Keaton Verhoeff Named Captain of Team Canada for 2025 Hlinka Gretzky Cup

Keaton Verhoeff Named Captain of Team Canada for 2025 Hlinka Gretzky Cup

Keaton Verhoeff, a defenseman for the Victoria Royals, has been named the captain of Team Canada for the upcoming 2025 Hlinka Gretzky Cup. Landon DuPont from the Everett Silvertips and Daxon Rudolph from the Prince Albert Raiders will serve as alternate captains for the team. Verhoeff previously captained Team Canada White at the U17 World Hockey Challenge, where they won a gold medal, while DuPont led Team Canada Red to a silver medal in the same tournament. Rudolph captained Team Canada at the 2024 Youth Olympic Games, with Verhoeff as his assistant. Verhoeff, who is 17 years old, scored the most goals among Victoria Royals defensemen this season, with 21.

In addition to his role as captain of the Victoria Royals, Keaton Verhoeff will now lead Team Canada at the prestigious 2025 Hlinka Gretzky Cup. Landon DuPont and Daxon Rudolph will support him as alternate captains, bringing their leadership experience from previous international tournaments. Verhoeff's success as a goal-scoring defenseman for the Royals has earned him this opportunity to represent his country on the international stage.

The trio of Verhoeff, DuPont, and Rudolph will bring a wealth of leadership and experience to Team Canada as they prepare for the 2025 Hlinka Gretzky Cup. With Verhoeff's scoring prowess, DuPont's silver medal-winning experience, and Rudolph's leadership at the Youth Olympic Games, the team is poised for success. The announcement of the team's leadership group sets the stage for an exciting competition ahead.