Zander Clark 7
Provided some big saves early on to allow his team a platform for victory.
Shaun Rooney 9
The wing back was the game’s best player, powerful throughout and added a second goal soon after half-time with a stunning header before assisting for the third.
Jason Kerr 8
The Saints captain bulleted a towering header home with his side’s first real chance of the match that set the Saints on their way.
Liam Gordon 7
Led an overall excellent and disciplined defensive display at the heart of the back line.
Jamie McCart 7
Like the rest of his defence, did his job superbly to survive some heavy pressure early on.
Scott Tanser 7
Distributed the ball well throughout and like Rooney was a good out-ball for his side.
Murray Davidson 7
Was tenacious and determined in front of the defence, more than justified his selection from the off.
Ali McCann 8
Covers so much ground each game and his engine was a real asset to his side.
Craig Conway 9
Put in an experienced performance which showed why he was preferred to start, topped off with his delivery for Rooney’s goal and a tidy finish for the third goal.
David Wotherspoon 8
The former Easter Road youngster helped get the ball rolling with a superb assist for Kerr’s opener.
Chris Kane 7
He ran himself into the ground and occupied Hibs’ centre-halves well.
Substitutes
Stevie May 6
(On for Kane 77) Passed up a good opportunity late on to add another.
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