Bellingham Senior Ethan Fields Close to Breaking School Record

The Red Raiders have produced some great pass catchers over the years. Steve Jones was a dynamic receiver, and the first player in Whatcom County history to catch 40 passes in a season. Oliver Dougherty made big play after big play, averaging over 20 yards a catch, and scored 13 touchdowns as a receiver. Mike Elsner was a two-time All-League receiver, and Tyler DeFries was described as “All-World” by the Oak Harbor coach in 1995 when DeFries caught nine passes for 219 yards. Azubo Bearden was an All-State second team performer, and Ty Elmendorf had legit 4.4 speed. Toby Seim could out jump anyone, and J.T. Fitzgerald had an abundance of athletic ability. They have also produced great tight ends like Adam Rothenbuhler, Kevin Engman, Jason Staeber and Craig Palm. But, nobody in the history of the red and white has caught more passes than Brant Bengen. He graduated in 1982 with 79 career receptions. That record has stood for 36 years, and it could be broken tonight. Ethan Fields comes into tonight’s game with 77 career receptions, and he’s been amazing to watch these past three years. Whether he’s split out wide, in the backfield, or in the slot, Fields always makes the play. He’s also one of the hardest hitters on defense, and has scored four defensive touchdowns in his career. Keep you eyes on #22 tonight, what an amazing player!