Silvertips' DuPont embraces pressure from Memorial Cup, recruiters
The 17-year-old defender is drawing major NCAA interest and reported NIL offers near $1 million while Everett chases the Memorial Cup.
- On Sunday, the Everett Silvertips face the Kitchener Rangers in the Memorial Cup final, with 17-year-old defenseman Landon DuPont facing intense NCAA recruiting pressure from top programs.
- As the projected top prospect for the 2027 NHL draft, DuPont is heavily pursued by NCAA programs attempting to convince the defender to join their ranks for his draft season.
- DuPont scored two goals in Friday's semifinal, powering Everett past the Chicoutimi Sagueneens 6-1, though he remains focused on the tournament rather than his future.
- Silvertips head coach Steve Hamilton said the team's environment has been a "good fit" for DuPont, noting their successful partnership this season.
- Despite recruiting pressure, DuPont insists he has "nothing lined up right now," stating he is "focused on this event" rather than planning next season.
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The Toronto Star
Silvertips’ DuPont embraces pressure from Memorial Cup, recruiters
KELOWNA - Landon DuPont of the Everett Silvertips has a looming decision.
Winnipeg Free Press
Silvertips' DuPont embraces pressure from Memorial Cup, recruiters
KELOWNA - Landon DuPont of the Everett Silvertips has a looming decision.
Big Hype Prospects: DuPont, Vanhanen, Lecompte, Pridham
The 2026 Memorial Cup showcases top junior hockey talent, as the Kitchener Rangers and Everett Silvertips emerge as leading contenders. Both teams boast high-performing NHL draft prospects, including Landon DuPont and Matias Vanhanen of the Silvertips, who have excelled with impressive scoring records. DuPont, a 16-year-old defenseman, and Vanhanen, a winger, are key players in their quest for the championship. Other notable prospects include Na…
Silvertips’ DuPont embraces pressure from Memorial Cup, recruiters – 105.9 The Region
KELOWNA — Landon DuPont of the Everett Silvertips has a looming decision. It’s no secret the most sought after prospect in hockey is being heavily pursued by the biggest schools and best programs the NCAA has to offer. They are all trying to convince the now 17-year-old defender to make that move for his NHL draft season, following in the footsteps of Keaton Verhoeff and Gavin McKenna. The recruiting pitches are strong — the NIL money is nearing…
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