Compton Claims USHL Award

December 30, 2024 - United States Hockey League (USHL)
Waterloo Black Hawks News Release

Waterloo, Iowa - Waterloo Black Hawks defenseman Dylan Compton was chosen as the United States Hockey League's Defenseman of the Week on Monday.

The recognition follows a four-assist weekend. On Saturday, Compton tallied a pair of assists in the third period during an unsuccessful comeback bid against the Fargo Force. Fargo prevailed 5-3. However, Waterloo did rally to win a Sunday rematch, despite trailing 1-0 at the second intermission. Compton set up the game-tying and overtime-winning goals to give the Hawks a 2-1 outcome. Both goals were scored by Brendan McMorrow.

Compton is now up to 19 assists in 2024/25, which ties him for first among all league defensemen and third overall when considering all league players without regard to position. The 19-year-old from Victoria, British Columbia, has five multi-assist nights this season. Three of those efforts have come during the last four Waterloo games.

Overall, Compton has produced 21 total points in 28 appearances during 2024/25. He joined the Black Hawks midway through the 2023/24 campaign. In 24 games last year, Compton tallied one goal and nine assists. He is committed to Northeastern University.

Monday's announcement makes Compton a two-time winner of the USHL Defenseman of the Week award this season. He was previously recognized on September 30th.

Compton and the Black Hawks take on the Dubuque Fighting Saints tomorrow night at 6:05 p.m. The annual New Year's Eve game is presented by Maple Lanes and Cadillac Xtreme Bowling Center. All fans in attendance will receive a free bowling offer valid for 2025. Good seats are available by calling the Domino's Black Hawks Box Office at (319) 291-7680 or online from tickets.waterlooblackhawks.com.

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