SOUTHEND United head coach Kevin Maher has praised the consistency of Ollie Kensdale ahead of the defender’s 100th appearance for the club.

Kensdale will reach three figures for the Shrimpers if he features against Aldershot Town at Roots Hall tomorrow.

And Maher has praise the progress made by the defender since signing in December 2021.

“He was probably the first one through the door I think but the level of consistency he shows is testament to him,” said Maher.

“He’s a very good footballer and part of a defence that’s best in the league at the minute.

“He’s been brilliant and for him to get to 100 games, if selected, is a great achievement.”