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Giants Select Defenceman Colton Roberts with the 11th Overall Pick in the 2021 WHL Prospects Draft

December 9, 2021 - Western Hockey League (WHL)
Vancouver Giants News Release


Vancouver, B.C. - With the 11th overall pick in the 2021 WHL Prospects Draft, the Vancouver Giants are proud to select 2006-born defenceman Colton Roberts (Maple Ridge, B.C.).

Roberts, a 6'1", 161-pound right handed shot has produced five goals and 21 assists for 26 points in 17 games so far this season with the Delta Hockey Academy's U-17 Prep program. He's also appeared in one game this season with the U-18 Prep team.

"He's made tremendous strides this year. He's a big, strong leader on the ice. He's got a ton of assists, and can activate a power play," said Vancouver Giants General Manager Barclay Parneta. "He fits our team's identity really well, plus he's a local kid. We're really excited to welcome Colton Roberts and his family to our organization."

The selection of Colton Roberts marks the second consecutive year that the Vancouver Giants have selected a defenceman in the first round. Previous defencemen selected by Vancouver in Round 1 in recent seasons include:

- Mazden Leslie (2020)

- Bowen Byram (2016)

- Matt Barberis (2013)

The Vancouver Giants next scheduled selection is set for Round 3, pick 57.

A full recap of all of the Vancouver Giants 2021 WHL Prospect Draft selections will be issued later today.

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