NEWS: Morgan to shift focus after cup disappointment
Aspray Glasgow West sponsored Glasgow Clan head coach Jason Morgan says focus immediately turned to this weekend after Wednesday’s Challenge Cup semi-final loss to the Guildford Flames.
Clan host the Belfast Giants on Saturday at Braehead Arena (face off 7:00pm) before making the trip to take on Nottingham Panthers on Sunday at the Motorpoint Arena.
But Morgan insists he drew a line under the disappointment on missing out on a place in the Challenge Cup Final straight away.
“Because it’s a quick turnaround, we changed our focus straight to this weekend and Belfast as the league points are so crucial,” he said.
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“Everyone had a meeting after the game where a lot was discussed so the attention is fully on the remaining games, and making a solid push to put us in a good position for the play-offs.
“You need a short memory in this game and we’re coming off an emotional loss in a game where I felt we had a chance to move on to a cup final.
“Every point is important for us and it’s a big test against Belfast on Saturday. They’ve had some adversity too, and will miss players away with the GB team so it’s a good challenge for us where we need the points.”
Morgan spoke of having to go back to basics during what’s been a tough run of games.
And he insists preparation has been key in a congested period with three games and two road trips to factor in.
He added: “When you go through a tough stretch, it’s trying to get back to the fun of the game and rediscovering that positive, upbeat energy.
“From start to finish, from camp at the start of the season to the play-offs, it’s a grind. Not only mentally but physically, and that’s something that needs to be managed.
“We’re constantly doing pre-scouts and video so we had the games this weekend done early, so we could turn straight to that after we finished in Guildford.
“Now it’s right back to business, coming up against two tough opponents. The league is so tight and you need to be ready for every shift. The guys are ready for it this weekend.”
