KENT Exiles slumped to their seventh straight defeat of the season when they crashed at home to East Kent Mavericks.

The result means the Exiles need to win all of their remaining three games to avoid relegation.

East Kent Mavericks' offence dominated an understrength Exiles defence with their power running game, a strategy which earned most of their points on the day.

Kent Exiles' scores came from the ever-reliable Sean Starwind on a pass from quarterback Zac Ritchie, and Jon Miller, who bacame only the second Exile to return a kick-off for a touchdown in the club's history.

Coach Dave Pester was in a reflective mood.

He said: "This was a big game for us and we didn't really turn up and play the game we know we can play.

"The rest of the season is now about pride.

"I'll have pride in each and every one of the team who turn up to training and games and give their all.

"That's what being part of a team is all about".

The Exiles now conclude their season with three away games at the Mavericks, Cardinals and Gladiators.

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