USA Hockey's Lane Hutson, a native of Holland, Michigan, became the first American to win the National Hockey League's E.J. McGuire Award of Excellence, presented annually to a candidate who best exemplifies commitment to excellence through strength of character, competitiveness, and athleticism.
The defenseman with the National Team Development Program Under-18 team recorded a team-high 53 assists with 10 goals in 60 games. At the U18 world championships, Hutson was named the best defenseman of the tournament helping Team USA earn a silver medal.
"As a 5’8” defenseman, any description of Lane has always referenced his size," director of NHL scoring Dan Marr said.