After emerging as a productive goal scorer last season, junior midfielder/forward Maxx Figueroa has taken on a different role this fall for St. Laurence.

Figueroa is coming off the bench. His minutes have been limited at times, and sometimes, he slots into a midfield role instead of his familiar spot at striker. He scored just one regular-season goal.

None of that has taken away his confidence or desire to make a difference for the Vikings.

“Some kids like to put their heads down if they’re not starting, but I’m not going to let it affect me mentally because that will affect my play,” Figueroa said. “Coming off the bench, I always feel like, ‘I’ve got this.’ I know I have to take my opportunity. It’s right there and I have to grab it.

“I have to work my butt off. Once I’m on the fiel

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