also been hugely beneficial is the mentoring they are getting from our under 23's Managers; Gary Sayer & Toby Robert. Gary bringing a wealth of playing experience in the 430+ games at Step 4 & 5 over the years. Toby with his top tier coaching and analytics in every small detail, the VEO work these lads are getting is top notch from him. But not to forget Chris as supporting coach is doing a great job.

If I also look at the players coming through in our under 16's and 18s which are still to even step into the 23's its looking a bright future for the club and something I am very excited about. Let alone if I look at some of the talent we have in our U13,U14 and U15's coming through.

Thanks again to all out partner clubs working with Herne Bay FC and giving these talented lads the opportunity! I hope to make more partnerships going forward get in touch if you haven't already dofhbfc@gmail.com

Alfie Hill - Centre Mid - Herne Bay - Step 4 - Age 17
played 77 mins in Bay first team against Conference South side Tonbridge Angels midweek and put in an outstanding performance especially from a 17 year old up against a lot of ex-pros Tuesday.

Jack Hillier - Right Back - Herne Bay - Step 4- Age 17
Now becoming a regular in the first team, putting in faultless performances and getting better and better with each game, this week playing against Beckenham and Tonbridge Angels, still only 17 as well.

Sam Wright - Striker/CAM - Kennington - Step 5 - Age 19
Been on loan for 3 months now really settling into Kennington side and gaining many minutes of experience in the SCEFL Prem

Sonnie Hemmings Left/Right Wing Kennington - Step 5 - Age 18
Been with Kennington in the SCEFL Prem since the start of the season and gaining valuable minutes still only just turned 18 impressive player

Patrick Da lomba - Right Wing - Larkfield & New Hythe - Step 5 - Age 18
After doing so well at Bridon Ropes in step 6, he has stepped up a level to promotion challenging Larkfield in the SCEFL Prem, he has Came on last 2 games, very much impressing and looking a great talent for the future.

Marlon Agbolade - Centre Back Larkfield & New Hythe - Step 5 - Age 19
Featured in 3 games at Centre Back for Promotion chasing Larkfield in the SCEFL Prem

Jamie Lartice - Left/Right Winger - Faversham Strikeforce - Step 6 - Age 17
After impressing so much in the 23s lately sat on the bench for the first team and he has now moved on loan into title challenging Faversham Strike force squad and came on in there last 2 games and really impressing.

Carter Wilson - Goalkeeper - Canterbury City - Step 6 - Age 17
Young 17 year old GK played really well Saturday for top of the table side Canterbury City in their 4-2 win against Greenways

Sean Aromolaran - Right/left Winger- Canterbury City - Step 6 - Age 19
Played over 10 games now for table topping Canterbury City becoming a regular and popping up with a couple of goals

Jamie Obianigwe - Centre Midfielder- Canterbury City - Step 6 - Age 19
Played over 18 games now for table topping Canterbury city become a real midfield dynamo and key player in the promotion drive

Finlay Turner - Right Back - Faversham Strikeforce - Step 6 - Age 17
Been in and out of Promotion chasing Faversham Strike force squad and made a few appearances from the bench

Oscar Walter - Centre Midfield - Age 17
Was in Bay first team squad for all the FA cup games, featured 3 times for Woodnesborough in the Kent County Div 1

Sam Sarpong - Striker Winger - Age 19
Sam has had 5- games with Bridon Ropes in the Scefl one

Luca Beal - Striker -Ramsgate Athletic -Step 7 - Age 17
A great talent, top scorer for the 23's and only just turned 17. Also at the same time being on loan to Chilham FC and scoring 6 in 12 in the Kent county one. He has now moved up a league to Ramsgate Athletic in the Kent county prem and already has 1 goal in 2 games for the them, the goal coming from Saturdays 4-1 win against Borden Village.

Dillion Barman - Centre back - Woodnesborough - Step 8 - Age 20
Been solid in defence for Woodnesborough in the Kent county 1 playing over 12 games now, picking up player of the month for November for Woodnesborough as well.

Callum Whittaker CAM/Striker- Woodnesborough - Step 8 - Age 19
Callum has played 9 games with Woodnesborough in the Kent county 1 side and scored 3, He has been in and out with injury.

A few more moving into training with other teams this week, keep an eye out for updates.

Its that time of year with injuries and if your in need of players please contact Dan Tanner at dofhbfc@gmail.com as I have a few more ready to go.