Blackstone Valley hockey team honored at Red Sox game

Colin Dorgan, who lost family in arena shooting, throws out first pitch

Apr. 6, 2026 at 12:50am

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The Blackstone Valley Schools co-op hockey team was honored at Fenway Park by the Boston Red Sox on Sunday. Colin Dorgan, whose mother, brother and grandfather were shot and killed during a senior night game at the Lynch Arena, threw out the first pitch. A tribute video that memorialized the victims of the deadly shooting and showcased the team's championship run played on the jumbotron.

Why it matters

The ceremony was a poignant moment for the Blackstone Valley hockey community, which has endured unimaginable tragedy. The team's state championship run provided a rare moment of joy and triumph in the wake of the devastating arena shooting.

The details

The Blackstone Valley Schools co-op hockey team was invited to Fenway Park to be honored by the Boston Red Sox. During the ceremony, Colin Dorgan, whose family members were killed in a shooting at the team's home arena, threw out the first pitch. A tribute video played on the jumbotron, honoring the victims of the shooting and celebrating the team's championship season.

  • The ceremony took place on Sunday, April 6, 2026.
  • The Blackstone Valley team won the Division II state title in quadruple overtime just weeks prior to the Fenway Park ceremony.

The players

Colin Dorgan

A member of the Blackstone Valley Schools co-op hockey team, whose mother, brother and grandfather were shot and killed during a senior night game at the Lynch Arena.

Blackstone Valley Schools co-op hockey team

The high school hockey team that was honored at Fenway Park by the Boston Red Sox for their recent state championship victory.

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The takeaway

The Blackstone Valley hockey team's triumph on the ice provided a rare moment of joy and unity for a community still reeling from a devastating tragedy. The Fenway Park ceremony was a powerful display of resilience and the healing power of sports.