John Sugrue’s Laois tear up Limerick

Laois 2-12 Limerick 0-9: Gary Walsh hit 1-6 and set up Paul Kingston for a 70th-minute goal as Laois got the John Sugrue reign off to the perfect start with a nine-point victory over Limerick.

The final margin was a little tough on Billy Lee’s side, with the manager’s son Jamie among the stars with four points, including two splendid attempts from play.

Lee was unlucky not to add a goal as his shot rebounded off the butt of the post midway through the second half, though Jim Liston slotted over from the rebound.