Basketball Free Throw Massachusetts State Champions

We are incredibly proud to announce the outstanding achievements of our Franklin, MA champions at the Knights of Columbus State Basketball Free Throw competition. Their dedication and skill on the court have brought great honor to our local council.

Basketball Free Throw Massachusetts State Champions

1st Place MA State Champion for 13 Year Old Boys — Chris B. Naydenov

2nd Place MA State Champion for 10 Year Old Boys — Daylan Chu

3rd Place MA State Champion for 11 Year Old Boys — Liam Sebastian Pierre-Canal

Special congratulations to these boys champions. They were terrific — Franklin Council, South District, and South Regional champs, and now the ultimate: K of C Massachusetts State Free Throw Basketball Champions! The good news is that they will be back next year to compete.

Joey Paglia, who won the Council, South District, and South Regional Championships, could not attend the States due to two AAU practice commitments — but congratulations to Joey!

Thank you to all the parents and families for your unwavering support. Good job everyone!

St. Mary's Franklin Community and neighboring towns: please consider having your 9–14 year old boys and girls, grandchildren, and friends join us next year in the 2027 Franklin Council Free Throw Basketball contest. It's a lot of fun and exciting to watch our contestants shoot and compete! God bless — see you all next year!