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Hockey Team Wins State Title Amidst Tragedy
19 Mar
Summary
- Blackstone Valley Co-op won the Division 2 state title.
- Colin Dorgan's family was killed in a shooting last month.
- The team returned to play after counseling sessions.
The Rhode Island high school hockey team, Blackstone Valley Co-op, has achieved a significant victory by winning the Division 2 state championship. This triumph occurred months after a devastating shooting in the stands during a game, an incident that claimed the lives of player Colin Dorgan's mother, brother, and grandfather.
The team, deeply affected by the February 16th tragedy, made the courageous decision to continue their season. Following counseling sessions, every player returned to the ice. Colin Dorgan played a pivotal role in their playoff success, scoring the game-tying goal in regulation in the final match.
Blackstone Valley Co-op secured the championship in a thrilling quadruple-overtime game, defeating their opponents 3-2. This victory serves as a powerful symbol of resilience and a cathartic moment for a community that rallied around the team.
