Larne's Padraig Gollogley was sent off late in the game

Larne goalkeeper Chris Keenan made smart early saves to deny Stute pair Ryan Campbell and Mark Scoltock.

Rafferty was on the field for less than 60 seconds after replacing Marty Verner when he headed the decisive goal.

Tempers flared midway through the second half which led to four bookings and Larne's Padraig Gollogly was sent after an off-the-ball incident late on.