A couple of ugly losses for the High River Flyers at the hands of the Strathmore Wheatland Kings last weekend has them hoping for better things this weekend as they play a two'fer against the Okotoks Bisons.

New Flyers Head Coach Bruce Cowie says they got some new bodies in camp this week which helps, but he says the early part of the season will be a work in progress.

"Just asking the people to be patient with us right now. Like I said it's going to take a little bit of time. We definitely have the talent to get into the playoffs this year. That's one thing I don't do, I'm not going to give up on these kids. Sometimes all it takes is for them to start believing in themselves too."

The Flyers and Bisons meet Friday night at 8:15 at the Rec-Plex in High River.

They'll close out the pre-season Sunday night in at 8:30 at the Murray Arena Okotoks.