It was an early “prove yourself” moment in the young varsity career of Ben Piekarz.

With Marmion trailing Batavia by three points and less than a minute remaining, the junior was subbed onto the court with one goal in mind – knocking down a 3-pointer to tie the game up.

“I was excited to come in,” Piekarz said. “That was a really solid play that was drawn up for me.”

As the play went along, Piekarz finally got the ball at the top of the key and quickly got a shot off.

Not only did he tie it up with the shot, but he also drew the foul to give Marmion the lead.

“That was the greatest feeling ever,” Piekarz said. “It was just amazing, I don’t think I’ve had a better feeling.”

Piekarz’s 4-point play gave the Cadets the lead, which they wouldn’t let go of the rest of the way to secure

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