Royals sign Czech forward Marek Peroutka to WHL Scholarship and Development Agreement

Victoria, B.C., – The Victoria Royals announced the signing of 2007-born forward Marek Peroutka to a WHL Scholarship and Development Agreement.

Peroutka, who stands at 6’4, 194 lbs., was selected by Victoria with the 58th overall pick in the 1st round of the 2026 CHL Import Draft on June 30th. Hailing from Most, Czechia, Peroutka grew up in the HC Litvinov system, playing this season primarily for the U20 team and making his Men’s league debut this past February.

In 52 games this past season, Peroutka scored 26 goals and 19 assists for 45 points and followed it up with four points in four games in the playoffs, including the primary assist on overtime winning goal that helped Litvinov U20 stay in their current league.