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The Wasaga River Dragons have championship aspirations this season and they've received a big boost on their back end.

Hayden Lacquette, an offensive defenceman hailing from Dauphin, is the latest addition to the Greater Metro Junior Hockey League, as announced by the organization. Lacquette, who has made a name for himself with his impressive skill set, put up eight points in just seven games this season with the Cote Selects of the Saskatchewan East Senior Hockey League. He also played two games with the Portage Islanders.

A standout player for the Parkland U-18 Rangers program over five seasons, Lacquette embarked on his junior career with his hometown Dauphin Kings, where he made an immediate mark in 18 games during the 2021-22 season, scoring three goals and adding five assists.

At the trade deadline, he was moved to the Portage Terriers in a deal for Logan Calder. 

Lacquette’s impact continued in Portage, where he finished the season with a red-hot 17 points in just 22 games. The following year, he returned to the Terriers, seizing the opportunity to play in the prestigious Centennial Cup hosted at Stride Place. Lacquette's performance at the national championship showcased his elite talent, as he tallied three points in five games.

In addition to his stellar showing on the national stage, Lacquette finished the regular season with an impressive 54 points in 54 games and added six more points in eight playoff games. His skill, vision, and scoring touch make him a player to watch as he continues to elevate his game.

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Lacquette played one game for Waywayseecappo last season before joining Cote.

He will now join a Dragons team that is in second place in the North Division at 26-6-1.

They're just five points back of the league-leading Bradford Rattlers and Wasaga has the highest-powered offence in the league with 204 goals, six more than the next closest team.