Framingham, Franklin, Milford Wrestlers Earn All-States Titles

Fans to vote for 2026 Daily News Boys Wrestler of the Year

Apr. 17, 2026 at 9:29am

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Three local high school wrestlers from Framingham, Franklin, and Milford won All-States wrestling championships in Springfield. Framingham's Adriana DeGroat, Franklin's John Woodall, and Milford's Derek Marcolini all took home titles, and now fans can vote to determine the 2026 Daily News Boys Wrestler of the Year.

Why it matters

Wrestling is a popular high school sport in the Metrowest region, and these All-States titles showcase the talent and dedication of local athletes. The annual Wrestler of the Year award allows the community to recognize the top performer and celebrate the sport's growth in the area.

The details

At the All-States wrestling championships in Springfield, Framingham's Adriana DeGroat, Franklin's John Woodall, and Milford's Derek Marcolini each won individual titles in their respective weight classes after dominant tournament performances. This marks the first All-States championships for DeGroat, Woodall, and Marcolini, cementing their status as elite wrestlers in the state.

  • The All-States wrestling championships took place on April 12-13, 2026 in Springfield.
  • Voting for the 2026 Daily News Boys Wrestler of the Year is now open and will close on April 24, 2026.

The players

Adriana DeGroat

A wrestler for the Framingham High School team who won an individual All-States title.

John Woodall

A wrestler for the Franklin High School team who won an individual All-States title.

Derek Marcolini

A wrestler for the Milford High School team who won an individual All-States title.

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What they’re saying

“Winning All-States is a dream come true. I've been working so hard, and it's an honor to represent my school and community.”

— Adriana DeGroat, Framingham High School Wrestler

“The competition was fierce, but my teammates and coaches pushed me to be my best. I'm grateful for their support throughout the season.”

— John Woodall, Franklin High School Wrestler

“This title means everything to me. I can't wait to celebrate with my family and the Milford wrestling community.”

— Derek Marcolini, Milford High School Wrestler

What’s next

Voting for the 2026 Daily News Boys Wrestler of the Year will close on April 24, 2026, with the winner announced the following day.

The takeaway

The All-States wrestling championships showcase the talent and dedication of local high school athletes, and the Wrestler of the Year award allows the community to celebrate the sport's growth and recognize the top performer in the Metrowest region.