Heavy sledding during busy time for Bearcats
The trip to Northern New Brunswick proved to be grueling, with weather only part of it.
Friday in Campbellton, the hometown Tigers jumped to a three-goal lead before the Bearcats generated a response.
Truro closed the gap briefly but Campbellton engineered a commanding lead en route to what, on paper, looked like a convincing win.
The Bearcat effort was a good one. Unfortunately, a short bench consisting of 11 forwards and only four defencemen was unable to hold off the attacking Tigers.
Sunday, in Miramichi, the script was similar - the Timberwolves
take an early lead, the Bearcats’ response came but not nearly enough.
In any sport, injuries take a toll. It’s hard to chase the game when numbers are down. It comes with the territory.
Things can get complicated when make-up games enter the picture. The schedule for the week reflects that.
Tuesday, the Bearcat Timberwolf rematch is set to go at the RECC. That doesn’t allow much recuperation time.
Thursday, the Bearcats are off to Amherst to face the Ramblers. To date, Truro has been victors in four of their five meetings.
The Rambler roster underwent some tweaking in January, so they can’t be happy with their fifth-place spot in the current standings.
Saturday, the Bearcats host the Yarmouth Mariners, winners of four of the previous six meetings. The Mariners are first overall in the MHL at this time and have already clinched a spot in post-season play. The Bearcats wish to put some doubt in their minds.
‘Skate With the Bearcats’ will be held after that game. This is part of the Truro Winter Long John Festival and a great opportunity to show appreciation for the fan support received.
The MHL recently announced the Bearcats will be in Edmundston to face the Blizzard next Wednesday,
Feb. 15. That make-up game will kick off a four-game stretch on the road.
By definition, grueling means tiring and demanding.
Bearcat-of-the-week honours went to second-year defenceman, Simon Mullen. As one of four defencemen last weekend, he received big minutes and allowed the opportunity to play under pressure in all situations. After two seasons with the Truro Major U-15, he spent a season with the Weeks Major U-18 squad. The 2021 Bearcat territorial pick was one of seven rookies last year. He has grown his game into being a reliable, dependable D-man.