Magic Benton was honored with the Cutters Catch of the Week

Magic Benton was honored with the Cutters Catch of the Week for a fourth quarter touchdown reception that helped the ‘Cats hold off the ThunderBirds, 41-35.

Benton (6-0, 200, Miami) is the Week 15 recipient of the Cutters Catch of the Week Award, a weekly honor that emerged in 2006 to highlight the player who makes the best catch in the af2.  Benton’s catch was a 30 yard touchdown reception that gave the Firecats the lead for good with 7:05 to play in the fourth quarter.  The veteran playmaker stretched out to catch Chris Wallace’s pass nearly in stride.

“Magic’s touchdown catch was big to solidify the game,” Bouis said.  “He was wide open and just had to make sure he came down with it to put us in the lead for good.”

Benton finished the night with 8 catches for 91 yards and the one touchdown.  He is the af2’s all-time leader in receptions (606), receiving yards (8,068) and receiving touchdowns (170).  Benton also ranks second all-time in points (1,050) and total touchdowns (172).

The Firecats return to Germain Arena on Saturday, July 19th to face the Tennessee Valley Vipers. Kickoff is scheduled for 7:30 p.m., EDT.  Call (239) 390-CATS (2287) today to reserve your seats! Visit the team online at www.FloridaFirecats.com.

(firecats press release)