Rhode Island hockey player who lost family in rink shooting advances team to state title game

Colin Dorgan scored a double-overtime goal to send Blackstone Valley to the state title game a month after his mother, brother and grandfather were killed at a rink shooting.

Colin Dorgan scored a double-overtime goal Wednesday to send Blackstone Valley to the state title game. The senior’s goal came about a month after his mother, brother and grandfather were killed at the high school rink during the team’s senior night in February. Dorgan wore a patch with their initials as he celebrated with teammates. Officials have reported the identified shooter died of an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound and investigations are ongoing. Known details: - Dorgan scored the winning goal in double overtime to lift Blackstone Valley into the state title game. - His mother, brother and grandfather were killed at the rink during the team's senior night in February. - Others were wounded, and authorities reported the identified shooter died from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound. - Officials said investigations into the circumstances of the shooting are ongoing. Summary: Colin Dorgan’s goal advanced his team and was notable because it came after recent family losses at the same rink. The game is a significant moment for the team while authorities continue their inquiries. Undetermined at this time.