Harry Kite impresses for Exeter City in first league start of season

Summarised from DevonLive's report · Updated 25 Oct, 07:32 · Archive

Harry Kite made a composed debut for Exeter City this season, starting in place of injured Jake Doyle Hayes.

Harry Kite impressed in his first league start of the season for Exeter City, stepping in for the injured Jake Doyle Hayes in midfield. DevonLive reports that the 26-year-old academy graduate, who had been out of the EFL since New Year's Day 2024, delivered a composed performance that caught the attention of manager Matt Taylor.

Taylor praised Kite's physical presence and reaction speed, saying he 'rolled back the years'. The manager noted that Kite 'blocked up that space' and demonstrated 'explosion and dynamic movement' over short distances, whilst also taking pressure off midfielder Chaz. With Doyle Hayes a significant absence, Taylor backed Kite to develop further, saying the performance marked the start of a new chapter for the midfielder after his time away from the club.

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• Harry Kite 'rolls back years' for Exeter City to make vital impactThe academy graduate started in place of the injured Jake Doyle Hayes and impressedDevonLive · 24 Oct, 20:28

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