Bergin hat-trick leads Laois rout of Down

Willie Maher’s charges scored seven goals as they ran out 31-point winners.

15 January 2023; Stephen Bergin of Laois scores his side's second goal despite the efforts of Niall Mullins of Kilkenny during the Walsh Cup Group 2 Round 2 match between Laois and Kilkenny at Kelly Daly Park in Rathdowney, Laois. Photo by Sam Barnes/Sportsfile

Joe McDonagh Cup: Laois 7-24 Down 0-14 

The Laois senior hurlers are up and running in the Joe McDonagh Cup following an emphatic victory against Down in O’Moore Park.