Jones proves a point on return to hurling action for Laois

LAOIS’ facile win over Carlow in the Leinster SHC on Saturday evening didn’t tell Paudie Butler much he didn’t know about his team’s capabilities.

However, it did confirm the re-emergence of a glittering talent that many had previously thought lost to the county's senior representatives.

Two years ago, Robert Jones refused to travel to a league game against Derry at the time of the foot and mouth crisis and his decision didn't go down too well with the management team of the day.