Coleraine boss Oran Kearney: Extra sessions are great for Andrew Mitchell

Andy Mitchell showed composure in front of goal to put the points in the bag for Coleraine

Andy Mitchell consolidated the three points when he scored Coleraine's third goal against Newry City

Josh Carson helped set Coleraine on their way after scoring in their victory over Newry City

Coleraine marksman Matthew Shevlin was on the scoresheet during their victory over Newry City

Lee Newell gave Newry City a foothold in the contest when he converted against Coleraine

Coleraine boss Oran Kearney believes Andy Mitchell’s extra training to gain sharpness following a long-term injury is paying dividends after netting in Saturday’s home win against Newry City.

The striker came off the bench to net a decisive third for Coleraine as the Bannsiders sealed a 3-1 victory against City, with Josh Carson and Matthew Shevlin on target before Lee Newell halved the deficit for the visitors.

It marked Coleraine’s first win at the seventh attempt in all competitions, and Kearney is glad to see Mitchell proving his worth after a frustrating time with setbacks during his time at The Showgrounds.

Andy Mitchell consolidated the three points when he scored Coleraine's third goal against Newry City

“It’s been a hell of a long journey for him,” he said.

“And, to be fair, I don’t think he ever thought, or maybe us either, that he would get back to where he is now.

“I think the emotion of his goal at Loughgall earlier in the season showed that.

“With that, it’s also important we keep him motoring and bring him back at his pace.

“He did pre-season unscathed but we are still trying to get training into him week on week to get him sharper.

Josh Carson helped set Coleraine on their way after scoring in their victory over Newry City

“He’s doing the same,