Jay Saunders concedes Maidstone United are still getting used to playing at The Gallagher Stadium.

The Stones boss believes nerves played a part in the disappointing 1-1 draw against Hythe in front of more than 1,400 fans on Tuesday.

Saunders, pictured, said: "I think it got to one or two – maybe the younger ones – and even some of the others haven’t played in front of crowds like that. Last year, in front of 300 at Sittingbourne, a 1-1 draw at home would have been a good result.

"We were expected to turn up and roll Hythe over and we didn’t. We are still growing into playing here ourselves a little bit.

"We are still getting used to it and have been away for five weeks. But we train here and I would expect us to have got three points."

Stones are set for another big gate on Saturday when Dulwich visit in Ryman League Division 1 South. The south Londoners are fancied to do well after missing out in the play-offs in successive seasons.

Midfielder Sam Bewick will be out for about three weeks, after having his broken nose re-set this week.

Stones are supporting Non-League Day, with season ticket holders at Premier League and Championship clubs allowed entry to the Dulwich game for £7 if they show them at the turnstiles. There will also be Happy Hour between 1-2pm.