Laois ‘move on’ after ending challenging week on a high

John Sugrue was understandably pleased but sensibly restrained after watching his Laois side make the best of a strong start to see off neighbours Carlow and claim Division 4 honours.

It had been far from the ideal build-up to a big game but Sugrue and Laois GAA were not found wanting when it came to taking action, as top scorer Gary Walsh was dropped following a tweet in response to the verdict of the Belfast rape trial.

The manager is keen to draw a line under the incident now and Walsh was part of the match-day group celebrating with the trophy.