Dartford forward George Porter hopes double against National League South leaders Dorking can help him live up to his billing

George Porter admits he’s only got himself to blame for the slow start to his Dartford career.

The 29-year-old forward enjoyed his best day in a Darts shirt by scoring twice on Saturday to sink National League South leaders Dorking Wanderers 3-2 at Princes Park.

But it’s been a largely forgettable campaign for the former Bromley and Maidstone man, who had failed to live up to his billing until the weekend.

“I definitely had something to prove,” admitted Porter. “It’s not been the greatest of seasons for me and I’m the first one to admit that. But I got my chance and I really wanted to take it.

“I’ve played at the level before, I’ve got standards and I’d say it’s definitely down to me.

“We’ve got a good squad so people are going to come in and perform and I’m going to be out of the team, that’s only down to me.

“I know it’s cliched but I’ve been training well and I took my chance on Saturday. Hopefully I can go on a run now and do the best I can.

“I did well on Saturday but I know I’ve got that in my locker. I’m 29 still, I think I’ve got a few years left in me.

“(My form has been) down to me personally but I’ve got a nice game under my belt and hopefully that can set me up for the rest of the season.

“I’ve been around it for years, I know what it’s like. You’ve got to take (the stick) on the chin, if you’re not playing well, then you’ve got every right to be criticised or asked

the question - hopefully they can say something good about me now!”

Porter had returned just two goals in 10 starts and 15 substitute appearances for Dartford before the weekend.

But he was back to his brilliant best as he ran Dorking ragged with a typically energetic display, epitomising his bubbly personality on and off the pitch.

“I’m always