The Pictou County U18 Major Weeks come close to another goal as this shot just misses the top corner, during their 6-0 victory over the March and Mill Co. Hunters from Cole Harbour, on Aug. 27 at the Pictou County Wellness Centre. Photo by Richard MacKenzie /The NewsArticle contentNEW GLASGOW – Coming off a season where they were ever so close to a provincial championship, the Pictou County U18 Major Weeks know two things for sure: they want to get back to that point and close the deal, but, at the same time, they need to take it day by day because there is a lot of work to do between now and then. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY.Subscribe now to access this story and more:Unlimited access to the website and appExclusive access to premium content, newsletters and podcastsFull access to the e-Edition app, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment onEnjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalistsSupport local journalists and the next generation of journalistsSUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES.Subscribe or sign in to your account to continue your reading experience.Unlimited access to the website and appExclusive access to premium content, newsletters and podcastsFull access to the e-Edition app, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment onEnjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalistsSupport local journalists and the next generation of journalistsRegister to unlock more articles.Create an account or sign in to continue your reading experience.Access additional stories every monthShare your thoughts and join the conversation in our commenting communityGet email updates from your favourite authorsSign In or Create an AccountorArticle content“Just being prepared for every single day; every day is important, every day matters,” said veteran head coach and general manager Kyle MacLennan, as he was watching his team defeat the Cole Harbour-based March and Mill Co Hunters 6-0, in their first pre-season game. Article contentArticle contentArticle contentThe game was played Aug. 27 at the Pictou County Wellness Centre. Article content Weeks (dark jerseys) and Hunters players battle for a loose puck following a neutral zone face-off. Photo by Richard MacKenzie /The NewsArticle contentArticle content“Every day is going to be the first and foremost priority. We obviously want to get back to that game five again that we ultimately lost last year, but that takes step-by-step, day-by-day improvement. That will always be in the back of our minds as to what we’re working towards, but it’s just about daily improvement and preparing yourselves each day for that moment again.” Article contentIt was a game five played against the Halifax McDonald’s at the Halifax Forum in late March, where the Weeks had a 2-1 lead with a little over seven minutes remaining. However, the McDonald’s would get the equalizer, and then the winner with less than two minutes to go in the contest, to earn the Nova Scotia title. Article contentA local team that did win the provincial title last season was the Pictou County U15 Major WearWell Bombers. Many of those players are in camp with the Weeks this year, joining a strong group of returning players, as well as other hopefuls from different teams. Article contentArticle contentMacLennan talked about having the graduating Bombers in camp. Article content“Obviously, some talented players and I think anytime you can potentially add players who have had experience in big moments and big games, and were successful in those moments, that only helps your group,” he said. Article content“At the end of the day, you like to have players who have developed winning habits and focused on the winning details; so, it was nice to see them have that success last year and hopefully they can contribute to our success this year.” Article content As they did often in the game, the Weeks pounce on a loose puck after an offensive zone draw. Pictou County defeated Cole Harbour 6-0. Photo by Richard MacKenzie /The NewsArticle contentArticle contentDIFFICULT DECISIONS Article contentBut having such a strong group to choose from means there will be some tough decisions for MacLennan and the rest of the coaching staff. Article content“Everyone has such pride and passion and wants to play for the program and in this league,” he said. “There are a ton of talented kids and a ton of kids who have a great work ethic and attitude.
After a year of almost, Weeks looking to take the next step
