Teen Phenom Landon DuPont Conquers WHL

Calgary's very own Landon DuPont is making history! This 15-year-old has been granted the rare 'exceptional status' to play in the WHL—and the hockey world is buzzing! Dubbed a 'no-brainer' decision by hockey experts, Landon is the talk of the town following in the footsteps of legends. With his dad, Micki DuPont, a former pro player turned high-performance coach, backing him up, Landon's already smashing records and stealing hearts.

Breaking the Ice: Landon's Exceptional Journey

What's the scoop on this wunderkind defenseman? At just 14 years, Landon netted an impressive 24 goals and 78 points against players years his senior, carving his path to success. His right-shot dominance sets him up to be the top pick at the WHL Bantam Draft, and the Everett Silvertips are holding that golden ticket. Will Landon live up to his lineage and become the next big hockey sensation?

But wait, it's not just about on-ice prowess. Landon's also a stellar kid off the rink—humble, coachable, and an all-around team player. He's been through the wringer—an essay, exhaustive game assessments, meetings with a sports psychologist—and still came out on top. WHL execs can't help but compare him to hockey stars like Cale Makar. Simply put, they say, Landon's 'special at his age.'

In the big moments, he wants to make the difference. Landon is not just playing the game; he's changing it.

So, what does the future hold for this teen marvel? The sky's the limit, and the entire hockey community is watching, waiting for what's next in Landon DuPont's extraordinary journey on ice.