Folkestone Invicta joint-head coach Micheal Everitt on midfielder Chris Regis’ debut in 2-1 Isthmian Premier win against Cheshunt; Trips to Kingstonian and Hornchurch next up

Chris Regis made an immediate impact on his Folkestone debut - and joint-head coach Micheal Everitt believes there is more to come.

Regis came through just under 80 minutes in Saturday’s 2-1 Isthmian Premier home win against Cheshunt - Invicta’s first victory since September 9.

The former Braintree player, 26, set up frontman Ibrahim Olutade for the winning goal.

Everitt, who had seen another new face in frontman Luke Holness level matters, said: “I think Chris had a really good game.

“He hadn’t played for a few weeks and probably is still searching for a bit of match sharpness. He’s 6ft3in - so he’s a big lad - but a good footballer.

“He has experience at higher levels and it was a great cross for Ibz’s goal.

“He will only get better with the more games he plays.”

The hosts had to come from behind in front of a crowd of 718 but recovered well.

Everitt reflected: “They’re a decent side.

“For 20 or 25 minutes, they were the better side. But after that, we played ourselves into the game and deserved the three points.”

Despite their recent poor form, Folkestone, at Kingstonian this Saturday, are on the fringes of the play-offs in eighth. But they have played more league fixtures than most teams around them.

“The aim is always to try and get into the play-offs,” admitted Everitt.

“But it’s a tough challenge in our league because you don’t get freebies. Everyone can beat everyone on their day.”

There is plenty of strength-in-depth - particularly up front - for Invicta.

David Smith came off the bench against Cheshunt on his return from injury while young winger Jordan Ababio was an unused substitute.

Everitt, who will also take Folkestone to Hornchurch on Tuesday, said: “That’s what you want.

“This is the first time Folkestone