We showed really good character: Mattie Kenny

Mattie Kenny lauded his players for their work-rate and character following their HL Division 1 Group B victory over Laois in Parnell Park on Sunday.

The Dubs, who had lost to Kilkenny first time out, responded well to that defeat when overcoming the O'Moore County 4-18 to 2-17 at the Donnycarney venue.

“Look, we were disappointed with our performance levels the last day,” said Mattie.

“But the lads bounced back. We have to start building on that now. It’s a platform for us to work on.

"We were looking for a better one (display). And a higher work-rate. And in fairness to the guys, they delivered that in spades.

“We showed really good character out there, we worked really hard.

“We were better around the breaking ball and we showed more desire and deserved all they got out of the game.”