Coach I'll see you tomorrow

On February 16, 2026, Blackstone Valley's senior night was shattered when Colin's father entered the rink and fatally shot Colin's mother, Rhonda, brother, Aidan and grandfather, Gerald. In the days that followed, there was little expectation Colin would ever lace up his skates again. Then, on the eve of the Rhode Island state hockey playoffs, he sent his coach a simple text message.