Updated: Saturday, 07 Sep 2013 19:08 | Comments Nathan White scored an early try for Connacht Pat Lam's stewardship of Connacht began on a positive note as they swept Zebre aside for an opening RaboDirect PRO12 win at the Sportsground. Prop Nathan White, who turned 32 on Wednesday, accepted a belated birthday present in the form of an intercept try as he sent Connacht ahead in the fourth minute. Luciano Orquera replied with a penalty but Connacht pushed 12-3 in front when Matt Healy - one of the province's best performers in pre-season - scored a classy converted try on the half hour. New Zealand recruits Dion Berryman and Brendon Leonard had precious few chances to inspire the Italians in attack. Dan Parks added