Mark McHugh's side claimed the opening two points of the campaign.
Westmeath secured their first victory of the season in Division Three of the National Football League.
Shane Corcoran kicked a late point to claim a 2-14 to 1-16 win at home to Sligo to earn the Lake County their first two points of the season.
Jonathan Lynam impressed with two first half goals, while Luke Loughlin kicked 0-5 and Danny McCartan finished with 0-3.
Attention now turns to the clash away to Clare this weekend.
McHugh says he's delighted with how side closed the game out:
Gerry Russell spoke to Mark McHugh after the game in Cusack Park:
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