Russell shines as Kerry stars give O’Shea reasons to smile

A NUMBER of Kerry’s big name stars gave manager Pat O’Shea plenty of reasons for cheer in yesterday’s first round championship action.

Mike Frank Russell hit 2-5 as Laune Rangers brushed past John Mitchels in Killorglin yesterday.

The Tralee side started brightly and led 1-4 to 0-4 after 26 minutes ­ their goal coming from wing back, Cathal O’Sullivan. But former county start Liam Hassett kickstarted the Rangers comeback and the hosts led by a point at the break (0-8 to 1-4).