Penrith Panthers have opened the Jersey Flegg season with a 14-4 victory over Sydney Roosters at St Marys Stadium.
Panthers coach Jono Rolfe would have been impressed by his side’s efforts as they conceded just one try on Saturday afternoon.
A double to Casey McLean, who trained with the NRL squad throughout the summer, proved the difference as the Panthers claimed a 10-point victory in the first match of the season.
Panthers winger Angelis Hotere-Papali opened the scoring for the home side after eight minutes, however the conversion was unsuccessful.
McLean scored on either side of half-time to give his side a comprehensive 14-0 lead.
However in the final minutes of the match, Rooster Hayden Barton bagged a try for his side’s only points of the match.
