Captain O'Connor stars as Cork back-up opening day success with win over Clare

Clare, who were hoping to follow up their dramatic victory over All-Ireland champions Kilkenny, were competitive in the first-half, after which they trailed 0-12 to 0-5 - and with the strong wind to come, they appeared to be in with a shout.

DELIVERING: Team captain Amy O'Connor of Cork in action on the forward line in the Very Camogie League Division 1A game, Cork vs Clare at Pairc Ui Rinn. Pic: Larry Cummins.

Cork 2-19 Clare 1-10 

Back-to-back wins for Cork in the Very Division 1A camogie league at Páirc Uí Rinn on Saturday, a comfortable 12-point cushion in the end.