Newmarket Celtic began the new Clare Premier Division season with a solid 2-0 win over neighbours Bridge United.
Experienced attacker David McCarthy scored both goals for Celtic, who are under new management with former player Eoin O’Brien this season.
Elswhere in the Premier Division, Shannon Olympic beat Lifford 2-1 while Shannon Town had an 8-0 win over Kilkishen Celtic.
In the Munster Junior Cup, Avenue United beat Ennis Dons while Tulla United overcame Kilrush Rangers.
