Jeffers in line for first Poppies start as Panter sits out Leighton trip through suspension
Shaun Jeffers is set to lead the Kettering Town attack in Tuesday's Pitching-in Southern League Premier Central clash at newly-promoted Leighton Town (ko 7.45pm).
The former England Under-19 international was a summer signing from National League North outfit Bedford Town, and was an unused substitute in Saturday's opening 1-0 win over Alvechurch at Latimer Park.
But the 34-year-old is set to lead the line at Leighton as first choice striker Eddie Panter will miss the match through suspension.
Panter netted the only goal of the game on Saturday, scoring just eight minutes into the new season, but was then red carded after picking up two cautions, and is suspended for the trip to Bedfordshire.
"I think the red card was a bit harsh on him, and Eddie is upset and a bit gutted about it, and he us important for us but we will move on," joint manager David Bridgewater told Kettering Town's YouTube channel.
"Eddie is important for us and we now miss him for a game, but we have a good squad and we have players to use.
"Shaun Jeffers didn't even get on the pitch on Saturday, and I like him.
"He is a very good player that brings a lot to the club, so Eddie will be a miss on Tuesday, but we will cope."
The Poppies will be aiming to build on their opening day success, but the trip to Leighton will be a tricky one.
It is the first home game Leighton have played at Step 3 following their promotion last season, and there is sure to be big crowd in attendance.
They were on the road for their opener on Saturday, and secured a creditable 1-1 draw at Redditch United.