NOTEBOOK: Totem Bowl Rivalry Renewed on Saturday
Anacortes and Mount Vernon open 2023 prep football season with 91st meeting
Two of Whatcom County's most successful programs set to square off at historic Civic Field
Two of Whatcom County's most successful high school football programs will renew their rivalry Saturday when Anacortes and Mount Vernon open the 2023 season at Civic Field.
The Seahawks and Bulldogs will meet for the 91st time in a series that dates back to 1923. The teams have split the last two meetings, with Mount Vernon winning 21-7 in 2021 and Anacortes prevailing 20-14 last year.
Anacortes and Mount Vernon enter 2023 with high expectations
Both Anacortes and Mount Vernon are coming off successful seasons in 2022. The Seahawks went 8-3 overall and reached the Class 2A state playoffs, while the Bulldogs finished 7-4 and advanced to the Class 3A state playoffs.
Both teams have a number of key players returning this season. Anacortes is led by senior quarterback Cade Hebert, who passed for 1,500 yards and 15 touchdowns last year. Mount Vernon is led by senior running back Jayden Hampton, who rushed for over 1,000 yards and scored 15 touchdowns last year.
The Totem Bowl is one of the most anticipated rivalries in Whatcom County
The Totem Bowl is one of the most anticipated rivalries in Whatcom County. The game is always played in front of a large crowd and is often decided by a close margin.
The game is also a source of pride for both communities. Anacortes and Mount Vernon are located just a few miles apart, and the rivalry between the two schools is intense.
The game will be played at Civic Field in Anacortes
The game will be played at Civic Field in Anacortes. The stadium is located at 1700 A Avenue in Anacortes.
Tickets for the game are $10 for adults and $5 for students. Tickets can be purchased at the gate or online at www.gofan.co.
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