Rioghan Murphy leveled the game to save his side a draw.
The Laois Football Manager says he's proud of his side's performance following their opening round in the National Football League.
Justin McNulty's side played out a 1-10 to 0-13 draw at home to Limerick in Division Three, earning their first point of the season.
Evan O'Carroll impressed with 1-4, while Rioghan Murphy kicked a late free to salvage a share of the points.
Attention for the O'Moore County now turns to the clash away to Wexford this Saturday evening.
McNulty says while there are improvements needed, his side showed bravery throughout the 70 minutes:
Justin McNulty spoke to Midlands 103 commentator Pat O'Sullivan following the conclusion of the game in Portlaoise on Saturday evening and began by paying tribute to 23 year old Ciaran ‘Nelly’ O’Neill from Stradbally who passed away on Friday:
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