Bennett the star as Decies defeat Laois

Laois 2-10, Waterford 1-16 (full-time)

Waterford picked up their first points of Division 1A of the National Hurling League at Portlaoise as they disposed of Laois by three points.

Talking point of the match was the tally of Dave Bennett, who scored the crucial goal for Waterford and added eight points, most from play.

Laois will rue missed chances as they played with the blistering wind in the second-half.