Rhode Island hockey captain Colin Dorgan scored a double-overtime game-winning goal to send his team to the championship game, calling it "the greatest moment of my life."

Dorgan wore a patch on his jersey bearing the initials of his mother, brother and grandfather, who were killed in a family tragedy. His father, who is transgender, was responsible for their deaths according to reports.

The dramatic goal came in the second overtime period, capping an emotional performance by the team captain who has been playing while dealing with the loss of multiple family members.

Dorgan's goal secured Rhode Island's advancement to the championship game, marking a significant achievement for both the player and the program during what has been an extraordinarily difficult period.

The victory represents both a sporting triumph and a personal milestone for Dorgan, who has continued competing at the highest level while processing the tragic circumstances surrounding his family's death.