Down 2-22 0-13 Armagh

Paul Braniff claimed a 10-point tally in Down's derby victory

Down eased to an Allianz NHL Division 2B victory over their Ulster neigbours at Ballycran on Sunday.

Armagh made a good start and led by four points before the Mourne team took control of the game.

Paul Braniff's goal helped Down to a 1-7 to 0-8 half-time advantage and the second goal came on 54 minutes with Stephen Murray's rebound finish.

Down racked up 18 points in a dominant second half and Braniff was the top scorer with 1-7.

Murray kicked the ball into the net after Brendan McGourty's shot struck the woodwork.