Antrim defeat Kingdom in goal fest

Antrim 3-19 Kerry 4-14, Casement Park

Karl Stewart top-scored with eight points as Antrim struggled to see off Kerry, NHL Division 2's basement side, at Casement Park.

The Saffrons were only 2-10 to 2-7 ahead at half-time with goals for the visitors from Pat Flaherty and Gary O'Brien

Antrim's first half majors came from Kieran Kelly and Neil McManus and despite the best efforts of the Kingdom's top-scorer Shane Brick (0-8), the home side remained ahead.

Brendan Herron finished with four points to his name and substitute Joey Scullion grabbed Antrim's third goal. Kerry's other goals were scored by Colin Harris.