11/28/2025
✨Incoming feel‑good story of the season!
Wiley Dinsmore — CAYFL’s Bob Gnoza finalist and now featured in the Marblehead Current — is making headlines for all the right reasons.
MVP: From flagfootball to fan favorite - Marblehead Current https://share.google/5QGHAjtK3nt0TaxJX
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Check out Wiley's 2025 MYF Bob Gnoza nomination:
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It is with great pride and enthusiasm that I nominate Wiley Dinsmore for the Bob Gnoza Award. Wiley is an 8th grade player who embodies the spirit, grit, and heart that this award represents. A neurodivergent athlete who attends SEEM Collaborative School in Stoneham, Wiley has shown unwavering commitment to Marblehead Youth Football, making it to practice every day—no small feat given the distance and demands of his schedule.
Wiley has played for Marblehead Youth Football for three years, and in that time, he’s become a fixture of our program. He keeps the coaching staff on their toes, always bringing energy, humor, and wittiness to the field. One unforgettable moment came when Wiley challenged one of our coaches to a “bull in the ring” hitting drill—his confidence and love for the game are unmatched.
Last year, Wiley was a member of our B team Superbowl championship squad, where he not only contributed to the team but scored a touchdown—an achievement that lit up the sidelines and showcased his determination. This season, one of Wiley’s most memorable plays came during a kickoff against North Reading, where he nearly recovered an onside kick. He took a hard hit and to this day insists it was a late hit — we may need to check the game film on that one.
Wiley’s enthusiasm is infectious. Whether he’s practicing WWE-style suplexes on the Jax Football tackler or rocking his signature Hulk Hogan socks during games, he brings joy and personality to every moment. His family’s support is equally inspiring—his mom once dressed up as Hulk Hogan and surprised the team with cupcakes for Wiley’s birthday, a gesture that perfectly captures the love and community Wiley fosters around him. The coaching staff was so appreciative, and when asked about her costume, Wiley’s mom simply said, 'Wiley loves the Hulk—and I love Wiley.'"
Beyond the field, Wiley demonstrates leadership and empathy. When I was traveling for work, he consistently asked how my trip was—small gestures that speak volumes about his character. He’s a teammate who lifts others up, leads by example, and reminds us all why youth sports matter.
Wiley Dinsmore is not just a football player. He’s a force of nature, a teammate you want in your huddle, and a young man who truly represents the legacy of Bob Gnoza. I can think of no one more deserving of this year’s award.
