Landon DuPont named WHL Player of the Week
EVERETT, Wash. — Landon DuPont has been named WHL Player of the Week for the week ending Dec. 29!
DuPont, an ’09-born defenseman, participated in two games this week, both victories over the Seattle Thunderbirds. He netted a powerplay goal with an assist and five shots on goal on Friday, Dec. 27 at Climate Pledge Arena, helping the Tips to a 5-3 win in front of 8,872 fans. DuPont followed up that performance with two goals and an assist with four shots on Saturday, Dec. 28 in a 6-1 win. He was named first star of the game for his performance before a sold-out crowd of 8,249 at Angel of the Winds Arena.
Landon DuPont currently ranks fourth on the Silvertips and first amongst all WHL rookies in scoring with nine goals and a team-leading 28 assists on the season. Seventeen of his 37 points have come on the powerplay. His +22 defensive rating is tied for the best amongst all WHL rookies and fifth in the league amongst defensemen.
DuPont was previously recognized as WHL Rookie of the Month for September/October.
What’s next…
- COWBELL GIVEAWAY: Be one of the first 1,500 fans on Jan. 4 vs Victoria! BUY TICKETS
- FAITH & FAMILY NIGHT: Join the Silvertips for Hockey Happy Hour as they battle the Spokane Chiefs Jan. 10! BUY TICKETS
- FULL PROMO SCHEDULE: See what’s on the horizon at Angel of the Winds Arena! VIEW SCHEDULE
