Jonty wrote: Fri Jun 06, 2025 5:19 pm
I was expecting a new keeper but this looks like another good addition to the squad. I’m glad we are going with another young player, I was dreading us signing Jonny Henley, who has also departed Folkestone.
Early Career: Jonny Henly began his football journey at Reading FC, where he made 24 appearances for their U21 team in Premier League 2. He was also named on the bench for Premier League fixtures in March 2013.
Loan Spells: During his time at Reading, Henly had loan spells at Aldershot Town, Oxford United, and Welling United, gaining valuable first-team experience.
In the 2015/16 season, he joined Ipswich Town, further developing his skills in a competitive environment.
Henly moved to Hemel Hempstead Town in the summer of 2016, continuing his career in the National League South.
He joined Tonbridge Angels in March 2017 on loan, making the move permanent in the summer of 2017. Over seven seasons, Henly made over 300 appearances, becoming the club's longest-serving goalkeeper. Notably, he played a crucial role in their promotion to the National League South in 2019 through the Super Play-Off Final victory over Met Police.
In the summer of 2024, Henly signed with Folkestone Invicta, continuing his career in the Isthmian Premier Division. He made 45 appearances for the club before departing in June 2025.
Following his departure from Folkestone Invicta, Henly joined Dartford FC, bringing his extensive experience to the club.
International Experience
Henly has represented Scotland at U19 and U21 levels, showcasing his talent on the international stage.
Playing Style
Known for his strong shot-stopping abilities and commanding presence in the penalty area, Henly has been a reliable figure in goal throughout his career. His leadership and consistency have made him a fan favorite at every club he's represented.
I remember his antics at PP, after retrieving the ball would then amble back to the 6 yard box to take the goal kick. Then he picked the ball up and walked to the other side of the box.
Okay Folkestone were 2 up at the time and fortunately his antics didn't work.
Hate that sort of thing especially as the official took no action at the time.
Having said all that he has pedigree as a decent keeper and no offence to Jacob has a decent kick on him.
Welcome Jonny, I think.
If Ade likes him so do I.
I beg to differ Spike.
Jacob was slow getting the ball into play at times when we were winning. If Jonny started doing that with us 2up it would get right up my nose.
Keep the oppo on the rack, not slow it down.
I might enjoy it more if we were a goal up with 5 minutes to go but as we know Folkestone were doing it at the end of the first half.
Actually, now you come to mention it, I recall Folkestone were doing much better and were well on top of us until they stopped playing football and resorted to sh**housery. It was only then that we started to get on top.
If you look at the squad so far and the four sections (G/K, Defence, Midfield and Forwards) with the two new additions (welcome Dan & Jonny) it looks certain that Ady has improved the G/K and Forward options, so fingers crossed he can do the same with the Defence and Midfield. So far it looks very encouraging.
I also like the way Ady conducts business, no announcements of potential signings that never materialise or that we're talking to every Tom, Dick & Harry. He keeps everything under wraps and only announces it when they've signed, a mark of professionalism imo
Jonty wrote: Fri Jun 06, 2025 5:19 pm
I was expecting a new keeper but this looks like another good addition to the squad. I’m glad we are going with another young player, I was dreading us signing Jonny Henley, who has also departed Folkestone.
There was post this morning saying a player announcement was going to be made at 10am . Its seems that post has now been deleted . I hope we have not been gazumped at the last second.
