Charles who has been in the role now for a few weeks has seen his side win and draw a game each so far, writes Tom Feaheny.
"We've got a good group of lads and I know we can match anyone. The most important thing for us as a group is getting the points on the board." Charles told the club's website.
"Southport are a good side and they've spent a bit of money so that result should give the lads a lot of encouragement.”
"We've got a good group here, with Ashley Chambers and Daniel Nti up top, and young Kairo Mitchell, it gives us a good chance of scoring goals."
Charles says despite that good result they still need to do a little more to ensure safety.
“We're not safe yet, I'm watching videos on York and Salford and they're good sides but Southport look a good side in the videos I've watched as well, sometimes you forget what a good side you can be."
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