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Victoria Royals reload at WHL Draft as Island talent makes its mark

The 2025 WHL Prospects Draft occurred on May 7 and 8, featuring 12 Okanagan-based players selected to advance their hockey careers.
This draft followed strong regional development, with 10 draftees coming from local hockey academies and teenagers eager to progress.
Among the notable draftees were forward Kain Martiniuk, who was taken with the 15th pick in the first round by the Saskatoon Blades, and goaltender Dylan Mingo, selected 41st overall in the second round by the Moose Jaw Warriors.
Martiniuk scored 44 goals and 36 assists for 80 points last season in 57 games, while Mingo posted a.899 save percentage in 21 games.
The draft highlights the strength of Okanagan hockey programs and signals a shift for local teams integrating emerging talent in coming seasons.

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