Countdown To Blastoff With Ac Pro Staffer Rob Digh-It's Classic Time!!

It's BASSMASTER CLASSIC time, and Grand Lake in OK is the hot spot! AC Pro staffer Rob Digh talks about how BIG the weights could be out there this week (We are there btw) as well as numerous other tournaments around the region!!


Elite Series Pro Brandon Coulter grabs Corona for the 2016 Elite Series Season

 

Brandon Coulter likes sand, sun, and a cold Corona as much as the next guy.  However his “beach” is the front deck of his bass boat, especially when the fish are biting.  “Besides being with my wife and four kids, there is no place in the world I would rather be than in my boat fishing,” said Coulter.  “I’ve traveled all over the world and visited some amazing places and found my ‘beach’ is a bass boat.”

Corona Extra will be the primary theme of his tournament boat, tow vehicle, and jersey for the 2016 fishing season.

A relaxing beach and a quiet fishing trip might sound fairly similar for the uninitiated. However, there is very little comparison between sun, sand and the type of fishing Coulter does.  He fishes the Bassmaster Elite Series which is fast-paced, high horsepower, high stakes, and high rewards.  “Fishing for a living can be stressful for sure,” remarked Coulter, “but it’s what I love.  And having all that pressure makes it very worthwhile and rewarding when I have a good tournament.  It makes that Corona back at the house taste all the better too,” said the veteran angler.

Wives of professional anglers are always happy to hear about companies thinking highly-enough of their husbands to sponsor them in their professional pursuits.  However, for the most part the products those companies sell do not pique their interest a whole lot.  Corona Extra and Deanna Coulter are an exception.  “Best sponsorship of all time!” laughed Coulter’s wife.  “Corona has always been my favorite but now it’s gone to stratosphere status!”

Cherokee Distribution, based in East Tennessee, began working with Coulter four years ago using fishing-centric promotions to increase sales and brand awareness.  “The programs have all proven to be so successful we decided to approach Constellation Brands and Corona for Brandon’s second season of the Elite Series,” said Shane Sloan, Director of Business Development at Cherokee Distributing.  “As a brand they’ve never done anything like this and for that reason it is very compelling,”

“Working with an angler like Brandon Coulter is something I am so excited to be a part of,” said Bobby Shannon, MDM TN/AR - of Constellation Brands.  “Living in the South I know how big a deal fishing is.  So many of our customers are big-time anglers and they completely understand a man’s “beach” oftentimes has everything to do with personal happiness and a relaxed state of mind.  We wish Brandon all the success in the world this year and we will be behind him all the way.”

About Cherokee Distributing

Founded in 1958, Cherokee Distributing Company offers the leading brands of beer and other non-alcoholic beverages to suit a wide range of consumer tastes in 53 Counties of East and Middle Tennessee.  Its extensive experience in the industry and a rich history in East Tennessee, allows it to respond to the needs of today’s marketplace with efficient, courteous and reliable service.  For more information visit www.cherokeedistributing.com.

About Corona / Constellation Brands

Constellation Brands Beer Division is the exclusive brewer, marketer and supplier of a growing portfolio of high-end, iconic, imported beer brands for the U.S. market.  The portfolio includes Corona Extra (the #1 imported beer in the U.S. and #5 beer overall), Corona Light, Modelo Especial, Negra Modelo, Pacifico and Victoria beer brands.  For more information visit www.cbrands.com

.About Brandon Coulter

Brandon Coulter of Knoxville, TN is headed towards his second season on the prestigious Bassmaster Elite Series.  In his rookie season on the Elite Series he qualified for the AOY Championship, ending the season 45th in points.  He fished seven years on the FLW Tour and qualified for three FLW Championships.  Prior to competitive fishing he owned and sold an outdoor marketing agency and a construction company.  He is active on his Facebook page www.facebook.com/Brandon.Coulter.Fishing, Instagram @bcoulterfishing and Twitter @bcoulterfishing.  His website is www.BrandonCoulterFishing.com.


Crossed Industries Launches New Website In Time For Bassmasters Classic

Crossed Industries created by Industry Professional Dave Davis and Elite Series Pro Brandon Palaniuk

Bassmaster Elite Series professional Brandon Palaniuk and industry professional Dave Davis have teamed up to launch Crossed Industries; a new source for aftermarket automotive accessories and customization. Crossed Industries is the place for anyone one who loves fishing and their trucks, to buy quality accessories.

Crossed Industries will allow anglers and truck owners to browse and purchase anything they need to make their vehicle more efficient, effective and present the right image for promotions. Crossed Industries carries everything from interior and exterior accessories, LED lighting, to wheels and tires; it’s where automotive crosses into angling.

For ease of use, Crossed Industries members can quickly find parts by vehicle make and model or by the manufacture brand. The Crossed Industries site allows customers to have parts shipped directly to them or the up-fitter of their choice.

A former B.A.S.S. Nation National Champion and two-time Bassmaster Elite Series Champion, Palaniuk has spent much of his time in recent years in his truck towing his boat to Elite Series, Opens and Major League Fishing events. He recognized the need for a place that allowed anglers to make their vehicles better. “The need for a one stop shop for automotive accessories for anglers is a big one, I constantly hear guys talking about stuff they need or want for their trucks,” said Palaniuk. Tow rigs aren’t an afterthought anymore, without them you never make it to the lake, and our aim is to help make that happen.”

Davis, a veteran of the automotive industry and a passionate angler himself has a track record of helping companies; from fortune 500’s to start ups, grow and serve customers successfully. As a former partner of Rigid Industries, he was very involved in lighting up the fishing world, and is excited about this new venture. “I can’t think of anything better than helping anglers with the relationships I’ve made in both the automotive and angling communities,” said Davis. “After repeatedly being asked by anglers if I knew someone that could help with tires, lift kits, tow hitches or batteries etc., it all clicked and I knew this is what I wanted to do. To be able to partner with Brandon on this makes it that much better.”

Along with completing the storefront, Crossed Industries is actively assembling a pro staff team to help promote the brand across the country. More information on team members, contingencies, sponsorship opportunities and new product releases can be found on https://www.facebook.com/crossedindustries. For additional information and to view the product offerings visit http://www.crossedindustries.com.

About Crossed Industries
Established in 2015, Crossed Industries vision is to be the Angler’s number one source of vehicular aftermarket parts. Crossed Industries has teamed up with the best manufactures in the world to provide everything from tires, rims, LED lights, hitches, interior accessories and exterior accessories like bumpers, truck bed covers and roof racks. Crossed Industries is committed to supporting their customers and the marine community by continuously offering new product lines to meet customer needs. Crossed Industries is headquartered in Mesa, Arizona. For more information please visit: www.crossedindustries.com


Weekend Wrap Up With Ac Pro Staffer Rob Digh

AC Pro Staffer Rob Digh helps us break down some of the MANY TOURNAMENTS this past weekend! Weights were somewhat light, but that won't last for long as Rob says get ready to hit the water NOW!


Nichols Marine To Host Bassmaster Classic Kickoff Party

Nichols Marine to Host Bassmaster Classic Kickoff Party
Public event features appearances by Top Touring Pros and free food
TULSA, Okla. (February 29, 2016) - Each year a host marine is selected to host a party to officially launch the largest bass fishing tournament in the world. This year, Nichols Marine is selected to host the annual Bassmaster Classic Kickoff party. The festivities take place on March 3 from 3-6pm at 6556 E 21st St. Tulsa, Okla.

The party, which is open to the public, will give attendees the opportunity to meet top Triton Elite Series pros, Triton founder Earl Bentz, as well as enter for a chance to win many door prizes. Attendees can also join the pros for free food and beverages while supplies last.
"This is a great opportunity to meet and chat with pros that are fishing the Classic, past champions and anglers on the pro circuit," said Nichols Marine owner Gary Nichols. "It's also a great time to stop by the showroom and get a look at the new models. There is ample opportunity to talk with the pros and discuss our great lineup of boats."
Nichols Marine Classic Kickoff Party is family friendly and admission is free. Triton Pros scheduled to attend the event include Shaw Grigsby, Boyd Duckett, Casey Ashley, Gerald Swindle, Randy Howell, Stephen Browning, Terry Scroggins, Brandon Card, Hank Cherry, Albert Collins, Dave Mullins and Thomas Martin.
EVENT DETAILS
2016 Bassmaster Classic Kick Off Party Hosted by Nichols Marine
Time: 3 to 6 p.m.
Date: March 3, 2016
Location: Nichols Marine, 6556 E 21st St. Tulsa, OK
For more information about Nichols Marine, go online to www.nicholsmarineinc.com or call (918) 838-2500.

Elite Series Pro And 2 Time Classic Qualifier Talks To Us About Custom Rods And What He Is Building For This Weeks Classic.

Elite Series Angler Brandon Lester talks about Mud Hole Tackle and the rods he is building for the Bassmasters Classic this week. "Building my own rods allow me to get the perfect action, weight, grip, etc that I am looking for to help me catch more fish. No compromises."


Big Bass, Big Winnings for Romans & McMillan at Bass Champs on Lake Fork

New records were set as Bass Champs North Region kicked off their 2016 season February 27, 2016 on beautiful Lake Fork. A phenomenal record setting field of 337 teams competed on a picture perfect day to win a portion of the pot worth over $97,000.

Temperatures started out chilly in the 40’s at take-off, but were tickling the 70 degree mark by the afternoon. Blue bird skies set the scene with winds gently out of the south, and the big fish were hungry!

Lake Fork is unique, having a slot limit on the bass. That means that any bass that measures between 16” and 24” cannot be retained, and must be released back into the lake immediately. That’s a lot of 6, 7 and 8 pounders that cannot be weighed in! Two lucky teams reeled in big ones over the slot, and enjoyed a big payday for it.

Trevor Romans of Plano, TX and Matt McMillan of Fort Worth caught the right five fish to reel in over $28,000 worth of winnings. “Our day started out great!” exclaimed Trevor. “I caught our first fish of the day in the first 10 minutes of fishing.” They started out on a secondary point that led to a spawning creek. “I was using a black & blue jig, in about 8’-10’ of water.” He felt the bite and set the hook. “I knew as soon as I set the hook it was a good fish!” The big fish wasn’t going to make it easy. “She wrapped up in a tree, and it was just a miracle that we got it!” Their first catch tipped the scales to 10.78 lbs. “After I stopped shaking, we continued fishing that area for a while but didn’t get any more bites so we left and tried some other areas, but ended up coming back. Matt caught the rest of our limit except one on a drop shot rig.” Adding their other four fish to the scales, their total weight was 13.27 pounds, winning 1st place and $20,000! Their big bass also caught a check for $1,000. Wait – we’re not done! Being the highest finishing team in a qualified Skeeter boat, they won another $5,000. This team has been fishing Bass Champs since 2001, and know how important it is to qualify for even more sponsor bonuses. Let’s keep adding up their winnings: They cashed in on the Sure Life bonus, Fun N Sun, Costa Del Mar, Under Armour, Power Pole and the Sportsmans Auto Network bonuses as well. Their day on the water yielded the team over $28,000 in winnings! “This is really great. We’ve cashed in a lot of checks with Bass Champs over the years, but this is our first 1st place win! It is so hard to win a Bass Champs tournament with this level of competition. This is a really awesome feeling. We’d like to thank Fun N Sun and Power Tackle Rods for their support. We caught our big one on a Power Tackle Rod!”

2nd place winners Wesley Davis of Mansfield, TX and Paul Mecca of Arlington anchored their win with another over the slot bass. “We started our day in the Little Caney area. There was some grass back there and feeding bass,” Wes explained. Using a lipless crank bait, Wes got his first bite within 15 minutes. “I didn’t realize it was a big fish, it wasn’t giving much of a fight. Paul saw it roll and immediately went for the net.” When Wes got the fish close to the boat, the big sow successfully dodged the net the first two attempts to secure her. “Paul is a great net man, and the third time he got her in!” Their first catch of the day weighed in at 9.28 pounds. “The rest of the day was a grind. We moved around trying to find some fish and caught some in the slot but had to let them go. We went back to our first spot and caught a few more to go with her using soft plastics.” They brought three fish to the scales for a total weight of 9.85 pounds winning 2nd place and a check for $7,500. “This is only our third or fourth tournament we’ve fished with Bass Champs, but we’ll be fishing more of them!” Wes would like to thank his partner Paul again for his great netting skills.

All total 46 teams cashed in on the winnings, with Lee Batson and Jason Greer catching the final check being the first out of the money with a $100 Fun N Sun Bonus. They weighed in four fish at 4.94 pounds.

Lowrance added winnings for Scott Dean and Richard Osborn with their Generation 3 Bonus Cash. Sportsmans Auto Network added another $1,000 in winnings to the father and son team Mike Biondi Sr and Mike Biondi Jr for being the second highest finisher in the money who has purchased a vehicle from a Sportsmans Auto Network dealer.

The next North Region event will be April 2nd on Ray Roberts. In the meantime, Bass Champs staff and crew are headed to Lake Belton for the Central Regions second tournament of the season.

 

For Complete Results http://www.basschamps.com


Phillip Anderson Of Saluda, Sc Wins Aba D-96 On Lake Murray With 16.59Lbs

 

Group picture from left to right; 1st place Phillip Anderson of Saluda, SC / 2nd place Steve Christie of Gray Court, SC / 3rd place and Big Fish Winner John Stevenson of Orangeburg, SC / 4th place Will Anderson of Chapin, SC / 5th place Jeremiah Jensen ofGroup picture from left to right; 1st place Phillip Anderson of Saluda, SC / 2nd place Steve Christie of Gray Court, SC / 3rd place and Big Fish Winner John Stevenson of Orangeburg, SC / 4th place Will Anderson of Chapin, SC / 5th place Jeremiah Jensen of Columbia, SC / 6th Place Matt Mollohan of Lexington, SC

 

John Stevenson with the tournament big fish 7.65lbs.John Stevenson with the tournament big fish 7.65lbs.

Our winner, Phillip Anderson of Saluda, SC, was fishing the middle part of the lake. He caught his fish on bladed jigs and spinnerbaits in shallow water.Phillip’s 5 fish weighing 16.59 pounds won first place and first place option for a total of $760.

Steve Christie of Gray Court, SC finished in second place fishing the middle part of the lake in the Buffalo Creek area and caught his fish on shad raps and lipless crank baits. Steve’s 5 fish weighing 15.68 pounds won second place and $389.

John Stevenson of Orangeburg, SC finished in third place with 4 fish weighing 15.55 pounds. He also won the Big Fish Pot with a 7.65 pound largemouth. John’s fish all came on a small crankbait fished around boat ramps on the middle part of the lake. His big fish is the new leader for the ALX Rod presented to the angler with the season big fish. John won $217 for third place and second place option pot. Will Anderson of Chapin, SC finished in fourth place with 5 fish weighing 15.50 pounds and took home $108.

The day was sunny with a SW wind at 5 to 15mph for most of the day. We started at 35 degrees and were at 69 degrees for the 3pm weigh-in. Water temps were in the low 50’s. The lake was stained to muddy and almost at full pool.

Productive lures were crankbaits and spinnerbaits, bladed jigs and spoons.

Here’s how we finished:

1 – Phillip Anderson , Saluda, SC – 5 fish 16.59 lbs. 200 pts.

2 – Steve Christie, Gray Court, SC - 5 fish 15.68 lbs. 199 pts.

3 – John Stevenson, Orangeburg, SC – 4 fish 15.55 lbs. BF 7.65 lbs.198 pts.

4 – Will Anderson, Chapin, SC – 5 fish 15.50 lbs. 197 pts.

5 – Jeremiah Jensen, Columbia, SC – 5 fish 15.45 lbs. 196 pts.

6 – Matt Mollohan, Lexington, SC – 4 fish 13.60 lbs. 195 pts.

7 – C. Wayne Rye, Lexington, SC – 4 fish 12.82 lbs. 194 pts.

8 – Stanley Harkins, Fletcher, NC – 3 fish 10.49 lbs. 193 pts.

9 – Jay Treon, Greenwood, SC – 4 fish 10.32 lbs. 192 pts.

10 – Pat Vance, Sumter, SC – 4 fish 8.40 lbs. 191 pts.

11 – David Griswold, Woodruff, SC – 3 fish 7.88 lbs. 190 pts.

12 – Larry Moss, Newberry, SC - 3 fish 6.67 lbs. 189 pts.

13 – Kevin Fulmer, Prosperity, SC – 3 fish 6.36 lbs. 188 pts.

14 -  Mark Richardson, Irmo, SC – 2 fish 5.94 lbs. 187 pts.

15 – Eddie Temples, Saluda, SC – 2 fish 5.31 lbs. 186 pts.

16 – Don Kneece, Saluda, SC – 2 fish 4.85 lbs. 185 pts.

17 – Phil Morris, Saluda, SC – 1 fish 3.71 lbs. 184 pts.

18 – Rodney Cromer, Pomaria, SC - 1 fish 2.33 lbs. 183 pts.

19 – Joe McDonie, Guyton, Ga. – 1 fish 1.84 lbs. 182 pts.

20 – Gene Parker, Asheville. NC – 1 fish 1.69 lbs. 181 pts.

6 anglers did not weigh in fish - 50 pts.

Money

Phillip Anderson – 1st place plaque $640 / 1st place option $120 Total - $760

Steve Christie – 2nd place plaque $389

John Stevenson – 3rd place plaque $137 / 2nd place option $80 Total - $217

Will Anderson – 4th place $108

Jeremiah Jensen – 5th place Parker Spinnerbait

Matt Mollohan – 6th place ALX Rods Hat

 

 

ALX Rod Big Fish Leader for 2016 (New Leader)

John Stevenson – 7.65 lbs. Lake Murray, February 28, 2015

 

 

ALX Rods Big Fish Award for the 2015 Season (New ALX IKOS Series Rod for Season Big Fish Winner www.alxrods.com )

Local Sponsors:

Our local sponsors will be providing products or money for products for the anglers fishing Division 96 tournaments. Please give them your support by looking to them first when considering your purchases. They are supporting you!

Kneece Investigations, LLC Saluda, SC www.kneeceinvestigations.com (864-445-3713) (one stop for both your Investigative and Surveillance Equipment needs)

ALX Rods Aiken, SC www.alxrods.com (803-645-5392) Email:  [email protected] (ALX Rods are available locally at The Tackle Shop (Martinez, GA), Palmetto State Armory (Fernandina Road in Columbia, SC & also store in Mt. Pleasant, SC), Wacky Riggers (Salisbury, NC), Calyx Outdoors (Piedmont, SC) Grady’s Great Outdoors(Anderson, SC), Lake Hartwell Outdoor Center (Anderson, SC) and direct at www.alxrods.com )

Gene Parker’s Spinnerbaits Asheville, NC - the baits that Gene Parker used to win the 2011 ABA National Championship on Lake Murray, SC www.parkerbaittechnology.com (828-691-2277)

Results and news on www.aba-sc.com and see your photos on ‘facebook’ at D-96 American Fishing Tour

Upcoming ABA Tournaments:

D-94  Mar. 5, 2016               Savannah River   Stokes Bluff

D-25  Mar. 13, 2016             Clarks Hill           Dorn Facility

D-26  Mar. 13, 2016             Clarks Hill           Wildwood Park

D-96  Mar. 20, 2016             Clarks Hill           Dorn Facility

D-94  Apr. 2, 2016               Savannah River   Stokes Bluff

D-25  Apr. 3, 2016               Russell               Hwy 72 Ramp

D-96  Apr. 10, 2016             Murray              Dreher Island State Park

D-26  Apr. 17, 2016             Clarks Hill           Wildwood Park

D-25  Apr. 24, 2016             Clarks Hill           Dorn Facility

Weekend Bass Series - 2016 Ray Scott Championship – April 6-10, 2016 – Lake Hartwell, Green Pond Landing, Anderson, SC

 


Jerry Kotal And Daryl Mccellon Win $13K In South Carolina Fishers Of Men Event On Lake Greenwood.

 

Usually this time of year Lake Greenwood is giving up 27lb bags but we only had two teams that could get to, or real close to that 20lb bag.   Jerry Kotal and Daryl McCellon had an awesome payday as the two took home over $13,000.00 counting their team bonuses from their boat manufacturer / engine manufacturer etc.. Congrats men as the Arig and Jig once again were the winning baits on Lake Greenwood.  We paid 18 teams get paid to go fishing Saturday as we had 93 teams’ fish with us.

Team Members # Fish Big Fish Gross Penalty Net Wt Meeting Points Winnings
1 18440 Jerry Kotal
Daryl McClellon
5 7.09 20.35 0.00 20.35 Yes 200 $6,002.50
2 18405 Chad Griffin
Jason McClendon
5 6.25 19.57 0.00 19.57 Yes 199 $4,725.00
3 14655 Sammy Moody
Hank O Shields
4 5.44 16.83 0.00 16.83 Yes 198 $1,215.00
4 18377 Ben Franklin
Keith Mock
5 5.52 16.78 0.00 16.78 Yes 197 $525.00
5 18376 Jerry Mullinax
Jeff Massey
4 5.67 16.74 0.00 16.74 Yes 196 $420.00
6 14349 Mike Tidwell
Brian Tidwell
5 5.62 16.67 0.00 16.67 Yes 195 $394.00
7 18397 Michael Anders
Jon Anders
5 0.00 15.91 0.00 15.91 Yes 194 $368.00
8 18658 Perry Mattress
Dennie Johnson
5 0.00 14.51 0.00 14.51 Yes 193 $341.00
9 17081 Keith Gray
Shawn Gray
5 0.00 14.50 0.00 14.50 Yes 192 $289.00
10 17078 Ronny Gillespie
Jay Driggers
5 0.00 14.05 0.00 14.05 Yes 191 $289.00
11 18651 Ben Stone
Danny Ashley
5 0.00 13.44 0.00 13.44 Yes 190 $263.00

 


Byron Kenney of Griffin, GA wins the Bulldog BFL on Lanier with 16.7lbs.

Byron Kenney of Griffin, GA wins the BFL on Lanier with 16.78 lbs.

Photo Courtesy of FLW Outdoors

 

PLACE ANGLER CITY/STATE WEIGHT WINNINGS
1 BYRON KENNEY GRIFFIN, GA 16 - 7 (5) $4,763
2 BRAD STALNAKER MILLEDGEVILLE, GA 15 - 9 (5) $2,381
3 KAREY DICKERSON DAHLONEGA, GA 14 - 3 (5) $1,585
4 JOHN CHRISTOPHER WATKINSVILLE, GA 13 - 6 (5) $1,111
5 PHIL SANDERS HOSCHTON, GA 13 - 5 (5) $953
6 WILLIAM ROGERS HIRAM, GA 12 - 12 (5) $873
7 TODD GOADE SUWANEE, GA 12 - 9 (4) $1,094
8 JOSH MADDOX GAINESVILLE, GA 12 - 6 (5) $674
8 PAT WALLACE LIZELLA, GA 12 - 6 (5) $674
10 TONY COUCH BUCKHEAD, GA 12 - 4 (5) $505
10 RODGER BEAVER DAWSON, GA 12 - 4 (5) $505
10 BRAD WILEY ALTO, GA 12 - 4 (5) $505
13 PHIL JOHNSON CUMMING, GA 12 - 3 (4) $1,143
13 JAMES KUSHMER TIFTON, GA 12 - 3 (5) $433
15 ROB JORDAN FLOWERY BRANCH, GA 12 - 0 (5) $397
16 MARK KNIGHT MCDONOUGH, GA 11 - 13 (5) $373
16 DAVID NICHOL GAINESVILLE, GA 11 - 13 (5) $373
18 BRAD DURDEN ATLANTA, GA 11 - 11 (5) $341
18 CHED MCCLURE NORMAN PARK, GA 11 - 11 (4) $341
20 JIM FARMER CUMMING, GA 11 - 9 (5) $318
21 WENDELL GRANTHAM MACON, GA 11 - 7 (5) $310
22 DAVID LOWERY PHENIX CITY, AL 11 - 3 (5) $302
23 DYLAN WYLIE CARROLLTON, GA 11 - 0 (5) $294
24 JOSH WIMBERLY HINESVILLE, GA 10 - 15 (5) $286
25 ROBERT DEES BONAIRE, GA 10 - 14 (5) $278
26 TYLER MORGAN COLUMBUS, GA 10 - 9 (5) $270
27 DOUG WHITFIELD DORAVILLE, GA 10 - 8 (5) $262
28 STEVE PHILLIPS DOUGLAS, GA 10 - 6 (5) $254
29 RUSTY EVANS ROSWELL, GA 10 - 5 (4)
30 DAVID MILLSAPS RANGER, GA 10 - 3 (3)
31 JACOB CASTLEBERRY CUMMING, GA 10 - 2 (4)
32 JOHN DUVALL MADISON, GA 9 - 15 (5)
32 BILL MARTYNUSKA CUMMING, GA 9 - 15 (5)
34 GLENN DAY CUMMING, GA 9 - 13 (5)
35 HIROYUKI WATANABE SHIZUOKA, 416-0931 JAPAN, JP 9 - 11 (3)
35 MICHAEL MCDOWELL MEIGS, GA 9 - 11 (4)
37 GUY JORDAN GAINESVILLE, GA 9 - 10 (5)
38 JEREMY EATON DAHLONEGA, GA 9 - 1 (5)
39 DAVID PRIMAVERA WINDER, GA 8 - 15 (4)
40 SCOTT HAYES NEWNAN, GA 8 - 14 (4)
41 DANNY KIRK BARTOW, GA 8 - 13 (4)
41 MARK CAMERON PHENIX CITY, AL 8 - 13 (5)
43 LEE WRIGHT JONESBORO, GA 8 - 11 (3)
44 JEFF GRUBBS PALMETTO, GA 8 - 7 (3)
44 ALEX POSEY CUMMING, GA 8 - 7 (3)
44 LEE NUNNALLY MONROE, GA 8 - 7 (5)
47 KYLE WELCHER OPELIKA, AL 8 - 6 (4)
48 SPENCER WHITTEN GAINESVILLE, GA 8 - 4 (4)
48 STACY ADAMS HAZLEHURST, GA 8 - 4 (3)
50 BRIAN SUTTON PEACHTREE CITY, GA 8 - 1 (5)
50 RYAN HORTON PALMETTO, GA 8 - 1 (4)
52 HOWARD DAVIS FITZGERALD, GA 7 - 14 (4)
53 BRANDON INGRAM BRINSON, GA 7 - 13 (4)
53 MATTHEW OCONNELL BROOKS, GA 7 - 13 (2)
55 CARY CHESTER NEWNAN, GA 7 - 11 (4)
55 GREG SMITH LULA, GA 7 - 11 (5)
57 BRYAN HINKLE CUMMING, GA 7 - 7 (4)
58 TED BENNETT FORSYTH, GA 7 - 5 (2)
59 BUTCH WHITEAKER ALPHARETTA, GA 7 - 3 (2)
59 SAMUEL ROACH SHARPSBURG, GA 7 - 3 (3)
61 ADAM SLUPCZYNSKI MARIETTA, GA 7 - 1 (3)
62 DAVID OVERBAY CUMMING, GA 7 - 0 (2)
63 STEVE PINKSTON SUGAR HILL, GA 6 - 13 (3)
63 CHRIS BAXTER WINDER, GA 6 - 13 (3)
65 JOHN JETER BIRMINGHAM, AL 6 - 12 (2)
66 KIM CARVER MILLEDGEVILLE, GA 6 - 11 (2)
67 TAYLOR THOMPSON WOODSTOCK, GA 6 - 9 (3)
68 DANIEL HOLLIFIELD DAHLONEGA, GA 6 - 8 (3)
69 MICHAEL WELCH DOUGLASVILLE, GA 6 - 5 (2)
69 MICKEY MCHENRY MCDONOUGH, GA 6 - 5 (2)
71 TROY MIMS EATONTON, GA 5 - 14 (3)
72 TERRY JORDAN FAYETTEVILLE, GA 5 - 13 (3)
73 DAVID WIETGREFE CONYERS, GA 5 - 12 (3)
74 LEROY DAVIS ALBANY, GA 5 - 11 (2)
75 MATT BATY BAINBRIDGE, GA 5 - 10 (3)
75 EMIL WAGNER MARIETTA, GA 5 - 10 (2)
77 STEVEN KING CUMMING, GA 5 - 6 (2)
77 ROBERT WILLIAMS LAWRENCEVILLE, GA 5 - 6 (3)
79 FRANK BURRIS JACKSON, GA 5 - 5 (3)
80 CLABION JOHNS COVINGTON, GA 5 - 4 (3)
80 KENNETH BROOKS CUMMING, GA 5 - 4 (2)
82 WAYNE FARMER NEWNAN, GA 5 - 3 (3)
83 CHRIS BLAIR NEWNAN, GA 5 - 2 (3)
84 MICHAEL CONLEY BAINBRIDGE, GA 5 - 0 (3)
84 MATT FERMAN GREENSBORO, GA 5 - 0 (3)
86 BRIAN DAVIS LEESBURG, GA 4 - 15 (3)
86 DAVID PETTIS TIFTON, GA 4 - 15 (3)
88 KEVIN BLACK CUMMING, GA 4 - 12 (1)
89 BRUCE GOODE FLOWERY BRANCH, GA 4 - 11 (3)
90 JOHN BITTER MAITLAND, FL 4 - 8 (3)
91 BO LARKINS SUWANEE, GA 4 - 5 (1)
92 JEROME HUBBARD SR ALBANY, GA 4 - 4 (2)
93 JORDAN MCDONALD JACKSON, GA 4 - 3 (2)
94 MICHAEL BUSBIN VILLA RICA, GA 4 - 1 (2)
95 GWYN CANTRELL CLEVELAND, GA 4 - 0 (1)
95 ERIC ALDRICH CUMMING, GA 4 - 0 (2)
95 ROBBY FRASHIER CARROLLTON, GA 4 - 0 (2)
98 DAVID PULLIAM CUMMING, GA 3 - 15 (1)
99 CLARENCE BUSH BAINBRIDGE, GA 3 - 13 (2)
99 CHAD MCMURRIAN HAWKINSVILLE, GA 3 - 13 (2)
101 ADAM JOHNSON SANDY SPRINGS, GA 3 - 12 (2)
101 KENT RAGSDALE TIFTON, GA 3 - 12 (2)
103 SETH CANNON BROOKLET, GA 3 - 7 (2)
104 BRIAN MILLS FLOWERY BRANCH, GA 3 - 6 (2)
104 ANTHONY OCONNELL SENOIA, GA 3 - 6 (1)
106 JERRY BRUMFIELD CUMMING, GA 3 - 5 (2)
107 ROBERT GAUSE WARNER ROBINS, GA 3 - 1 (1)
107 PETE SUDDARTH VALDOSTA, GA 3 - 1 (1)
109 DAVID SANSBURY HAPEVILLE, GA 3 - 0 (1)
110 BRADLEY ENFINGER COLQUITT, GA 2 - 14 (2)
111 ALAN PIACENTINE DALLAS, GA 2 - 4 (1)
112 MORRIS NIX MARIETTA, GA 2 - 3 (1)
112 PETER SZYMULA ACWORTH, GA 2 - 3 (1)
114 DUANE HUNTER MARIETTA, GA 2 - 0 (1)
115 GARY STEPHENS ELLIJAY, GA 1 - 14 (1)
115 JAMES KILBY TIFTON, GA 1 - 14 (1)
117 TERRY STEVENS MARIANNA, FL 1 - 12 (1)
117 KEITH PHILLIPS ARMUCHEE, GA 1 - 12 (1)
DON HALL MABLETON, GA
JUSTIN LANIER MACON, GA
NICK HENSLEY CUMMING, GA
STEVE STANFILL DAWSONVILLE, GA
STEPHEN WALLS DAWSONVILLE, GA
TIM GREENE GRAYSON, GA
BUSTER SLOCUMB JULIETTE, GA
ANTHONY MCKEE DAHLONEGA, GA
WALTER JAMES BRASELTON, GA
TREY PADGETT JASPER, GA
JOHN MCKINNEY PALATKA, FL
BROCK TURNER JASPER, GA
RYAN VALENTINE JACKSON, GA
BEN COLLIER MILLEDGEVILLE, GA
DERRICK BRIDGES GREENVILLE, SC
MITCHELL MULLINS GAINESVILLE, GA
DAIRENT BEAVERS BACONTON, GA
SCOTT BARNES CUMMING, GA
J LAITH REAGIN CUMMING, GA
JR MCCAY HELEN, GA
MIKE SHEPARD DAWSONVILLE, GA
JIMMY EWING ATLANTA, GA
PAUL DRISKELL JEFFERSON, GA
BLAKE MILNER ALPHARETTA, GA

Francis French Wins Big Bass Tour Opener On Harris Chain With 8.94Lb Lunker!

2016 Harris Chain, FLSunday 2-3

Rank Angler Weight
1 SKYLER ALMAND 6.11
2 PATRICK MAITNER 5.51
3 TERRY FREE 5.31
4 KENT SMART 5.15
5 RUSSELL BOYD SR 4.88
6 JAMES CRAWLEY 4.88
7 JOSH ALBIN 4.82
8 STEVE WILLIAMS 4.72
9 BRAYDEN RAKES 4.61
10 JASON LEE 4.48

Leaders

Rank Angler Weight
1 FRANCIS FRENCH 8.94
2 BRIAN WELDON 8.79
3 ERIC LEWIS 8.45
4 JOSH GOODWYN 8.32
5 JOE COLLINS 8.12
6 JOHN BATCHELOR 7.71
7 DAVID MARTINDILL 7.59
8 BRIAN ELDER 7.39
9 MARVIN CARR 7.30
10 BRYAN HOLMES 7.08

Saturday 8-9

Rank Angler Weight
1 MIKE CUSICK 6.85
2 CHRIS CASTEEL 6.18
3 C.D. SMITH 5.20
4 DAN FAY 5.07
5 STEVE WILLIAMS 5.02
6 MARK MALYS 5.02
7 JOE GIRELLO 4.97
8 CARLOS RIVERA 4.85
9 TREVOR DAVIS 4.63
10 JUAN FAIR 4.25

Saturday 9-10

Rank Angler Weight
1 FRANCIS FRENCH 8.94
2 JOE COLLINS 8.12
3 MATT WYBIRAL 6.65
4 DAVID KERCE 5.13
5 BILLY WRIGHT 4.96
6 MATT GEE 4.55
7 TIMOTHY DEEN 4.29
8 TREVOR DAVIS 3.78
9 PATRICK MAITNER 3.42
10 BOB BEATTY 3.35

Saturday 10-11

Rank Angler Weight
1 BRIAN WELDON 6.94
2 CHRIS RAMSEY 6.55
3 MICKY MCGUIRE 6.37
4 BEN FITZGERALD 5.67
5 ERIC HALL 5.08
6 CARSON POWELL 4.79
7 MIKE MEADER 4.65
8 HERMAN YOUNG 4.51
9 RYAN MABRY 4.13
10 MARK MEADOR 4.12

Saturday 11-12

Rank Angler Weight
1 MARK BLEVINS 6.96
2 STEVE RUST 6.40
3 JASON CASTEEL 6.29
4 GREG HAWTHORNE 5.90
5 ROBBIE ANDERSON 5.85
6 KENNETH CAVUCCI 5.66
7 BRIAN WELDON 4.74
8 JASON REED 4.49
9 CODY HARTLEY 4.38
10 CHAD PELFREY 4.30

Saturday 12-1

Rank Angler Weight
1 JOHN BATCHELOR 7.71
2 DAVID MARTINDILL 7.59
3 BRYAN HOLMES 7.08
4 JUAN FAIR 6.64
5 SHELBY CONCON 5.63
6 BRANDON FRANKS 5.26
7 RICK WEST 4.60
8 MIKE MEADER 4.43
9 TIMOTHY DEEN 4.00
10 BRAD KRONE 3.96

Saturday 1-2

Rank Angler Weight
1 BRIAN ELDER 7.39
2 JERRY VANLUE 6.19
3 GREG HAWTHORNE 6.13
4 KEITH PARLIER 5.94
5 TOM HAZER 5.51
6 JOE COLLINS 5.17
7 MIKE BONSAL 4.99
8 BILL CHARLAND 4.69
9 DAVID ELLIS 4.66
10 STEVE GOREE 4.55

Saturday 2-3

Rank Angler Weight
1 JOHN DARLEY 6.13
2 TERRY FREE 5.48
3 MIKE CUSICK 5.02
4 TRAVIS KREMER 4.65
5 TONY ROMAN 4.60
6 DANIEL SMITH 4.48
7 CHAD SCHROEDER 4.47
8 JODY CVEK 4.41
9 STEVEN MCENTYRE 4.36
10 JEFF POWELL 4.30

Sunday 8-9

Rank Angler Weight
1 ANTHONY SHOUPPE 5.99
2 RON DOW 5.79
3 MATT GEE 5.65
4 KENNY STEVERSON 5.14
5 CHRIS CASTEEL 5.09
6 ANITA FITZGERALD 5.06
7 DONNIE CROUSE 4.84
8 BLAINE PARTEE 4.82
9 BRYAN HEBERLIN 4.67
10 ERIC DUFALA 4.57

Sunday 9-10

Rank Angler Weight
1 BRIAN WELDON 8.79
2 JOHN KREMER 5.11
3 NATE BLOOM 4.77
4 AUSTIN SCHROEDER 4.23
5 CHRIS PAUGH 3.94
6 TREVOR DAVIS 3.93
7 DREW STANKWYTCH 3.73
8 IGNACIO CASTANEDA 3.70
9 BOB MCCLELAN 3.69
10 JESSE WINDSOR 3.56

Sunday 10-11

Rank Angler Weight
1 JOE COLLINS 5.59
2 MARSHA SARVER 5.43
3 MIKE BARRETT JR 4.76
4 ROBERT OLA 4.70
5 WILLIAM BECHARD 4.54
6 LARKIN NOBLES 4.42
7 JIM MILLER 4.09
8 ROBERT HOLCOMB 4.05
9 JOHN BAKER 3.86
10 GREG JOHNSON 3.84

Sunday 11-12

Rank Angler Weight
1 MARVIN CARR 7.30
2 CHUCK BURGESS 5.44
3 JUAN FAIR 5.17
4 LARRY SMITH 4.42
5 RUSSELL TILLIS 4.42
6 MIKE SHUROSE 4.25
7 STEVE RUST 4.11
8 SHAWN CARPENTER 4.06
9 TOMMY MARSHALL 4.04
10 JIM MILLER 3.82

Sunday 12-1

Rank Angler Weight
1 JOSH GOODWYN 8.32
2 RONNIE DAVIDSON 7.06
3 ADAM NEWBURN 6.57
4 SEAN WOOTEN 6.17
5 TRYCE WARNER 5.71
6 GREG JOHNSON 5.39
7 RALPH JACKSON 5.35
8 AUSTIN SCHROEDER 5.11
9 KONNER KORBAS 4.99
10 LANCE PEMBLE 4.72

Sunday 1-2

Rank Angler Weight
1 ERIC LEWIS 8.45
2 DAVID MARTINDILL 6.01
3 RANDY MONTONEY 5.92
4 MICHAEL LAKE 5.85
5 MIKE NEAL 5.67
6 LARRY PETTY 5.13
7 JEREMY BAKER 5.07
8 RICHARD WEST 4.79
9 STEVEN MCENTYRE 4.74
10 TOM WALSH 4.60

Sunday 2-3

 

Rank Angler Weight
1 SKYLER ALMAND 6.11
2 PATRICK MAITNER 5.51
3 TERRY FREE 5.31
4 KENT SMART 5.15
5 RUSSELL BOYD SR 4.88
6 JAMES CRAWLEY 4.88
7 JOSH ALBIN 4.82
8 STEVE WILLIAMS 4.72
9 BRAYDEN RAKES 4.61
10 JASON LEE 4.48

Team Of Baker & Kenyon Weigh 28.65 Limit To Won Wwbt Team Event On Lake Shasta!

The team of Sage Baker/Jon Kenyon had a whooping 28.65lbs with a 6.98 kicker (they had 2 of those kickers) and took home not only the Champions trophy's but the Yamamoto Toad of the Day plaque as well. Their earnings were $6300 1st+$500 BF+$250 Lowrance Contigency+$250 Yamamoto+$250 P-Line = $7,550. The second place team of Randall Doyle/Nick Flanigan had 19.63lbs and received $4,000 plus plaques and rounding out the top 3 was the team of Jared Walker/Jesse Martin with 18.27lbs garnering them a check for $3,000 and plaques as well. The winner of the event was not running an Evinrude Outboard (would have been $1000 bonus) so the highest finishing Team that was compliant received $500 (4th), the second highest received $300 (14th) and the 3rd highest team received $200 (17th). We also draw a ticket for the Win with Lucas Oil Contigency and Jon Bradford was the recipient of the $500 for using Lucas Oil products, congratulations to all of our winners this event and we hope to see you all and many more at the next event. The Full results are below:

 

PLACE BOATER NON-BOATER #FISH BIG WEIGHT MONEY
1 Sage Baker Jonathan Kenyon 7 6.98 28.65 7550
2 Randall Doyle Nick Flanigan 7 0.00 19.63 4000
3 Jared Walker Jesse Martin 7 4.12 18.27 3000
4 Randy Pierson Glenn Pierson 7 4.79 16.92 2200
4 Jeffrey Michaels Tony Zanotelli 7 4.30 16.92 2700
6 Justin Gordon Nick Wood 7 5.93 15.58 1400
7 Billy Hines Greg Guiterrez 7 0.00 15.39 1300
8 Ken Mah Jason Austin 7 3.24 15.25 1200
9 Cesar Laguna Stacy Gee 7 0.00 14.99 1150
10 Aaron Britt Cliff King 7 0.00 14.90 1100
11 Mike Menne Chris Fancelli 7 0.00 14.75 900
12 Joe Bitker Mike Gordon 7 0.00 14.68 800
13 Wayne Breazle Gary Barrett 7 0.00 14.37 700
14 Mathew Saavedra Charley Almassey 7 0.00 14.17 1000
15 Glen Lockhart Joe Hinkle 7 3.73 14.12 600
16 Quincy Washington Tuan Nguyen 7 0.00 13.93 600
17 Wade Durling II Joseph Durling 7 2.38 13.46 800
18 Mike Nichelini Carl Keller 7 3.22 13.23 600
19 Mark Hiser Frank Bulthius 7 4.49 13.14 600
20 Mark Gomez Juan Acosta 7 0.00 12.88 600
21 Jay Guterding Mike Thomas 7 0.00 12.74 600
21 Donald Finwall Chuck Keller 7 0.00 12.74 600
23 Cliff Smith Tim Domingues 7 0.00 12.61 0
24 Chris Gosselaar Beau Burrough 7 0.00 12.55 0
25 Jay Salamy Dan Frost 7 4.32 12.52 0
26 Sid McDonald Jerry Woodward 7 0.00 12.38 0
27 Richard Dobyns Phil Strader 7 0.00 12.33 0
28 Alvin Borba Jamie Caratachea 7 0.00 12.28 0
29 Ryan Duchi Ryan Cool 7 0.00 12.22 0
30 James Avalos Daryn Avalos 7 0.00 12.09 0
31 Emmett Lovelace JJ Cascarina 7 0.00 12.03 0
32 Danial Wells John Bradford 7 0.00 11.95 500
33 Jim Riley Bob Benson 7 0.00 11.91 0
34 Mark Blanton Peter Culazzo 7 0.00 11.89 0
35 Mike Rigney Dante Ray 7 0.00 11.86 0
36 Josh Kaneko Miles Kaneko 7 2.12 11.78 0
36 Gary Souza Mike Klemm 7 0.00 11.78 0
38 John McGrath Vijay Malhotra 7 0.00 11.65 0
39 Zak Elrite Andrew Schadegg 7 0.00 11.60 0
40 Douglas Jones Jeff Bitker 7 0.00 11.59 0
41 Jason Sherman Bill McLaughlin 7 0.00 11.57 0
42 Lonny Hagedon Trevor Hagedon 7 0.00 11.56 0
43 Ryan Pearson Steve Skates 7 0.00 11.51 0
44 Bryant Smith Dustin Tacker 7 0.00 11.38 0
45 Jimmy Johnson Daniel Blankenship 7 0.00 11.36 0
46 Michael Henry Chris Sisto 7 0.00 11.35 0
47 Stan Penrod Stephen Penrod 7 0.00 11.26 0
48 Drew Forrister Chuck Mann 7 0.00 11.25 0
48 Paul Fontaine Nick Welton 7 0.00 11.25 0
50 Mike Rychard KC Harris 7 3.74 11.11 0
51 Pete Jenson Jack Goodby 7 2.68 11.08 0
52 Paul Polhemus Chris Raza 7 0.00 11.07 0
53 Jason Bradshaw Phil Johnson 7 0.00 11.06 0
54 Bob Ayers Ruben Gomes 7 0.00 11.05 0
54 Kevin Lincomfelt Wade Majewski 7 0.00 11.05 0
56 Pat Clement Cliff Clement 7 0.00 10.97 0
57 Preston Henson Bob Tyler 7 0.00 10.93 0
58 Ryan Scott Aaron Scott 7 0.00 10.91 0
59 Kirby Faulkner Miles Burgghoff 7 0.00 10.72 0
60 Carl Patterson Andrew Daniels 7 0.00 10.69 0
61 Larry Vignolo Mike Saso 7 0.00 10.66 0
62 David Hernandez John Gibbons 7 2.59 10.65 0
63 Mark Crutcher Greg McCosker 7 0.00 10.63 0
64 Jesse Slaton Mike Ewing 7 0.00 10.62 0
65 Jim Ellott Dink Mendez 7 0.00 10.60 0
66 Obedie Williams Clint Groenewold 7 0.00 10.54 0
67 Zay Yang Chua Yang 7 0.00 10.48 0
68 Dean McDaniels Justin Nelson 7 0.00 10.45 0
69 Joel Leiser Phillip Dutra 7 0.00 10.38 0
70 Jordan Kunde Jason Sinclair 7 0.00 10.29 0
71 Don Gage Steve Pacenko 7 0.00 10.25 0
72 Mike Sperbeck Pat Minear 7 0.00 10.12 0
73 Danny Cross Dugan Wilson 7 0.00 10.10 0
74 Kyle Grey Jason Castaneda 7 0.00 10.06 0
75 Earl Datlon III John Morla 7 0.00 10.03 0
76 Lance Cowley Rob Adams 7 0.00 9.99 0
77 Dave Church Willie Church 7 0.00 9.97 0
77 Thaddeus Vinson Jason Webb 7 0.00 9.97 0
79 Tracy Patton Ray Patton 7 0.00 9.94 0
80 Glen Wolfgang Casey Dunn 7 0.00 9.90 0
81 Steve Eheler Chris Alarid 7 0.00 9.82 0
82 Scott Headington Chris Brizendine 7 0.00 9.81 0
82 Kelly Maughs Kyle Maughs 7 0.00 9.81 0
84 John Maes Troy Daniels 7 0.00 9.76 0
85 Long Nguyen Chris Vanclef 7 0.00 9.72 0
86 Jonathan Green Dejon Lewis 7 0.00 9.69 0
87 Steve Mellow Kenny Davis 7 0.00 9.61 0
88 Howard Swarts Rich Mendoza 7 0.00 9.44 0
89 Oscar Sarnecki Eric Parra 7 0.00 9.38 0
90 Kevin Marcheschi Jay Bryant 7 0.00 9.32 0
91 Grant Harnist Robert Tibbets 7 0.00 9.28 0
92 Justin Arellano Ben Willis 7 0.00 9.27 0
93 Chris Hughs Richard Tuma 7 0.00 9.24 0
94 Ron Howe James Everhart 7 0.00 9.15 0
95 Jack Hartman Bill Pedley 7 0.00 9.10 0
96 Scott Hamman Jim Vretzos 7 0.00 9.07 0
97 Matt Rugierro Peter Blake 7 0.00 8.86 0
98 Jerred Jennings Alan DaSilva 7 0.00 8.80 0
99 Dustin Noffsinger Norm Collins 7 0.00 8.54 0
100 Armando Luzuriaga Edgar Luzuriaga 7 0.00 8.49 0
101 John Pearl Ron Bruggerman Jr 6 0.00 8.02 0
102 Mike Bugliarello Alan Anderson 7 0.00 7.87 0
103 Jared Gadberry Nicole Gadberry 7 0.00 7.47 0
104 Jason Brown Tanner Spohn 4 0.00 6.49 0
105 Dan Wilder Vince Herring 0 0.00 0.00 0
105 Tim Rayl Ed Foulk 0 0.00 0.00 0
105 Matt Moutinho Scott Armstead 0 0.00 0.00 0
105 Cole Daniel Will Duncan 0 0.00 0.00 0
105 Steve Geffs Michael Caddick 0 0.00 0.00 0
105 Mike Gray Brad Lewis 0 0.00 0.00 0


Hurst & Mccaig Win 2016 Alabama Bass Trail Northern Division On Smith Lake

Tim Hurst and Mark McCaig Win 2016 Alabama Bass Trail Smith Lake
Northern Division Anglers Overcome Fog Delay to Produce Solid Bags in Season Opener
by Dan O’Sullivan

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Jasper, Ala. February 27, 2016 – One consistent rule in bass fishing tournaments is that everything can change at a moment’s notice.  When the 2016 Alabama Bass Trail Northern Division opened at Lewis Smith Lake, that law came into play.

After a week of stormy weather that included heavy rains and warm temperatures, conditions turned cold and clear and the result was that the field was greeted with an angler’s worst fear on tournament morning – fog.  The result was the first delay in the history of Alabama Bass Trail competition; one that lasted for more than an hour and a half.

Once the sun and a light breeze finally forced the fog to clear, the field of 152 teams ventured out onto the waters of Lewis Smith Lake, and made the best of the situation in a fashion that has become typical of Alabama Bass Trail competitors.

The team that made the best of the situation was the veteran team of Tim Hurst and Mark McCaig.  The longtime friends and tournament partners produced a mixed bag of spotted and largemouth bass fish five limit weighing 22.67 pounds to win the Northern Division season opener.  The catch also included the Mountain Dew Big Bass, a 7.40-pound largemouth.

The team has experienced success before, having finished second in last year’s ABT Championship at Wheeler Lake.  “It’s really fun to be able to go out there and do this with your best friend,” the pair said.  “We work really well together, and trust each other’s instincts, and it worked out really well today for us.”

They said they relied on a pattern found by Hurst in practice.  “We fish out of separate boats in practice to try and maximize our coverage of the lake,” said McCaig.  “Tim (Hurst) found these fish in practice and we decided to go with what he found – it really was an easy decision, and it worked out for us.”

They revolved their day around a small crankbait and a jig Flipped in heavy cover in the Rock Creek arm.  “The water was a little bit stained and had some sawdust mats blown into cover,” said Hurst.  “We threw a Rapala DT 6 in Demon (Red Craw) color to catch our limit, and Mark (McCaig Flipped his black and blue 1/2-ounce All Terrain Jig with Zoom Super Chunk trailer to the mats when we got to them; that’s how he caught the big one to complete our bag this afternoon.”

The pair took home the $10,000 first place prize, as well as a $500 ABT gear bonus and the $500 Mountain Dew Big Bass bonus.

On the flip side of the veteran team spectrum, former University of Alabama college anglers Matt Carter and Warren Hoffman finished second while fishing their first tournament together as a team.  The pair caught a mixed bag limit of their own weighing 20.20 pounds that included a 6.94-pound largemouth kicker.

The team used shallow crankbaits around cover and transition areas to catch their limit.  “We power fished all day in Ryan Creek,” they reported.  “We caught them on Strike King KVD 1.5 squarebills in Chili Craw and Orange Belly Craw colors.  We targeted rocks and trees as well as areas that transitioned from pea gravel to clay.”

The pair earned $5,000 for their efforts and said they enjoyed their first tournament together.  “It was a lot of fun, and we worked really well together,” they said.  “We’re looking forward to the next one.”

Third place went to the team of Michael Cruce and Delton Gregory who weighed a 19.59- pound limit to earn the $4,000 prize.

The top 10 in the standings are below – the complete standings can be found at:http://www.alabamabasstrail.org/tournament-series/lsl-results/

 

Place Team Weight Big Fish Winnings
1 Tim Hurst/Mark Mcaig 22.67 7.40 $10,000
2 Matt Carter/Warren Hoffman 20.20 6.94 $5,000
3 Michael Cruce/Delton Gregory 19.59 $4,000
4 Jesse Wiggins/Jordan Wiggins 17.71 $3,000
5 Mark Meyer/Ty Campbell 17.32 $2,000
6 Brandon Staggs/Jerry Wright 16.71 $1,000
7 Craig Daniel /Chad Nichols 16.36 $900
8 Steven Wisdom/John Bryant 16.33 $800
9 Adam Lynch/Mitch Harrison 16.10 $700
10 Adam Brown/Greg Diggs 15.78 $600

The sponsors of the 2016 Alabama Bass Trail include; Bill Penney Toyota, Phoenix Bass Boats, Garmin, Academy Sports & Outdoors, Wind Creek Hospitality – Wetumpka, Wind Creek Hospitality – Montgomery, Alabama Tourism Department, SCA Performance, Mt. Dew, Boat US, T-H Marine Supplies, AllState, TVA, Alabama Power, Fish Neely Henry Lake.com, Lew’s Fishing, Frogg Toggs, Crossed Industries, Alabama Foundation Specialist, Costa, YETI, Leer, E3

 

For information about Alabama Bass Trail and for complete tournament standings visit www.alabamabasstrail.org.


Guy hangs in to win FLW Costa Series tourney on Rayburn

In a tournament that featured a cold front and, therefore, changing conditions, Ricky Guy was able to hold off long time tournament pro Lendell Martin Jr. by over a half-pound and win the FLW Costa Series tourney on Sam Rayburn Reservoir.

Due to contingency prizes, Guy’s payday was almost equal to that doled-out at a tour-level event - $95,300!

The usual techniques proved productive this week. Rat-L-Traps and jigs were popular lure choices. Some anglers reported that grass was not as prevelant as it sometimes is on the big lake. Buck brush held some quality fish.

Our friend David A. Brown was on hand to cover this one for FLW Outdoors and here’s his take on today’s final weigh in:

“Compared to his first two days’ limits of 25 pounds, 8 ounces and 24 pounds, 4 ounces, Ricky Guy was clearly disappointed with the 11-7 bag he weighed on the final day of the Costa FLW Series Southwestern Division tournament on Sam Rayburn Reservoir presented by Mercury.

“When the final tallies were stated, Guy’s three-day total of 61-3 carried the Humble, Texas, pro across the finish line with a 1-11 margin of victory over a charging Lendell Martin Jr. who sacked up the days largest limit worth 20-5.”

AnglersChannel.com will share more as details become available.

The Top 5 Pros:

1 - Ricky Guy of Humble, TX - 61-3 - $95,300

2 - Lendell Martin, JR of Nacodoches, TX - 59-8 - $20,500

3 - Cory Rambo of Orange, TX - 55-7 - $14,500

4 - Kris Wilson of Montgomery, TX - 55-1 - $12,500

5 - Chris McCall of Brookeland, TX - 53-14 - $11,500


Texan Kris Wilson Leads Day 1 Of Costa Flw Series Event On Rayburn With Over 27 Pounds!

Kris Wilson Leads Costa FLW Event on Rayburn: Photo Courtesy of FLW

Kris Wilson Leads Costa FLW Event on Rayburn:

 Photo Courtesy of FLW

 

Prudence paid big dividends for Montgomery, Texas, pro Kris Wilson who topped day one of the Costa FLW Series Southwestern Division opener on Sam Rayburn Reservoir – which is presented by Mercury and hosted by the Jasper-Lake Sam Rayburn Area Chamber of Commerce – with a limit catch that weighed 27 pounds, 10 ounces.

Understandably tight-lipped and sporting the coy grin of a man who’d found the mother lode, Wilson was able to shed a little light on his exceptional day.

For starters, Wilson attributes his success to long-range weather watching and diligent site planning.

“I was watching the weather a week ahead of time and I kind of planned for the weather we had and everything worked out,” Wilson says.

Specifically, Wilson referred to the post-frontal conditions draping Rayburn. A major weather system plowed through the Gulf states on Tuesday bringing heavy rains and big winds.

East Texas avoided the worst of the storms, but once the front cleared, the temperature dropped, the wind decreased and skies turned bluebird clear. Today, lots of sunshine gradually warmed the water and pinned the shallow fish tighter to cover.

Wilson wouldn’t divulge specifics about the types of cover he’s targeting, but he did say that the key habitat is very specific. Locations, he notes, were random; he found his preferred setup all over the lake.

Wilson says he hit approximately 20 spots today and targeted both prespawn and spawning fish.

“I had areas with both,” he explains. “It was about 50/50 (on the mix of prespawn and spawner).

“I ran around quite a bit. I fished all over the lake and it was a stead bite throughout the day.”

As for presentations, Wilson caught his shallow fish by flipping soft plastics. For the prespawners, he employed a dragging technique.

Wilson caught roughly 15-20 keepers today. According to Wilson, the bite was slower than he would have preferred, but picking through his areas produced the quality he needed.

Advanced tournament preparation, particularly in terms of selecting the key areas to target gave Wilson the confidence he needed to work through a somewhat plodding day and stick to his game plan.

“I caught fish pretty much where I expected to catch them,” the Texas pro says.

Top 10 Pros

1. Kris Wilson - Montgomery, Texas - 27-10 (5)

2. Ricky Guy - Humble, Texas - 25-8 (5)

3. Chris McCall - Brookeland, Texas - 24-3 (5)

4. Cory Rambo - Orange, Texas - 23-9 (5)

5. Jerry Dubose - Silsbee, Texas - 22-0 (5)

6. Roger Hughes - Bartlesville, Ok. - 21-4 (5)

7. Allen Rude - Pauls Valley, Ok. - 20-12 (5)

8. Tyson Patrick - McCamey, Texas - 20-6 (5)

9. Denny Brauer - Del Rio, Texas - 20-1 (5)

10. Tommy Martin - Hemphill, Texas - 19-10 (5)

Complete Results

John Moon

Key bait decision pushes Moon to co-angler lead

A wish granted and the right bait chosen — that’s the formula that lead John Moon, of Brookeland, Texas to the 19-pound, 3-ounce bag that leads the co-angler division.

Moon experienced some early success, but then a drought prompted a request that led to a highlight reel moment.

“This morning was kind of slow, but about 10 o’clock, I caught a 4 ½-pounder flipping, but then it kinda got slow,” Moon says. “I still kept culling and toward the end of the day, it just shut off.

“I asked my pro if we could go to one of my spots on the way back and when we pulled in there, I decided to put on a spinnerbait. On my third cast, I stuck my (8 1/2-pounder).”

Initially, Moon mistook a relatively subtle bite for a snag.

“I thought I was hung up and then I felt the fish move and I stuck it and I knew it was a big one,” he recalls.

Moon’s big fish ate a slow-rolled 3/4-ounce War Eagle spinnerbait in mouse color with twin willow baits. Slow rolling the bait on a creek channel bend was the winning presentation.

Top 10 Cos

1. John Moon – Brookeland, Texas - 19-3 (5)

2. Randy Hicks – Lumberton, Texas - 18-11 (5)

3. Larry Regina – South Bend, Ind. - 16-9 (5)

4. Rick Vallis – Fort Smith, Ark. - 16-1 (5)

5. Rolan Foster – Terrell, Texas - 16-0 (5)

6. Ryan Keele – Center, Texas - 15-11 (5)

7. Jon Lessard – Katy, Texas - 15-3 (5)

8. Jacob Root – Brookeland, Texas - 15-3 (5)

9. Chaz York – Vidor, Texas - 15-3 (5)

10. Hunter Marshall – Beaumont, Texas - 15-1 (5)

Tournament Details

Format: All 202 boaters and co-anglers will compete for two days. The top 10 boaters and co-anglers based on cumulative weight after two days of competition will advance to the third and final round, with the winner determined by the heaviest cumulative three-day weight.

Takeoff Time: 7 a.m.

Takeoff Location: Umphrey Family Pavilion, 5438 RR 255, Brookeland TX 75931

Weigh-In Time: Days 1 and 2 at 3 p.m.; Day 3 at 3 p.m.

Weigh-In Location: Umphrey Family Pavilion, 5438 RR 255, Brookeland TX 75931

 

 

PLACE ANGLER CITY/STATE DAY 1  
1 KRIS WILSON MONTGOMERY, TX 27 - 10 (5)
2 RICKY GUY HUMBLE, TX 25 - 8 (5)
3 CHRIS MCCALL BROOKELAND, TX 24 - 3 (5)
4 CORY RAMBO ORANGE, TX 23 - 9 (5)
5 JERRY DUBOSE SILSBEE, TX 22 - 0 (5)
6 ROGER HUGHES BARTLESVILLE, OK 21 - 4 (5)
7 ALLEN RUDE PAULS VALLEY, OK 20 - 12 (5)
8 TYSON PATRICK MCCAMEY, TX 20 - 6 (5)
9 DENNY BRAUER DEL RIO, TX 20 - 1 (5)
10 TOMMY MARTIN HEMPHILL, TX 19 - 10 (5)
11 RUSSELL CECIL WILLIS, TX 19 - 9 (5)
12 NICKALAS BUTLER TOPEKA, KS 19 - 7 (5)
13 JOEL BAKER TALALA, OK 19 - 4 (5)
14 KYLE CORTIANA TULSA, OK 19 - 3 (5)
15 JIMMY BALLARD PARIS, TX 19 - 1 (5)
16 JAMES CALDEMEYER GILMER, TX 18 - 14 (5)
17 GERALD SPOHRER GONZALES, LA 18 - 12 (5)
18 DARREL ROBERTSON JAY, OK 18 - 11 (5)
19 JEFF BRIDGES LUMBERTON, TX 17 - 11 (5)
20 JIM TUTT LONGVIEW, TX 17 - 1 (5)
21 BLAKE SCHROEDER WHITEHOUSE, TX 17 - 1 (5)
22 SHANE WILLIAMS KEITHVILLE, LA 17 - 0 (5)
23 BOB VOTE KINGWOOD, TX 16 - 15 (5)
24 SHANE LONG WILLARD, MO 16 - 14 (5)
25 COREY HARRIS CHATHAM, LA 16 - 13 (5)
26 DAVID MANSUE HEMPHILL, TX 16 - 11 (5)
27 CHARLIE APPERSON JAY, OK 16 - 10 (5)
28 LENDELL MARTIN JR NACOGDOCHES, TX 16 - 9 (5)
29 CHARLIE KING COUSHATTA, LA 16 - 8 (5)
30 JAY KENDRICK DALLAS, TX 16 - 7 (5)
31 JEFFREY RANDOLPH HUNTSVILLE, TX 16 - 6 (5)
32 CHARLES DUBROC HESSMER, LA 16 - 6 (5)
33 RAY HANSELMAN DEL RIO, TX 16 - 5 (5)
34 TODD CASTLEDINE NACOGDOCHES, TX 16 - 2 (5)
35 TROY RODER BROOKELAND, TX 16 - 0 (5)
36 DREW BARNES BELLA VISTA, AR 16 - 0 (5)
37 CRAIG WORKMAN FORT WORTH, TX 15 - 15 (5)
38 CHAD WARREN SAND SPRINGS, OK 15 - 14 (5)
39 TREA LUEDKE MONTGOMERY, TX 15 - 14 (5)
40 MICHAEL LAFLEUR ORANGEFIELD, TX 15 - 13 (5)
41 STEWART HERNDON NORMAN, OK 15 - 13 (5)
42 CHRIS LEWIS LONGVIEW, TX 15 - 12 (5)
43 NICK LEBRUN BOSSIER CITY, LA 15 - 12 (5)
44 RICK CARTER ALBA, TX 15 - 11 (5)
45 TREY BAYLES EROS, LA 15 - 11 (5)
46 RANDY BLAUKAT JOPLIN, MO 15 - 10 (5)
47 BOB RAMSDELL SOUR LAKE, TX 15 - 8 (5)
48 PHILIP CRELIA CENTER, TX 15 - 8 (5)
49 AARON JOHNSON SHREVEPORT, LA 15 - 7 (5)
50 GENE EISENMANN FRISCO, TX 15 - 6 (3)
51 SHELDON COLLINGS GROVE, OK 15 - 5 (5)
52 ROBERT SPARKS HEFLIN, LA 15 - 1 (5)
53 ERIC FAUCETT MOORE, OK 14 - 14 (5)
54 CHRIS TORKLESON SAND SPRINGS, OK 14 - 14 (5)
55 BRAD COOK AFTON, OK 14 - 12 (5)
56 JUSTIN WOJCIK BULVERDE, TX 14 - 12 (5)
57 JUSTIN MORTON ETOILE, TX 14 - 12 (5)
58 T.R ANDREAS KERRVILLE, TX 14 - 11 (5)
59 KELLY OWENS CROWLEY, LA 14 - 10 (5)
60 CHRIS HART BOZEMAN, MT 14 - 8 (5)
61 SHONN GOODWIN MOORE, OK 14 - 6 (5)
62 TOMMY BROWN LOUISVILLE, TN 14 - 6 (5)
63 RANDY DESPINO COLFAX, LA 14 - 3 (5)
64 JEFF DOBSON PONCA CITY, OK 14 - 2 (5)
65 RAY STAGNER TULSA, OK 14 - 1 (5)
66 DOUGLAS R. JOHNSON PONCA CITY, OK 14 - 0 (5)
67 BRANDON MOSLEY CHOCTAW, OK 14 - 0 (5)
68 JESSE WOLFE NELSON, WI 14 - 0 (5)
69 JEFF SPRAGUE POINT, TX 14 - 0 (5)
70 JAMES MARTIN LONGVIEW, TX 13 - 15 (5)
71 NEAL GILMORE MAGNOLIA, TX 13 - 10 (5)
72 PAUL HEAVENER TULSA, OK 13 - 9 (5)
73 PHIL MARKS DALLAS, TX 13 - 8 (5)
74 TERRY STEVENS HUTTO, TX 13 - 8 (5)
75 DEAN PERKINS BROADDUS, TX 13 - 6 (5)
76 COLE FINDLEY FORSYTH, MO 13 - 5 (5)
77 BRADLEY STRINGER HUNTINGTON, TX 13 - 4 (5)
78 STEPHEN JOHNSTON HEMPHILL, TX 13 - 4 (5)
79 RICK HANNA HEREFORD, TX 13 - 3 (5)
80 CARL JOCUMSEN FRISCO, TX 13 - 2 (5)
81 ZACK BIRGE BLANCHARD, OK 13 - 1 (5)
82 BRADLEY HALLMAN NORMAN, OK 13 - 0 (5)
83 MIKE BOYLES KIMBERLING CITY, MO 12 - 15 (5)
84 JOHN SHORE OWASSO, OK 12 - 12 (5)
85 RON HOPKINS SR MOUNDS, OK 12 - 12 (5)
86 ALTON JONES JR LORENA, TX 12 - 12 (5)
87 DICKY NEWBERRY HOUSTON, TX 12 - 12 (5)
88 HOLT MARKUM PARADISE, TX 12 - 12 (5)
89 ADAM SMITH SPRINGFIELD, MO 12 - 11 (5)
90 TERRY EZELL EL RENO, OK 12 - 11 (5)
91 MICHAEL HERRON PARIS, TX 12 - 10 (5)
92 MITCHELL WEBB SKIATOOK, OK 12 - 10 (5)
93 ALLAN NAIL SAND SPRINGS, OK 12 - 9 (5)
94 MATT COOPER SMITHVILLE, TX 12 - 8 (5)
95 CHANCE HAVARD SIMSBORO, LA 12 - 8 (4)
96 JEFF REYNOLDS CALERA, OK 12 - 7 (5)
97 JUSTIN BURNS BUNA, TX 12 - 6 (4)
98 BRIAN POTTER CLAREMORE, OK 12 - 6 (5)
99 JAY LEWIS BENTON, AR 12 - 5 (5)
100 ED KLOBAS ARLINGTON, TX 12 - 5 (5)
101 BRIAN BRANUM SAM RAYBURN, TX 12 - 4 (5)
102 ERIC WRIGHT BALCH SPRINGS, TX 12 - 2 (5)
103 BILLY CLINE GRAPEVINE, TX 12 - 1 (5)
104 AARON PRESLEY NORMAN, OK 12 - 1 (5)
105 CHARLEY SLATON VALLIANT, OK 11 - 15 (5)
106 TROY O'ROURKE NATCHITOCHES, LA 11 - 13 (4)
107 MATTHEW MCARDLE HOUSTON, TX 11 - 13 (5)
108 KENNETH GRAEBER BENNINGTON, NE 11 - 13 (5)
109 CHAD RANDLES ELKHORN, NE 11 - 13 (5)
110 DOUG THOMPSON MABELVALE, AR 11 - 13 (5)
111 JOHN BOHANNAN BERRYVILLE, AR 11 - 12 (5)
112 ANDREW UPSHAW SAPULPA, OK 11 - 11 (5)
113 GARRETT GILL EDMOND, OK 11 - 11 (5)
114 KEVIN LEDOUX CHOCTAW, OK 11 - 11 (5)
115 RUSTY HARVEY LUMBERTON, TX 11 - 9 (5)
116 BRIAN MARTIN HEMPHILL, TX 11 - 9 (4)
117 CLOYS WARREN BASTROP, TX 11 - 9 (5)
118 JEFF WHITEHEAD SLATON, TX 11 - 9 (5)
119 BRONK MCDANIEL ALEXANDRIA, LA 11 - 6 (5)
120 JEFF CADE RICHARDSON, TX 11 - 6 (4)
121 TROY BROUSSARD BEAUMONT, TX 11 - 6 (5)
122 TIM BROGAN ARPIN, WI 11 - 5 (5)
123 CHRIS RUSSELL MONTGOMERY, TX 11 - 4 (5)
124 ALLEN HEAD PRYOR, OK 11 - 4 (5)
125 LANDAN WARE JEWETT, TX 11 - 4 (5)
126 DEREK FULPS BROKEN ARROW, OK 11 - 4 (5)
127 JOE GERARD CONCORDIA, KS 11 - 3 (3)
128 CHESTER GIBBS WAGONER, OK 11 - 1 (5)
129 CHUCK NELSON ELMORE CITY, OK 11 - 0 (4)
130 KEN (SKEETER) FOWLER GRAND SALINE, TX 10 - 15 (5)
131 BOB KEELAND HUNTSVILLE, TX 10 - 14 (5)
132 CODY BIRD GRANBURY, TX 10 - 13 (5)
133 WALT ROBERTS VILLAGE MILLS, TX 10 - 12 (4)
134 TJ GOODWYN CENTER, TX 10 - 12 (5)
135 KEN SMITH DALLAS, TX 10 - 12 (5)
136 KEVIN GRESSETT TIOGA, TX 10 - 12 (5)
137 ERIC POINDEXTER EUFAULA, OK 10 - 12 (5)
138 CHRIS KING JASPER, TX 10 - 11 (5)
139 MATT GARNER SEMINOLE, OK 10 - 11 (5)
140 GARY CARUSO BATON ROUGE, LA 10 - 11 (5)
141 ROBERT CASE POINT, TX 10 - 10 (5)
142 STEPHEN REITZELL COLFAX, LA 10 - 9 (4)
143 BRAD SMITH LONGVIEW, TX 10 - 9 (5)
144 WILLIAM GADDIS VINITA, OK 10 - 7 (5)
145 ANDREW MCCLUSKY SILSBEE, TX 10 - 7 (4)
146 ASHTON JOHNSON HUNTINGTON, TX 10 - 7 (5)
147 ROBERT TERKLA ARLINGTON, TX 10 - 5 (5)
148 SAMMY BURKS JOPLIN, MO 10 - 5 (5)
149 BILLY LEMON SAND SPRINGS, OK 10 - 1 (4)
150 RICH DALBEY GREENVILLE, TX 10 - 1 (5)
151 DAVID REDINGTON SULPHUR SPRINGS, TX 10 - 0 (5)
152 SCOTTY VILLINES PONCA, AR 10 - 0 (5)
153 BRIAN ANKRUM NATALIA, TX 9 - 14 (4)
154 MATT MASSEY LITTLETON, CO 9 - 13 (5)
155 DAVE PARSONS YANTIS, TX 9 - 13 (5)
156 JORDAN OSBORNE LONGVIEW, TX 9 - 10 (5)
157 MIKE MCCORMICK ADAIR, OK 9 - 9 (5)
158 DANNY SHEPARD COTTONWOOD FALLS, KS 9 - 9 (5)
159 KEITH SURBER LONGVIEW, TX 9 - 7 (5)
160 COREY SMITH PERRY, OK 9 - 6 (4)
161 WILLIAM SPILLER BASTROP, TX 9 - 5 (5)
162 ROY WHISENHUNT VALLIANT, OK 9 - 5 (4)
163 LANCE WILLIAMS BILLINGS, MO 9 - 1 (5)
164 KEVIN RICH CUSHING, OK 8 - 14 (5)
165 ROB LAY SOUTHLAKE, TX 8 - 11 (4)
166 TOMMY BIFFLE WAGONER, OK 8 - 9 (3)
167 TIM WEBB OLPE, KS 8 - 9 (3)
168 FLOYD DRANNON STRATFORD, OK 8 - 2 (5)
169 BRIAN FOX LEWISVILLE, TX 8 - 1 (4)
170 JAMES STRICKLIN JR FORT SMITH, AR 7 - 15 (4)
171 NICK ABER PIEDMONT, OK 7 - 13 (4)
172 THERON CALDWELL COLLEYVILLE, TX 7 - 9 (4)
173 MARTY SUGG PATTONVILLE, TX 7 - 4 (4)
174 RANDY SULLIVAN BRECKENRIDGE, TX 7 - 2 (4)
175 TIM REED COLLINSVILLE, OK 6 - 15 (2)
176 CRAIG TORKLESON SAND SPRINGS, OK 6 - 14 (4)
177 JERREL PRINGLE HEMPHILL, TX 6 - 10 (3)
178 TAYLOR SURLY BELLA VISTA, AR 6 - 7 (3)
179 RIKI PIKE PORTER, TX 6 - 5 (3)
180 JEFFREY BARRICKMAN SPOKANE, MO 6 - 4 (3)
181 ALTON WILHOIT NOBLE, OK 5 - 15 (3)
182 JOEY RENFRO NACOGDOCHES, TX 5 - 14 (3)
183 CLINT WEST BEAUMONT, TX 5 - 10 (3)
184 MICK FENN GROVE, OK 5 - 2 (3)
185 JUSTIN MATTINGLY NEDERLAND, TX 4 - 15 (3)
186 WAYNE BROWN ARDMORE, OK 4 - 7 (2)
187 GREG INGRAM OWASSO, OK 4 - 1 (2)
188 TERRY HAWKINS CORSICANA, TX 4 - 0 (2)
189 BILL COOK HOUSTON, TX 3 - 12 (2)
190 JAKE BIRAM TULSA, OK 3 - 10 (1)
191 BILLY BILLEAUD LAFAYETTE, LA 3 - 8 (2)
192 JOE NECH ALBA, TX 3 - 7 (2)
193 LAMAR WARD HUNTSVILLE, TX 3 - 3 (2)
194 MIKE DORCZ HUFFMAN, TX 2 - 8 (1)
195 JOHN ERVIN LAS CRUCES, NM 2 - 3 (1)
196 TIM FLOWERS MIDLAND, TX 2 - 1 (1)
197 CHIP HARRINGTON CLEVELAND, MO 1 - 14 (1)
198 CRAIG FRILOT BREAUX BRIDGE, LA 1 - 14 (1)
199 DANIEL HOWARD ODESSA, TX  
200 TERRY MCGLASSON VINITA, OK  
201 TREVOR TOLIVER SAPULPA, OK  
202 CASEY SOBCZAK WILLIS, TX  

Classic Qualifier Bill Lowen Snags Lure Parts Online For 2016 Season

(Springfield, IL – February 24, 2016) - Bassmaster Elite Series angler Bill Lowen just can’t leave well-enough alone.  And if you share his passion for catching bass then that’s a good thing for you.  Lowen is a habitual tinkerer.  The premise is that there isn’t such a thing as a lure that cannot be improved.  Spinnerbaits are analyzed and often modified.  Jigs skirts are tied up in custom patterns and then tweaked until they are right.  Crankbaits and topwater plugs are evaluated and adjusted.  For the 8-time Bassmaster Classic qualifier, this relentless pursuit of perfection results in more fish in the boat and an advantage over other anglers on the water.

Lowen describes the obsession in his own words by saying “It is all about developing an arsenal of baits that I believe are the best suited for the conditions I will face.  My goal going into each Bassmaster tournament is to dial in to the feeding patterns and then throw the lures that have been hand-tuned for those situations.  I change, modify, tweak, and customize my gear constantly during practice to figure out what the fish are going to eat on tournament day.”

Lowen has come to rely on the unparalleled selection of lure making components at LurePartsOnline.com over the years to make the necessary adjustments to his lures.  The LurePartsOnline.com staff is now relying on Lowen to help them identify and stock all the necessary products and lure enhancements for dedicated bass anglers to gain the competitive advantage on the tournament trail. All bass anglers will benefit from this partnership.

LPO C.E.O. Ron Stevens said “Working with Bill makes perfect sense for LurePartsOnline.com.  Bill’s obsession with tinkering, tweaking, and customizing baits has contributed significantly to his success.  As the world’s leading supplier of tackle building supplies, we are proud to partner with him, and in this capacity, to help fuel his future accomplishments.  We are excited about his ideas for new products that only a professional like him can provide.  He travels the entire country and is in tune with the bass fishing environment. Bill spends hours on the water, talking with other pros, learning new techniques and developing lure modifications. As a result, we’ll be able to offer the best possible selection of true and tested products to make your day on the water a success.”

 

ABOUT LurePartsOnline.com

LurePartsOnline.com was established in 1992 with the goal to provide lure builders with the most complete selection of lure making supplies.  LurePartsOnline has grown to become one of the world’s largest tackle-making ecommerce sites, and now includes a complete line of rod building supplies and fly tying materials in addition to the original lure making selections.  LurePartsOnline.com is a family business headquartered in Springfield, IL, owned and managed by brothers Ron and Jim Stevens.


General Tire Steps Up Its Bass Fishing Game And Is Making A Huge Splash In 2016!

 

GENERAL TIRE MAKING A SPLASH IN          

PRO BASS FISHING

 

·       Sponsoring Four Bassmaster Elite Series Pro Anglers

·       Partnering with FLW and the Bassmaster Elite Series

·       Continuing Sponsorship of Major League Fishing

 

FORT MILL, S.C. – (February 24, 2016)   General Tire wants to be a known brand among professional bass anglers and fans of the ever-growing sport of bass fishing.  In an effort to accomplish that goal, the tire brand has created an aggressive strategy that includes the sponsorship of four top pro anglers on the Bassmaster Elite Series, partnering with B.A.S.S., Fishing League Worldwide (FLW) and Major League Fishing (MLF).

 

General Tire is joining forces with the 2009 Bassmaster Classic champion and the 2007 Toyota Bassmaster Angler of the Year, Skeet Reese.  The Auburn, California resident will prominently feature the General Tire brand on his eye-catching Ford F650, on his signature bright yellow Ranger boat and in the center of his tournament jersey.

 

“I'm really excited to be working with such a respected company like General Tire,” stated Skeet Reese.  “They’ll be a great asset to our sport and will help expose fishing to a whole new consumer.”  “I look forward to sharing General Tire’s message with our loyal bass fishing fans,” said Reese. 

 

Joining Reese on the General Tire roster is 10-time B.A.S.S. winner and three time runner up to the coveted Angler of the Year award, Edwin Evers.  The Talala, Oklahoma native will feature the General Tire brand on his Nitro boat, his Toyota Tundra and on his tournament jersey.

 

"I couldn't be more excited to be with a company who is going to be so involved with fishing,” said Edwin Evers.  “They have made a big commitment to support bass fishing and I am looking forward to our partnership together.”  “I've been a customer of General Tire through the years and can confidently say that they make a great tire," revealed Evers. 

 

Both anglers will be featured in new television and print advertising campaigns for the brand. The powerhouse anglers of Reese and Evers will be joined by fellow Bassmaster Elite Series anglers John Crews and Britt Myers who both were part of General Tire’s entry into pro angler support in 2015.  Crews, of Salem, Virginia; has eight Bassmaster Classic appearances and a win in the always tough Bassmaster Elite Series.  Myers of Lake Wylie, S.C. is a regular on the Bassmaster Elite Series and also owns and operates CS Motorsports which customizes the trucks of many of the pro anglers who compete on tour.

 

To complement the pro angler support, General Tire will join B.A.S.S. as a media partner that will feature print ads in both Bassmaster magazine and B.A.S.S. Times in addition to television commercials on ESPN2 and ESPN Classic.  The partnership will also allow General Tire to activate at four Bassmaster Elite Series events on the 2016 schedule.

 

“We applaud General Tire for selecting four of the top-performing professional anglers on the Bassmaster Elite Series to represent the brand,” said Bruce Akin, B.A.S.S. CEO. “And we’re thrilled that the company is reaching out to its potential customers through our Elite Series events, which recorded an average attendance of nearly 20,000 per tournament in 2015.”

 

To be sure General Tire is plugged into all corners of the pro bass fishing world, they will also join Fishing League Worldwide (FLW) as an ‘Official Sponsor.” As part of their package, General Tire will become the presenting sponsor of all Walmart FLW Tour event take-off ramps that will feature signage and an inflatable arch located near each boat ramp on the tour.  The tire brand will also have a branded boat participating in each Walmart FLW Tour event, hospitality and activation opportunities along with television commercials within each broadcast. 

 

“We’re excited to announce our partnership with General Tire and welcome them to the FLW family,” said FLW president of marketing, Trish Blake.  “FLW’s members and fans are among the most loyal consumers available and General Tire will now have access to the hundreds of thousands of anglers that we reach each month.”

 

General Tire will also continue their role as the exclusive tire sponsor of Major League Fishing that they began in 2013.  The tire brand will remain as the title sponsor of the General Tire Summit Cup, support the Summit Selects, offer a branded boat in each event and be featured in television commercials.

 

"General Tire has been a fantastic partner of MLF and as we have grown, General Tire immediately responded and has grown with us," stated Jim Wilburn general manager of Major League Fishing.  

 

“We are thrilled to have these opportunities to get more involved in the sport of bass fishing,” said Travis Roffler, director of marketing for General Tire. “Our family of products fit perfectly with the needs of bass fishing enthusiasts and we are elated to have these relationships in place to help us connect with them.”

 

For more information or to locate a tire dealer, visit GeneralTire.com.

 

Tell us about your fishing adventures @GeneralTire using #AnywhereIsPossible

 

About B.A.S.S.

B.A.S.S. is the worldwide authority on bass fishing and keeper of the culture of the sport. Headquartered in Birmingham, Ala., the 500,000-member organization’s fully integrated media platforms include the industry’s leading magazines (Bassmaster and B.A.S.S. Times), website (Bassmaster.com), television show (The Bassmasters on ESPN2), social media programs and events. For more than 45 years, B.A.S.S. has been dedicated to access, conservation and youth fishing.

The Bassmaster Tournament Trail includes the most prestigious events at each level of competition, including the Bassmaster Elite Series, Bass Pro Shops Bassmaster Open Series, B.A.S.S. Nation, Carhartt Bassmaster College Series presented by Bass Pro Shops, Costa Bassmaster High School Series, Toyota Bonus Bucks Bassmaster Team Championship and the ultimate celebration of competitive fishing, the GEICO Bassmaster Classic presented by GoPro.

 

About FLW

FLW is the world’s largest tournament-fishing organization, providing anglers of all skill levels the opportunity to compete for millions in prize money in 2016 across five tournament circuits. Headquartered in Benton, Kentucky, with offices in Minneapolis, FLW conducts more than 235 bass-fishing tournaments annually across the United States and sanctions tournaments in Canada, China, Mexico and South Korea. FLW tournament fishing can be seen on the Emmy-nominated “FLW" television show, broadcast to more than 564 million households worldwide, while FLW Bass Fishing magazine delivers cutting-edge tips from top pros. For more information visit FLWFishing.com and follow FLW at Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Periscope: @FLWFishing.

About Major League Fishing                                                                                                              Major League Fishing is a partnership that includes some of the world’s most talented influential professional bass anglers and Outdoor Channel.  For more information about the new game with new rules and no limits, visit www.majorleaguefishing.com

About General Tire

For 100 years General Tire has offered a complete quality line of ultra-high performance, passenger, light truck, off-road and commercial tires to meet all your needs. General Tire is a proud supporter of ARCA; Best in the Desert Racing Series; Major League Fishing; King of the Cage; Lucas Oil – Off Road Racing Series, Late Model Dirt Series, Pro Pulling League, Modified Series, Drag Boat Racing Series and ASCS Sprint Car Dirt Series; Expedition Overland; FreestyleMx.com Tour; Zero One Odyssey; and Spec Tire of JeepSpeed. Team GT supports athletes: CJ Hutchins, Jim Beaver, Jeff Proctor, Chase Motorsports, Doug Fortin, Jim Riley, Camburg Racing, Lee Banning Sr., Bryan Folks, Jerett Brooks, Carl Renezeder and Stan Shelton.

About Continental AG

Continental develops intelligent technologies for transporting people and their goods. As a reliable partner, the international automotive supplier, tire manufacturer, and industrial partner provides sustainable, safe, comfortable, individual, and affordable solutions. In 2014, the corporation generated sales of approximately €34.5 billion with its five divisions, Chassis & Safety, Interior, Powertrain, Tire, and ContiTech. Continental currently employs more than 208,000 people in 53 countries.


Elite Series Pro Justin Lucas Previews This Weekends Alabama Bass Trail North Event On Smith Lake.

Elite Series transplant Justin Lucas gives the Alabama Bass Trail Anglers a little insight to Smith Lake in North Alabama.


Classic Insider Interview With Randy Howell On What He's Looking For On Grand Lake Next Week

Bassmaster Classic Champ Randy Howell gives us an insider view of what feels the fish just might be doing and how he plans to target those fish when he gets to Grand Lake later this week for the Bassmasters Classic.


Ranger Boats Sending 15 Pro's To The Bassmasters Classic!

Legendary boat brand Ranger Boats will be represented by 15 of the world's top professional bass anglers when the 2016 Bassmaster Classic is contested on Oklahoma's Grand Lake O' the Cherokees on March 4-6.

The highly anticipated event draws thousands each year, crowds that gather to watch the live weigh ins as well as to attend the Bassmaster Classic Outdoors Expo, which runs concurrently with the tournament. The Expo gives Ranger fans a chance to see the brand's 2016 models and meet some of bass fishing's luminaries.
In addition, boat buyers attending the 2016 Bassmaster Classic Outdoor Expo will be eligible for numerous sales incentives, giving them the opportunity to make their dream rig a reality. Several of the boats on display will include up to $6,200 in bonus benefits as part of Ranger's "Retail Revolution" sales promotion. In addition to the hottest Elite Series-ready fiberglass bass boats, the legendary boat brand will also showcase their ultra-popular aluminum line, which continues to deliver Ranger quality and attention to detail to a growing group of boat buyers.
Visitors to the Ranger booth will also have the opportunity to meet and gain professional insight from some of the sport's greatest professional bass anglers. With appearances by Hank Parker, Jimmy Houston, Denny Brauer and many others, the Ranger booth is expected to be a hub for bass fishing fans throughout the expo.
For behind-the-scenes access to the tournament, or inside looks at Ranger products and personalities, follow Ranger Boats on Twitter (@RangerBoats) or become a fan on Facebook.
Ranger Pros competing in the 2016 Bassmaster Classic:
Jason Christie - Park Hill, Okla.
B.A.S.S. Elite Series Angler of the Year: 13th Place
Keith Combs - Huntington, Texas
B.A.S.S. Elite Series Angler of the Year: 14th Place
Chris Dillow - Waynesboro, Va.
B.A.S.S. Open winner: James River
Brent Ehrler - Redlands, Calif.
B.A.S.S. Elite Series Angler of the Year: Seventh Place
Micah Frazier - Newnan, Ga.
B.A.S.S. Elite Series Angler of the Year: 28th Place
Brett Hite - Phoenix, Ariz.
B.A.S.S. Elite Series Angler of the Year: 31st Place
Thomas Martens - Jonestown, Texas
B.A.S.S. Nation Team Championship Classic Bracket Winner
Brandon McMillian - Clewiston, Fla.
B.A.S.S. Open Winner: Lake Seminole
Jacob Powroznik - Port Haywood, Va.
B.A.S.S. Elite Series Angler of the Year: Fifth Place
Skeet Reese - Auburn, Calif.
B.A.S.S. Elite Series Angler of the Year: 12th Place
Fabian Rodriguez - Ocean City, Md.
B.A.S.S. Nation Mid Atlantic Division Winner
Bernie Schultz - Gainesville, Fla.
B.A.S.S. Elite Series Angler of the Year: 18th Place
Charles Sim - Ottawa, ON
B.A.S.S. Nation Eastern Division Winner
David Walker - Sevierville, Tenn.
B.A.S.S. Elite Series Angler of the Year: 23rd Place
James Watson - Nixa, Mo.
B.A.S.S. Open winner: Table Rock Lake
Appearing in the Ranger Boats booth:
Jay Yelas
Saturday: 10 to Noon, 2 to 4 p.m.
Sunday: 10 to Noon, 2 to 4 p.m.
Scott Martin
Friday: 2:45 to 3:45 p.m.
Saturday: 10 to 11 a.m.
Hank Parker
Friday: 5 to 6 p.m.
Saturday: 10 to 11 a.m.
Jimmy Houston
Friday: 6 to 6:45 pm
Sunday: 10 to 10:45 a.m.
Tommy Biffle
Friday: 1 to 2 p.m.
Saturday: 11 to Noon
Sunday: 12 to 1 p.m.
Denny Brauer
Friday: 3 to 4 p.m.
Saturday: 10 to 11 a.m.
Sunday: 11 to Noon
Mark Rose
Friday: 12 to 1 p.m.

Saturday: 12 to 1 p.m.


Anglerschannel.com Insider Interview - Classic Edition Featuring Elite Series Pro Justin Lucas

Elite Series sensation Justin Lucas gives us an inside scoop on how he plans to attack Grand Lake later this week when practice starts for the 2016 Bassmasters Classic. Stay Tuned for more!


Anglerschannel.com Tournament Tracker Inside Interview With Abt Second & Third Place Teams

AnglersChannel.com exclusive insider interviews with the second and third place teams from this past weekends Alabama Bass Trail event on Lake Martin. 


Sinclair And Flack Win The First Alabama Bass Trail On Lake Martin-Take Home 10K-Results And Pics Here!

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Alexander City, Ala. February 20, 2016 – There are two types of competitors in the world, the wiser, more intellectual “old bulls, and the faster more aggressive “young bulls.”  At the first event of the 2016 Alabama Bass Trail Southern Division at Lake Martin near Alexander City, the young bulls wound up sitting atop the heap.

Caiden Sinclair and Ethan Flack, college anglers from the University of Alabama fishing team put together a strong pattern that enabled them to produce a 16.66-pound limit of Lake Martin largemouth the earned them their first major tournament victory and the $10,000 first prize.

Sinclair had shown his potential in the Bassmaster Carhartt College Southern Regional two weeks ago when he jumped out to the lead en route to a 10th place finish, and Flack, the son of 2014 ABT Championship winner Jackie Flack has a long history of excellence – it all came together today.

Building on what Sinclair had started at the College event, the pair utilized a pair of squarebilled crankbaits to capitalize on the warming weather conditions in the heavily stained water following several heavy rains.  Sinclair and Flack reported staying within a mile of the Wind Creek Park launch site throwing a Strike King KVD 1.5 and 6th Sense Lures squarebill in Sexy Shad type colors. “We stayed pretty close to the takeoff and just hit every shallow piece of cover we could,” said Sinclair.  “We were able to figure out a way to trigger strikes from these early prespawn females and put them in the boat.”

Flack said the expectations were high heading into the event.  “We really had a good day and were able to land everything that bit. We caught fish all day, but really had the limit we weighed in at around 10:30 this morning,” he said.  “With everything Caiden found we expected to have a good event, but you don’t expect it to go this well.  It’s really humbling to be able to win an event like this with the amount of talent that the Alabama Bass Trail draws; it’s a little overwhelming right now.”

The father / son team of Colby and Kevin Wells from Pensacola, Fla. finished in second place with a total weight of 15.97 pounds. The pair started their day by landing a 7.25-pound largemouth at 7:30 in the morning and building from there.  That behemoth would wind up being the Mountain Dew Big Bass of the tournament, and gave them a foundation to their day.

They used a pair of techniques to boat their limit. “We caught the big one and two other good ones on a 1/4-ounce green pumpkin Skinny Bear Jig and Zoom Critter Craw trailer, then filled out our limit with a Japan Craw colored SKT Mini MR crankbait by Lucky Craft,” they reported.  “It was a great day, and to be able to do it together made it even more special.

Another father / son team, Scott and Taylor Ashley rounded out the top three with a strong, 15.60-pound performance that netted them a third place finish and the $4,000 prize as well as the ABT gear bonus for being the highest finisher wearing Alabama Bass Trail apparel.

The top 10 finishers are listed below.  For complete standings visit the website at http://www.alabamabasstrail.org/tournament-series/lm-results/

 

Place Team Total Weight Big Fish Earnings
1 Caiden Sinclair/Ethan Flack 16.66 $10,000
2 Colby Wells/Kevin Wells 15.97 7.25 $5,000
3 Scott Ashley/Taylor Ashley 15.6 $4,000
4 Matt McSweeney/Rod McSweeney 14.53 $3,000
5 Radney Atchison/Joe Wikoff 14.44 $2,000
6 Jimmy Miller/Chris Miller 14.12 $1,000
7 Tony Hogan/Vernon Ward 13.91 4.6 $900
8 Shaye Baker/Ben Weldon 13.87 $800
9 Jeremy Headley/Anthony Goggins 13.19 $700
10 Mike Hardin/Michael Hardin 12.93 $600


The sponsors of the 2016 Alabama Bass Trail include; Bill Penney Toyota, Phoenix Bass Boats, Garmin, Academy Sports & Outdoors, Wind Creek Hospitality – Wetumpka, Wind Creek Hospitality – Montgomery, Alabama Tourism Department, SCA Performance, Mt. Dew, Boat US, T-H Marine Supplies, AllState, TVA, Alabama Power, Fish Neely Henry Lake.com, Lew’s Fishing, Frogg Toggs, Crossed Industries, Alabama Foundation Specialist, Costa, YETI, Leer, E3 

For information about Alabama Bass Trail and for complete tournament standings visit www.alabamabasstrail.org.

 


Joey Bramlett And Barry Holloman Win The Cbc On Wateree-Take Home $10,550-Pic And Full Results Here!

Congratulations to the all the fishermen that fished with us on Lake Wateree yesterday. Joey Bramlett and Barry Holloman took first place with a total weight of 24lbs including big fish of the tournament at 7.86lb for a total of $10,550.00. Tommy Williams and Thomas Hardwick took first place in the Skeeter Boats Bonus Money good for $4000.00 and also finished 2nd for a total of $8000.00. FULL RESULTS BELOW THE PICS-

CBC Top finishing Skeeter team of Thomas Hardwick and Tommy WilliamsCBC Top finishing Skeeter team of Thomas Hardwick and Tommy Williams

 

Winning team with their 24+ LB stringer 

Winning team with their 24+ LB stringer

 

Place Team Name Team # Fish       Weighed Net             Weight Big Fish Points Winnings
1 Joey Bramlett - Barry Holloman 128 5 24.000 7.860 310 $9,550
2 Tommy Williams - Thomas Hardwick 24 5 23.980 6.100 309 $4,000
3 Dennis Reedy - Jeffrey Thomas 124 5 23.270 0.000 308 $2,500
4 David Etheridge - Butch Williams 102 5 20.630 0.000 307 $1,800
5 Shane Lineberger - John parker 118 5 20.200 0.000 306 $1,200
6 Jerry Freezon - Jason Miles 29 5 17.320 5.220 305 $875
7 Sandy Oliver - William Gainey 55 4 16.450 0.000 304 $675
8 Jonathan Brindel - David Grooms 93 5 15.710 0.000 303 $625
9 Bill Grier - Robby Byrum 65 5 14.920 0.000 302 $575
10 Ron Davis - Ronnie Davis 47 5 14.850 0.000 301 $512
10 Billy McIntosh - Rick McLean 80 5 14.850 0.000 301 $512
12 Greg Davis - Dennis Parks 38 3 14.690 5.360 299 $450
13 Kiel Kelly - Chuck Whittaker 105 4 14.300 0.000 298 $430
14 Nathan Burgess - Brent Riley 66 5 14.010 0.000 297 $410
15 Chad Cook - tony cook 119 4 13.690 0.000 296 $375
16 Darren Sigmon - Brian Huffman 79 4 12.930 0.000 295 $350
17 Johnny Houser - Ben Lee 27 4 12.160 5.660 294 $325
18 Jeff Norris - Jacob Norris 64 4 11.670 0.000 293 $300
19 Bradford Beavers - Dwight Beavers 76 3 11.600 0.000 292 $270
20 Derrick Compton - Dustin Compton 17 4 11.100 0.000 291 $240
21 grady allen - Calvin Hewitt 85 5 10.760 0.000 290 $225
22 Lee Morris - Robert Ross 60 3 10.700 0.000 289 $200
23 Chad Sinclair - Caleb Conner 99 3 10.670 6.400 288
24 Billy Black - kyje jenda 7 3 10.500 5.310 287
25 Matthew Goheen - Hunter Spivey 26 2 10.000 6.090 286
26 Winkey Watford - scotty mixon 69 2 9.800 0.000 285
27 Tommy Floyd - Randy Welch 31 2 9.250 0.000 284
28 Brent Long - Marc Marsh 23 2 8.800 5.630 283
29 Mike King - Chris Crawford 6 3 8.790 0.000 282
30 Mack Cook - Patrick Cook 46 3 8.730 0.000 281
31 Robin Rogers - Brad Schindledecker 22 2 8.110 5.010 280
32 Dave Murdock - Tony Fofi 57 2 7.910 0.000 279
33 Sean Anderson - George Berry 127 3 7.810 0.000 278
34 Wayne Marlow - Scott Peavy 32 2 7.790 0.000 277
35 Wayne King - Bo Chappell 11 3 7.750 0.000 276
36 Clark Gibbs - Freddie Gibbs 35 2 7.210 0.000 275
36 Keith Porter - Jason Threatt 114 3 7.210 0.000 275
38 Greg Benton - Darren Carter 115 2 7.010 0.000 273
39 Brian Tyler - Frederick Clements 101 2 6.940 0.000 272
40 Stump Bledsoe - Glenn Elliott 39 2 6.710 0.000 271
41 Bill Clowney - Matthew Hook 21 1 6.370 6.370 270
42 Cameron Baker - Andrew Irvin 54 2 6.180 0.000 269
43 Kevin Alford 123 2 6.150 0.000 268
44 Wesley Barrineau - Randell Barrineau 20 3 5.370 0.000 267
45 Tony Postell - Frank Sabo 41 1 5.290 5.290 266
45 Gregg Kessler - Gregg Kessler II 87 2 5.290 0.000 266
47 Stan Gunter - Bradley Gunter 52 1 5.230 5.230 264
48 Daniel Hill - Winston Husband 1 2 5.160 0.000 263
49 Robert Wood - John Lundeen 56 2 4.940 0.000 262
50 Alex Cribb - Winston Martin 74 1 4.890 4.890 261
51 Alan Fletcher - Danny Johnson 4 1 4.750 4.750 260
52 John Johnston - Mark Cercopely 61 1 4.420 4.420 259
53 Ronnie Britt - Jim Britt 82 2 4.360 0.000 258
54 Kevin Rake - Terry Morris 70 2 4.270 0.000 257
55 Mike Phipps - Robert Clarke 111 1 3.860 3.860 256
56 Carlton Thompkins - Joel Barfield 43 1 3.740 3.740 255
57 Brad Petway - Jeff Douglas 45 1 3.720 3.720 254
58 Ron Brown - Bobby Brown 42 1 2.960 2.960 253
59 Kevin McCurry - Todd Gambrell 129 1 2.850 2.850 252
60 kevin driggers - Jamie Ethridge 12 1 2.820 2.820 251
61 Russ Padgett - Meredith Havird 92 1 2.710 2.710 250
62 Greg Hendrick - Ted Urquhart 71 1 2.550 2.550 249
63 Chad Gainey - Mack Kitchens 25 1 2.460 2.460 248
64 Sammie Grier - David Strickland 9 1 2.400 2.400 247
65 William Bostic - Kenny Hawk 15 1 2.310 2.310 246
66 Ronald Terwilliger - Mac Cooper 121 1 2.120 2.120 245
67 Juddie Revels - David Oxendine 14 1 2.060 2.060 244
68 Greg Creech - Chris McDuffie 116 1 1.800 1.800 243
69 Michael Murphy - Kevin Sanders 84 1 1.560 1.560 242
70 Rusty Bullard - Eric Martin 62 1 1.470 1.470 241
71 John Haas - Justin Wilson 2 0 0.000 0.000 240
71 Alan Richardson - Timmy Squires 3 0 0.000 0.000 240
71 Larry Moss - Michelle McLain 5 0 0.000 0.000 240
71 Thomas King - Clayton King 8 0 0.000 0.000 240
71 Charles Keith 10 0 0.000 0.000 240
71 Terry Thomas - David Kneece 13 0 0.000 0.000 240
71 Sam Dowey - Tommy Moak 16 0 0.000 0.000 240
71 Larry Avins - Joe Avin 18 0 0.000 0.000 240
71 Daniel Cook - Carl Smith 19 0 0.000 0.000 240
71 Brian McDonald - billy bledsoe 28 0 0.000 0.000 240
71 Audie Brantley - Hunter Ciccio 30 0 0.000 0.000 240
71 Adam Fillmore - Travis Young 33 0 0.000 0.000 240
71 Chris Dover - Matthew Garvin 34 0 0.000 0.000 240
71 Alan Roberts - Davey Thomas 36 0 0.000 0.000 240
71 Beau Wilder - Neil McNair 37 0 0.000 0.000 240
71 John Willocks - David Murdaugh 40 0 0.000 0.000 240
71 Jay Adams - Bobby Carroll 44 0 0.000 0.000 240
71 Jason Hadden - Norm Attaway 48 0 0.000 0.000 240
71 Jason Quinn - Tony Colacurcio 49 0 0.000 0.000 240
71 Tom Hucks - Roger Farrow 50 0 0.000 0.000 240
71 Greg Sigmon - ann barfield 51 0 0.000 0.000 240
71 Josh Alford - will prosser 53 0 0.000 0.000 240
71 Johnathan Crossland - DJ McEachern 58 0 0.000 0.000 240
71 Billy Jacobs - Mark Cummings 59 0 0.000 0.000 240
71 Justin Purnell - Ricky Lee 63 0 0.000 0.000 240
71 kenneth wigner - Ed Wigner 67 0 0.000 0.000 240
71 Lee Royson - Jeff Reynolds 68 0 0.000 0.000 240
71 Larry Parker - Glenn Altman 72 0 0.000 0.000 240
71 John Sturkie - Blake Strickland 73 0 0.000 0.000 240
71 Josh McGregor - Randall Driggers 75 0 0.000 0.000 240
71 Adam Ridings - Michael Ridings 77 0 0.000 0.000 240
71 Eric Bozeman - Clint Proudfoot 78 0 0.000 0.000 240
71 Cleve Yarborough - Kyle McElveen 81 0 0.000 0.000 240
71 Timothy Garrison - Ken Lawhon 83 0 0.000 0.000 240
71 Todd Walters - Patrick Walters 86 0 0.000 0.000 240
71 Allan Collins - Marcus Deese 88 0 0.000 0.000 240
71 Jason Farrand - Dason Lasek 89 0 0.000 0.000 240
71 Kenneth Clark - David Kelly 90 0 0.000 0.000 240
71 Cole Winn - Scott Martin 91 0 0.000 0.000 240
71 David L Canupp - David L Canupp 94 0 0.000 0.000 240
71 Donald Hinson - Jay Keith 95 0 0.000 0.000 240
71 Harold Turner - Justin Cromer 96 0 0.000 0.000 240
71 Gary Atkinson - Troy Buffington 97 0 0.000 0.000 240
71 Jamie Thames - Barry Thames 98 0 0.000 0.000 240
71 Bunn Tyson - Thad Driggers 100 0 0.000 0.000 240
71 Roger Medlock - Todd Lawrence 103 0 0.000 0.000 240
71 Ronnie McCoy - Jason McCoy 104 0 0.000 0.000 240
71 Andrew Boykin - Billy Gainey 106 0 0.000 0.000 240
71 randall miller - Mack Altman 107 0 0.000 0.000 240
71 Will Smith - Bill Holmes 108 0 0.000 0.000 240
71 Sam Dunlap - John Dunlap 109 0 0.000 0.000 240
71 Wesley Bell - Kerry Bell 110 0 0.000 0.000 240
71 Steve Blankenship - Jason Smith 112 0 0.000 0.000 240
71 Ross Burns - Jeremiah Jensen 113 0 0.000 0.000 240
71 Billy Cairco - Neva Cairco 117 0 0.000 0.000 240
71 Carl Williams - Eddie Williams 120 0 0.000 0.000 240
71 Daryl Watson - Ken McFarland 122 0 0.000 0.000 240
71 Josh Wilson - Sam Lambert 125 0 0.000 0.000 240
71 Sam Hopkins - Craig Matthews 126 0 0.000 0.000 240
71 Chris Shumate 130 0 0.000 0.000 240
71 Wesley Cashwell - Shane Doughtie 131 0 0.000 0.000 240
71 Jimmy McFarland - Calvin Griggs 132 0 0.000 0.000 240

 

 


Anglerschannel.com Tournament Tracker Inside Interview With Abt Winners Caiden Sinclair & Ethan Flack

Alabama Bass Trail South Division winners Caiden Sinclair and Ethan Flack give us the inside scoop on todays Tournament Tracker Inside Interview.


College Anglers Caiden Sinclair & Ethan Flack Take Home $10,000 In Alabama Bass Trail Win On Lake Martin!

University of Alabama Anglers Caiden Sinclair & Ethan Flack win the Alabama Bass Trail South Division Season Opener with 16.66 pounds of Lake Martin Bass! Listen in to see how they caught them here on AnglersChannel.com!


Blaine & Jewell Weigh In 19.60 On A Tough Tough Lake Amistad To Take Home Bass Champs South Win!

Blaine & Jewell with 19.60 for the win!:

 Photo Courtesy of Bass Champs

 

DISPLAY JUNIOR TEAMS  /  DISPLAY ALL TEAMS

Place Boat Truck Angler 1 Angler 2 Fish Big Bass Wt. Prize Amt.
1 WILLIAM BLAINE
SAN ANGELO , TX
ROSS JEWELL
DEL RIO , TX
5 0 19.60
$20000.00
2 MIKE HARMAN
BASTROP , TX
RICK SCHEEN
AUSTIN , TX
5 0 19.18
$2500.00
3 DERICK KUYRKENDALL
BERGHEIM , TX
FOREST WILSON
BULVERDE , TX
5 0 19.07
$1750.00 + Lowrance Bonus Cash
4 TIM BLANCHETTE
BLESSING , TX
TOMMIE COLLIER
PORT LAVACA , TX
5 0 18.42
$1200.00
5 ROLANDO HERNANDEZ
DEL RIO , TX
RAFAEL MENCHACA
DEL RIO , TX
5 0 18.30
$1050.00
6 BUFORD ESTEP JR
THREE RIVERS , TX
BUFORD ESTEP SR
THREE RIVERS , TX
5 9.41 18.14
$1040.00 + $500.00 Big Bass + UnderArmour+Costa+BioBor
7 CRUZ ISAAC III
SEGUIN , TX
KOBE ISAAC
SEGUIN , TX
5 6.64 17.85
$1030.00
8 JOHN ADAMI
CORPUS CHRISTI , TX
JIM ROBERTSON
HARPER , TX
5 0 17.66
$1020.00 + $1020 Skeeter Bonus Cash
9 WAYNE JACKSON
EDINBURG , TX
JASON SCHNEEMANN
D'HANIS , TX
5 6.06 17.58
$1010.00
10 JJ DUCHARME
BRACKETTVILLE , TX
GARY CARR
SAN ANGELO , TX
5 6.27 16.62
$1000.00
11 KEVIN UNGER
SMITHVILLE , TX
TIM GOETZ
SMITHVILLE , TX
5 7.89 16.43
$900.00
12 JERRY SMITH
NEW BRAUNFELS , TX
MIKE KATZER
KYLE , TX
5 0 16.08
$800.00
13 BRENDAN KENNELL
DEL RIO , TX
ZACH BIBB
SAN ANTONIO , TX
5 0 15.91
$700.00
14 RICHARD STANDEFORD
NEW BRAUNFELS , TX
DOUG SCHROEDER
NEW BRAUNFELS , TX
5 0 15.50
$650.00
15 LOGAN MCDONALD
SAN ANGELO , TX
JERRY MCDONALD
MILLERSVIEW , TX
5 0 15.47
$600.00
16 CODY GARRETT
KINGSVILLE , TX
CLINT MAREK
TOMBALL , TX
5 0 15.20
$600.00
17 RAMIRO CADENA
LAREDO , TX
JUAN CADENA
LAREDO , TX
5 7.25 14.67
$600.00
18 JOE SILL
BOERNE , TX
DAVID RIDGEWAY
BIG LAKE , TX
5 0 14.48
$600.00
19 JOHN CASPARIS
SONORA , TX
WELDON MCGUIRE
ODESSA , TX
5 0 14.03
$600.00
20 CARSON SIMS
BOERNE , TX
CLAUDE SIMS
BOERNE , TX
5 0 13.86
21 ALAN CARMICHAEL
SWEETWATER , TX
BILL HUNTER III
SWEETWATER , TX
5 0 13.03
22 TERRY LUEDTKE
BURTON , TX
DOYLE REEVES
BURTON , TX
5 0 12.95
23 EFREM DICOCHEA
CONVERSE , TX
STEPHEN BADLEY
BROKEN ARROW , OK
5 0 12.80
24 CHANS MARTIN
FAIR OAKS RANCH , TX
MAX MARTIN
CLOVIS , NM
5 0 12.73
25 JP DURAN
FLINT , TX
DENNIS ODELL
TUSCOLA , TX
5 0 12.68
26 ERNESTINO PRUNEDA
MARYNEAL , TX
CODY WAYNE WHITE
DEL RIO , TX
4 0 12.54
27 VICTOR MEZA JR
DEL RIO , TX
CARLOS SANCHEZ
DEL RIO , TX
5 0 12.50
28 MICHAEL REID
ANDREWS , TX
HUNTER YOCHAM
ANDREWS , TX
4 0 12.44
29 GARY LAFRENIERE
DEL RIO , TX
WILLIAM GILES
DEL RIO , TX
5 0 12.28
30 CHARLIE FORSTER
CENTER POINT , TX
MIKE BINGHAM
KERRVILLE , TX
5 0 12.04
31 LEE LEONARD
MARTINDALE , TX
SCOTT BRONDER
FALLS CITY , TX
5 0 11.96
32 CHRIS SMITH
MIDLAND , TX
BRAD BARINGTON
COLEMAN , TX
4 5.71 11.77
33 STUART JEFFREY
ANSON , TX
EMILY JEFFREY
ANSON , TX
5 0 11.64
34 RYAN WATKINS
SELMA , TX
GRAN SHANDLEY
LEAKEY , TX
5 0 11.58
35 TYLER WILSON
CARLSBAD , NM
JOHN MYERS JR
LA LUZ , NM
5 0 11.54
36 GARRET NIES
NEW BRAUNFELS , TX
CHARLES WHITED
SAN MARCOS , TX
5 0 11.43
37 MIKE FLEMING
NEW BRAUNFELS , TX
BRIAN FLEMING JR
SAN ANTONIO , TX
5 0 11.18
38 RANDY DIXON
BORGER , TX
MELODY DIXON
BORGER , TX
5 0 11.12
39 CHISHOLM CARRUTH
ODESSA , TX
WES FARRIS
ODESSA , TX
5 0 10.92
40 ALBERT HUDSON
AUSTIN , TX
MATT HUDSON
AUSTIN , TX
5 0 10.90
41 DANNY PUENTE
DEL RIO , TX
HECTOR RUBIO
DEL RIO , TX
5 0 10.87
42 RICARDO GONZALEZ
NEED INFO
ARTURO SALDANA 5 0 10.79
43 GARRETT ROSE
PIPE CREEK , TX
LANCE ROSE
PIPE CREEK , TX
5 0 10.76
44 CHASE BROOKS
IRAAN , TX
CODY CARTMEL
PEARSALL , TX
4 0 10.44
45 CHANCE HUNDLEY
CASTROVILLE , TX
CODY HUNDLEY
RIO MEDINA , TX
5 0 10.43
46 SAM CULVER
CARLSBAD , NM
BRITTANY CULVER
CARLSBAD , NM
4 0 10.36
47 WAYLON BULLARD
DEL RIO , TX
RON CARTER
UNIVERSAL CITY , TX
3 7.05 10.34
48 MIKE BATES
CANYON LAKE , TX
TYE HEINEMAN
WIMBERLEY , TX
5 0 10.27
49 KENNETH FAIRLY
LOCKHART , TX
ANDREW REYES
LOCKHART , TX
5 0 10.18
50 JIM CRISWELL
DEL RIO , TX
GAIL CRISWELL
DEL RIO , TX
4 0 10.03
51 TRAVIS MCGUIRE
LUBBOCK , TX
TYLER HOLMES
RICHARDSON , TX
4 0 9.97
51 RICHARD WEBSTER
BOERNE , TX
MICHAEL WIMBERLEY
FLORESVILLE , TX
5 0 9.97
53 BILLY HOPKINS
STRAWN , TX
BILLY HOPKINS
MINGUS , TX
5 0 9.96
54 ARLEN HAUSCHILD
SEGUIN , TX
RALPH COGGINS
SEGUIN , TX
3 0 9.78
55 ED DANCAUSE
LAREDO , TX
RICHARD CREMO
LAREDO , TX
5 0 9.73
56 DOLORES ROBLES
DEL RIO , TX
MARIO PENA
DEL RIO , TX
5 0 9.67
57 CODY ROBERSON
CIBOLO , TX
DON BAILEY
SAN ANTONIO , TX
5 0 9.51
58 STEVE TSCHIRHART
BOERNE , TX
JOHNNIE FLORES
CASTROVILLE , TX
4 0 9.49
59 BYRON HEISER
CARLSBAD , NM
KEITH COUNTS
CARLSBAD , NM
4 0 9.47
60 BOBBY GARDUNO
MONAHANS , TX
TOM SCHULER
MONAHANS , TX
4 0 9.19
61 KELLY STARR
DEXTER , NM
JASON COTTON
ODESSA , TX
5 0 9.17
62 GONZALO NARDIN
CARRIZO SPRINGS , TX
STAN GERZSENYI
ZAPATA , TX
5 0 9.16
63 BRIAN HALL
BRONTE , TX
JACOB BECK
CHRISTOVAL , TX
4 0 8.98
64 JOHN ANDERSON III
SEGUIN , TX
ADAM PEREIRA
NEED INFO
5 0 8.97
65 JOHN REES
SAN ANGELO , TX
JOHN REES
SAN ANGELO , TX
5 0 8.88
66 COLEY WOOD
MIDLAND , TX
MICHAEL PRATHER
MIDLAND , TX
5 0 8.84
67 MADISON MCCONAUGHEY
MIDLAND , TX
ANDRES MADRID
ODESSA , TX
5 0 8.75
67 CURTIS VALENCIA
LONGVIEW , TX
MATTHEW CRAWFORD
TATUM , TX
5 0 8.75
69 KENNY ROOKE
JUNCTION , TX
MICHAEL COLE
ROCKPORT , TX
5 0 8.55
70 ROBERT BALBOA
DEL RIO , TX
ELENO BALBOA JR
DEL RIO , TX
4 0 8.52
71 JASON GALLAS
BULVERDE , TX
KEN PARKER
BOERNE , TX
5 0 8.48
72 CLAY TREADAWAY
MONAHANS , TX
CHRIS ROHDE
WICHETT , TX
5 0 8.31
73 GARRETT CHAPMAN
POST , TX
FLYNN CHAPMAN
LUBBOCK , TX
5 0 8.26
74 IGNACIO SANCHEZ
CAMPWOOD , TX
ACE SANCHEZ
CAMPWOOD , TX
5 0 8.14
75 STEVE CARAWAY
KERRVILLE , TX
BILLY SAUNDERS
KERRVILLE , TX
5 0 7.98
76 MATTHEW LANGE
YORKTOWN , TX
TED SPRENCEL
VICTORIA , TX
3 0 7.97
77 JEFF DENTON
MIDLAND , TX
JUSTIN SANCHEZ
LAREDO , TX
2 5.62 7.95
78 JUAN HERNANDEZ JR
UVALDE , TX
JOSE SAUCEDO
UVALDE , TX
3 0 7.63
79 GARY GRIFFIN
WIMBERLY , TX
RICK HIGGINS
AUSTIN , TX
3 0 7.27
80 MICHAEL BRADLEY
SAN ANTONIO , TX
SCOTT HUTZLER
LAKE HILLS , TX
3 0 6.74
81 RENE MEZA
DEL RIO , TX
JOSE JIMENEZ
DEL RIO , TX
2 5.25 6.71
82 MIKE COON
KERRVILLE , TX
WESLEY GRAHAM
PICKTON , TX
3 0 6.24
83 WILLIE RAMIREZ
GEORGE WEST , TX
LEE LOPEZ
ALICE , TX
4 0 6.20
84 DEBRA HENGST
SAN ANTONIO , TX
JOHN SONTAG
DEL RIO , TX
5 0 5.99
85 RANDELL BROWN
SMITHVILLE , TX
RICHARD REYNOLDS
CONROE , TX
1 5.89 5.89
86 RODRIGO GUTIERREZ
SAN ANTONIO , TX
LUIS GUTIERREZ
SAN ANTONIO , TX
3 0 5.46
87 RONNIE HARTMAN
SAN ANGELO , TX
BLAKE HARTMAN
SAN ANGELO , TX
3 0 5.44
88 JERRY DELAFUENTE
CASTROVILLE , TX
RAYMOND BENOIT
DEL RIO , TX
3 0 5.26
89 ROBERT LOPEZ
DEL RIO , TX
KEVIN KENNER
DEL RIO , TX
3 0 4.89
90 JOHN FROESE
SEMINOLE , TX
DOUGLAS FROESE
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Fritts & Dutton Weigh A 32.01 Limit To Win The Texas Team Trail Toledo Bend Event!

 

INSIDER REPORT:   Dutton and Fitts' 32 pounds takes Toledo Bend
 
by Brett Carlson

MANY, La. - With warming weather and an impending full moon, the first wave of Toledo Bend bass have moved up shallow to start spawning. Following suit, many of the 341 teams fishing the Texas Team Trail event moved towards the bank with them. While several impressive stringers came via sight-fishing, James Dutton and Alan Fitts stayed deep and caught the winning stringer - a 32-pound limit of prespawn largemouths. 
 
With nearly ideal conditions, Toledo Bend proved once again that it's the hottest bass fishery in the state of Texas. Weights were strong across the board as nearly 200 teams caught five-bass limits. Dutton and Fitts had their first five keepers in the livewell at 7:45 this morning.
James Dutton and Alan Fitts pictured with their 5 keepers.
"We put in at Mid Lake Marine and started at our first spot," said Dutton. "We didn't catch anything within the first 20 minutes and we noticed another spot we liked was vacant, so we moved."
 
That move turned out to be a pivotal decision as they immediately caught a 5 1/2-pounder and then a 4 1/2-pounder at spot No. 2. Twenty minutes later they boated a 7-pounder and 20 minutes after that they caught a 9.81, their kicker fish of the day. It took another 20 minutes and they had their limit fish, a 3-pounder. In total, their first five keepers weighed about 30 pounds. One single cull, a 5-pounder for the 3-pounder, would bring their official weight to 32.01 pounds.  
 
"We were fishing football jigs in about 17 to 25 feet," Dutton explained. "The water temperature has been warm, but there have been cool nights so we figured most of the fish would still be out on deep structure spots. We got them on a prespawn staging area."
 
Dutton and Fitts used a local jig, a 5/8-ounce Talon, with a Yamamoto Hula Grub in green pumpkin color. While their best area had a combination of rock, stumps and some brush, the key was the presence of baitfish. 
 
"This time of year, if they're not on beds, you better find bait. If you can find the baitfish, you'll find the bass. We were fishing only 20 to 30 feet from the main river, which is 50 or 60 feet deep. It's where the river and the creek come together to make an underwater point. We stayed in the mid-lake area, not too far from the Midlake Campground, which my partner owns."
 
Dutton grew up 10 miles from Toledo Bend and has spent most of his life fishing the lake. 
 
"I'm going to tell you what, this is the premier fishing lake in Texas. It's crazy. Last year they gave away 89 replicas for Toledo Bend Lunkers over 10 pounds. And this year they're almost to 89 already. If you want to catch a big fish, Toledo Bend is where you need to come."
 
For winning the second qualifier of the year, Dutton and Fitts earned a Stratos 189VLO with a 150-horsepower Evinrude outboard. Combined with $3,420 of Anglers Advantage cash, their total prize package was $33,420.
 
"I'm going to tell you, winning is a phenomenal feeling, especially against the caliber of these anglers. It's humbling too. We had an enjoyable day on the water and everything went our way. That doesn't happen very often; it's just a wonderful feeling."
 
Russell and Power runners up
 
Chris Russell and Mike Power finished second with a five-bass limit weighing 28.60 pounds. The two started their morning fishing a shallow point where they knew a few spawners were located. 
 
"Mike caught that good one, the 10.88, on the first cast of the morning," recalled Russell. "Now that's a good way to start the day. But then it slowed on us so we went to flipping bushes. Most of the ones we caught flipping were probably on beds but it was too dirty to see. We were up the river and there was no looking up there. But we knew they were on beds. One time we threw in there and caught the male and then threw back and caught the female."
 
Russell mainly flipped a Beaver while Power used a Big Bite Baits stick worm. The bushes they fished were in approximately 3 feet of water.
 
"I think one of our weigh fish came from Carolina rigging out deep," Russell added. "In hindsight, we probably should have fished deeper after the bush bite slowed down mid-morning. We really didn't upgrade much after 10 a.m. And there were too many boats in the area." 
 
The two earned a total paycheck of $10,839.
 
"It was a fun tournament. We had nice weather and second place is not too bad."
 
Gaia and Tolley third
 
Andy Gaia and Brian Tolley took third place with a 27.35-pound stringer, earning $7,281. The two decided on the sight-fishing program Friday during practice when they saw a bunch of buck bass up on beds.
 
"We liked what we saw yesterday so I just made the decision to commit to it," said Gaia. "I came back to the cabin after practice and tied three sight-fishing rods - two with braid and one with fluorocarbon."
 
Gaia and Tolley sight-fished all day, despite the lake's limited visibility and strong south wind.
 
"We had some fish located, most were 3- or 4-pounders," Gaia explained. "We had a limit in the boat early, probably by 8 a.m. So then we just fished around went looking for new fish. The biggest one I caught, which was about an 8 1/2-pounder, I found yesterday. Today, I caught the buck bass first, came back an hour later and found the female locked on and caught her."
 
Gaia and Tolley used what they called a "secret bait." Gaia described it as a dark-colored craw worm.
 
"I use that one bait 99 percent of the time when I'm sight-fishing. But honestly, I don't know if it's the bait. I think it's more of a confidence thing than anything else. I've learned a lot from my old team partner, Chris Wilkerson, who moved out to Colorado. He taught me sight-fishing is a matter of slowing down and being patient. He also taught me how to find fish that other people aren't finding and things like knowing when to catch a buck bass and when not to. He's an excellent sight-fisherman and an excellent teacher."
 
With an emerging pattern, Gaia and Tolley had their chances to take home the title.
 
"We had a 6 1/2-pounder jump the hook early in the day. And later we foul-hooked a 7-pounder just outside of the mouth. She was biting it. I felt like she had it; she rolled up on it. It was heavy, so I swung. I'm not really sure what happened. But that happens sight-fishing. There's no reason to be upset or not be glad with third place, but when you have the fish found to win, it's a little hard to take."
 
Setina-Walker fourth, Sullivan-Wilkinson fifth
 
In fourth place with 27.34 pounds was Joe Setina and Aaron Walker, who earned $5,598. Behind them was Jay Sullivan and Douglas Wilkinson, who won $4,267, with 26.85 pounds. Both teams brought five-bass limits to the scale.
 
Big Bass
 
Big fish honors went to Cody Garefalos and James Rozell, who caught an 11.52-pound largemouth. That fish alone earned them $1,705.
Cody Garefalos & James Rozell 11.52-pound largemouth
Rest of the best
 
Rounding out the top 10 teams at the 2016 Texas Team Trail event on Toledo Bend:
 
6th: Brian Lowrance and Jered Latta, 26.84
7th: Jerry Mason and Sean Kennon, 25.77
8th: Landan Ware and Russell Lee, 25.34
9th: David Mong and Derek Mong, 24.87
10th: Brian Schott and Lee Yowell, 24.62
 
Up next
The third qualifier of the 2016 Texas Team Trail season is slated for March 19 on the Richland Chambers Reservoir. 
Get registered online NOW!

Texas Team Trail 
                 
Team Tournament Results 2/20/16 Toledo Bend 
                 
Pl  Team  Wgt  B/B  Total  Reg Payout  A Adv  Big Bass  Total 
1 Alan Fitts - James Dutton  32.01 9.81 32.01 Stratos 189VLO w/Evin 150HO  $3,420.00   $33,420.00
2 Chris Russell - Mike Power  28.6 10.88 28.6 $8,525.00 $2,314.00   $10,839.00
3 Brian Tolley - Andy Gaia  27.35   27.35 $5,115.00 $2,166.00   $7,281.00
4 Joe Setina - Aaron Walker  27.34   27.34 $3,410.00 $1,938.00   $5,598.00
5 Jay Sullivan - Douglas Wilkinson  26.85   26.85 $2,557.50 $1,710.00   $4,267.50
6 Brian Lowrance - Jered Latta  26.84   26.84 $1,875.50 $1,482.00   $3,357.50
7 Jerry Mason - (s) Sean Kennon  25.77   25.77 $1,875.50     $1,875.50
8 Landan Ware - Russell Lee  25.34   25.34 $1,875.50 $1,140.00   $3,015.50
9 David Mong - Derek Mong  24.87 11.05 24.87 $1,875.50 $1,026.00   $2,901.50
10 Brian Schott - Lee Yowell  24.62   24.62 $1,875.50 $1,026.00   $2,901.50
11 Kevin Walker - Jeff Bridges  23.58   23.58 $1,705.00 $570.00   $2,525.00
12 Michael Gibbs - Ashley Gibbs  23.23   23.23 $1,705.00 $570.00   $2,275.00
13 Kris Wilson - Charles Bebber  23   23 $1,705.00 $570.00   $2,275.00
14 John Durio - Charlie McGee  22.97 7.1 22.97 $1,705.00 $570.00   $2,525.00
15 Ricky Campbell - Donnie Robinson  22.92   22.92 $1,705.00 $570.00   $2,275.00
16 Jonathan simon - cade durio  22.53   22.53 $1,534.50 $570.00   $2,354.50
17 Jamin Brower - Ricky Blankenship  22.26   22.26 $1,364.00 $342.00   $1,706.00
Larry Byrd - Dave Bushnell  22.26   22.26 $1,364.00 $342.00   $1,956.00
19 Tommy Rascoe - Cody Rich  22.2   22.2 $1,364.00 $342.00   $2,206.00
20 Richard Madole - Ronnie Madole  22.08   22.08 $1,023.00 $342.00   $1,615.00
21 Cody Pitt - Lane Masters  21.89 6.54 21.89 $1,023.00 $278.20   $1,301.20
22 Joey Cantrell - Shane Allison  21.11   21.11 $1,023.00 $114.00   $1,137.00
23 Dean Jones - David Rabalais  20.94   20.94 $1,023.00 $114.00   $1,137.00
24 Russell Cecil - Todd Castledine  20.85   20.85 $1,023.00 $114.00   $1,637.00
25 Josh Winfree - (s) Johnny Winfree  20.8   20.8 $1,023.00 $114.00   $1,137.00
26 Blake Schroeder - Easton Heigley  20.62 9.94 20.62 $1,023.00 $114.00   $1,137.00
27 Rusty Hatcher - Chad Loupe  20.55   20.55 $1,023.00     $1,023.00
28 Randy Millender - Rickey Cannon  20.47   20.47 $852.50 $114.00   $966.50
29 Randy Despino - Despino Jon  20.4   20.4 $852.50 $114.00   $1,216.50
30 Brandon Flowers - Curtis Jordan  20.33   20.33 $852.50 $101.90   $954.40
31 Ken Stewart - Shannon Price  20.26   20.26 $852.50 $101.90   $954.40
32 Jason Bonds - Kyle Nitschke  19.96   19.96 $852.50 $101.90   $1,454.40
33
Jason Bruce - William Spurgeon  19.89   19.89 $852.50 $101.90   $954.40
34 Robert Brown - Mike Richardson  19.77   19.77 $852.50 $101.90   $1,204.40
35 Chris Nunnelee - (s) Gary Paris  19.71   19.71 $852.50 $101.90   $1,204.40
36 Roy Cheaney - Rick Parker  19.67   19.67 $852.50 $101.90   $1,454.40
37 Andrew Faterkowski - Mike Wedgman  19.61   19.61 $852.50     $852.50
38 Justin Davis - Cody Jordan  19.58   19.58 $710.99     $710.99
39 Cody Garefalos - James Rozell  19.53 11.52 19.53 $710.99   $1,705 $2,415.99
Kevin Giddens - Josh Folks  19.53   19.53 $710.99     $710.99
41 Darold Gleason - Kevin Jeane  19.14   19.14 $710.99     $710.99
42 Kyle Rowe - Ted Pate  19.11   19.11 $710.99     $710.99
43 Rodney Dotson - Allan Paille  19.08   19.08 $710.99     $710.99
Jeff Hebert - Rip Fleming  19.08   19.08 $710.99     $710.99
45 Archie Dore - Lance Fontenot  18.93   18.93 $710.99     $710.99
46 Greg Fleming - Rick Turner  18.86   18.86 $710.99     $710.99
47 Scott Meads - Cliff Brown  18.76   18.76 $710.99     $960.99
48 David Curtis - Mark Mueck  18.59   18.59 $455.24     $455.24
49 Rickey Fuqua - Keith Miller  19.02   18.52 $455.24     $455.24
50 Skeeter Fowler - Ben Pope  20   18.5 $455.24     $955.24
51 Craig Workman - Edwin Pulda  18.49   18.49       $500.00
52 Bob Lauck - Nick Lauck  18.41   18.41       $0.00
53 Jerrel Pringle - Keith Keele  18.39   18.39       $125.00
54 Derris Wiman - Paul Wilson  18.17   18.17       $0.00
55 Frank Fulmer - Jeff Pearson  18.16   18.16       $0.00
56 Doug Morrow - Josh Clarke  18.13   18.13       $0.00
Brett Usie - Darren Haydel  18.13   18.13       $125.00
58 Keith Cullum - James Fennell  18.04   18.04       $125.00
59 Norman Land - Travis Moore  17.88   17.88       $0.00
60 Dennis Matlock - Don McFarlin  17.85   17.85       $0.00
61 Jason Conn - Robert Brock Jr  17.74   17.74       $0.00
62 Glen Freeman - Benjamin Gulett  17.59   17.59       $125.00
63 Bryan Brown - Tommy Schugart  17.56   17.56       $0.00
64 Jeff Reynolds - Johnny Thompson  17.47   17.47       $125.00
65 Kyle Gregory - (s) Tony Grisham  17.43   17.43       $0.00
66 Logan Sherrer - David Sherrer  17.37   17.37       $0.00
67 Heath Smith - Michael Smith  17.36 8.77 17.36       $0.00
68 Buddy Day - Nathan Prine  17.19   17.19       $0.00
69 Jimmy Baisden - Joe Ritter  17.13   17.13       $0.00
70 Lamar Ward - Colby Bryant  16.8   16.8       $125.00
71 Samuel Canoe - Bubba Nugent  16.72   16.72       $125.00
72
Robert Signorin - Travis Signorin  16.71   16.71       $0.00
Malcom William - Andy Williams  16.71   16.71       $0.00
74 Lance Scott - (s) Joey Martin  16.59 7.23 16.59       $0.00
75 Jake Roane - Gg Boyd  16.58   16.58       $0.00
76 Paul Rini - Zach Henter  16.53   16.53       $0.00
77 Owen Windham - Stephen Byers  17.01   16.51       $0.00
78 Jason Robertson - Ronnie Wilkenson  16.49   16.49       $0.00
79 Craig Hatchel - David Westbrook  16.36   16.36       $0.00
80 Ricky Guy - Eric Hunt  16.35   16.35       $125.00
81 Dustin Maschmeier - (s) Bruce Maschmeier  16.3   16.3       $0.00
82 Sid Havard - Mark Thomas  16.27   16.27       $0.00
83 Steve Hope - Brett Killingsworth  16.25   16.25       $125.00
84 Blaine Covington - Drew Phillips  16.24   16.24       $125.00
85 Jim Furr - Billy Gatwood  16.18   16.18       $0.00
86 Brandon Brossett - Wesley Brossett  16.17   16.17        
87 Paul Delgado - (s) Joe Embry  16.11   16.11        
88 Timothy Cline - Terry Peacock  16.07   16.07        
89 Martin Elshout - Mark Price  15.86   15.86        
Jay Kendrick - Alec Castonguay  15.86   15.86        
Darrell Reeves - Norman West  15.86   15.86        
92 Bill Guillory - Carl Boatman  15.84   15.84        
93 Dillon Lee - Gilbert Herald  15.72   15.72        
94 Wayne Brown - Larry Wood  15.7   15.7        
95 Matthew Russell - Gary Martin  15.68   15.68        
Paul Shannon - Jacob Shannon  15.68   15.68        
97 Tim Garcia - Dan Tilton  15.66   15.66        
98 Ed Melton - Anthony Jones  15.63   15.63        
99 Royce Bagwell - patrick cormier  16.55   15.55        
## (s) Terrell Foster - H.E. Paul  15.53   15.53        
### Chris Davis - Charles Trinkner  15.48   15.48        
Michael Garrett - Bryan Landers  15.48   15.48        
### James Martin Sr. - (s) Harley Wilson  15.37   15.37        
### Ed Whaley - Darren Sebek  15.28   15.28        
### Philip Crelia - TJ Goodwyn  15.24   15.24        
Stacy Twiggs - Gary Smith  15.24   15.24        
### Brannon Mire - Ben Matsubu  15.21   15.21        
### Jay Russell - Ralph Swillie  15.12   15.12        
### Dean Adams - Walt Adams  15.07   15.07        
###
Derrick Laborde - Rayford Laborde  15.05   15.05        
### Nicholas Albas - Jim Guzman  14.92   14.92        
Billy Cline - Lynn Cline  14.92   14.92        
### James Ware - James Kitchens  14.91   14.91        
### Dean Perkins - Benny Aylor  14.9   14.9        
### Casey Burleigh - Josh Rodgers  14.87   14.87        
Lance Robelia - Russell Parrish  14.87   14.87        
### Tyler Wilkerson - Ryan Wilkerson  14.8   14.8        
### Dave Boruff - Dan Keene  14.78   14.78        
### Robert Case Jr - Robert Case III  14.75   14.75        
### Mark Child - Kyle Dragulski  14.7   14.7        
John Little - Mark Barr  14.7   14.7        
Brady Winans - Scott Dean  14.7   14.7        
### Robert Anderson - Tommy Renfro  14.69   14.69        
### Eric McGaha - David Hagan  14.67   14.67        
### Russell Pasket - David Akin  14.59   14.59        
### Cole Brewer - Jeff Brewer  14.57   14.57        
### Brad Hand - Colby Hand  14.56   14.56        
### Collin Yeager - Steven Yeager  14.5   14.5        
### Nick Putnam - Austin Lowrey  14.43   14.43        
### Rodney Sammons - Philip Hanks  14.41   14.41        
### Nick Lebrun - Shane Howell  14.37   14.37        
### John Cox - Ryan Morott  14.31   14.31        
Adrian Barnes - Daniel Barnes  14.31   14.31        
### Justin Childress - Paul Reed  14.3   14.3        
### Fred Barthold - Heath Hardwick  14.27   14.27        
### Jeff Looney - Frank Polley  14.24   14.24        
### Tommy Murray - Bo Keith  14.2   14.2        
### Larry Arnold - Lucas Arnold  14.1   14.1        
### Lee Batson - Jason Greer  13.97   13.97        
### Nick Brown - Chris Unruh  13.94   13.94        
### Kevin Burks - Jason Gates  13.84   13.84        
### Dale Wagy - Trey Wagy  13.71   13.71        
### Pal Newsom - Will Seaberry  13.7   13.7        
### Matt Cooper - Howard Holmes  13.67   13.67        
### Kyle Fountain - Steve Phillips  13.62   13.62        
### Stephen Johnston - John Iles  13.59   13.59        
### Clay Penny - Bob Gross  13.55   13.55        
### Jay Moore - Chris Green  13.48   13.48        
###
Perry Moss - (s) Jeremey Jeansonne  13.42   13.42        
### Marty Sugg - Michael Herron  13.4   13.4        
### Mark Pack - David Rosenquist  13.38   13.38        
### Rob Burns - Mike Burns  13.31   13.31        
### Danny Ferraro - Keith Hansen  13.23   13.23        
### Paul Garret - Bryan McDonough  13.16   13.16        
Kenny Moser - Larry Lovell  13.16   13.16        
### Jeff Manous - Terance Corley  13.13   13.13        
### Caleb Young - Jason Rogers  13.12   13.12        
### Jon Bull - Waylin Ott  13.07   13.07        
### (s) Randy Dearman - Robert Keeland  13.05   13.05        
David Perciful - Wesley Ialacci  13.05   13.05        
### Kelly Tarr - Morris Tarr  13.02   13.02        
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### Nathan Stroup - Steve Lee  12.7   12.7        
### Wendell Barnes - Brian Theut  12.45   12.45        
### Brandon Mobley - Adam Schronk  12.41   12.41        
### Ernie Stumpf - Tom Mocny  12.39   12.39        
### Tracy Sanders - Butch Huie  12.3   12.3        
### Marshall Hughes - Greg Bass  12.28   12.28        
### Joe Bob Brown - James Gragg  12.19   12.19        
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### Spencer Stelly - Elvin Stelly  12.09   12.09        
### Mike Mueller - Austin Klores  11.97   11.97        
### Bill Ferguson - Kelly Ferguson  11.94   11.94        
### Randy Spence - Bobby Badarack  11.91   11.91        
### Carl Smith - Daniel Turner  11.85   11.85        
### Adam Dunn - Joshua Ware  11.78   11.78        
### Shawn Temple - Terry Bollom  11.7   11.7        
### Greg Ostertag - Brent Edwards  11.57   11.57        
### Tim P Wilcoxson - Tim H Wilcoxson  11.56   11.56        
### Alton Powell - Tommy Settle  11.49   11.49        
### Melvin Dunn - James Davis  11.47   11.47        
### Mike Jeffcoat - Rusty Jeffcoat  11.21   11.21        
### Joe Mann - Myron Beachy  11.2   11.2        
###
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### Ricardo Carrillo - Orlando Segovia  11.13   11.13        
### Jeff Cade - Tony South  11.12   11.12        
### Christopher Washington - Jarrid Hohensee  11   11        
### Michael Mealey - Ethan Fox  10.96   10.96        
### Adam Roden - Tina Roden  10.94   10.94        
### David Pitre - Zac Henderson  10.86   10.86        
### Jeff Jerome - Darrell Copeland  10.74   10.74        
### David Redington - Chad Mcclendon  10.63   10.63        
### Neil Mathews - Cole Storey  10.59   10.59        
### Bryan Robbins - Raymond Balcerowicz  10.53   10.53        
### Ryan Lovelace - Travis Skinner  10.18   10.18        
### Chris Huebel - Kurt Estes  10.07   10.07        
### Jeff Spears - James Spears  10.01   10.01        
### George Wooden - Dalton Robbins  9.96   9.96        
### Billy Ray Johnson - Danny Shaw  9.74   9.74        
### Michael Roger - Josh Williams  9.37   9.37        
### Frank West - Steve Poynter  9.31   9.31        
### Aaron Gunn - Robert Kell  9.05   9.05        
### Jason Flenniken - Bryan Flenniken  8.81   8.81        
### Jason Hughes - James Hughes  8.57   8.57        
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### Billy Hall - Dutch Bell  7.92   7.92        
### Brad Shuflin - William Nelms  7.21   7.21        
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### Ryan Bailey - Roy Johnson  6.94   6.94        
### Javier Alatorre - Javier Alatorre Jr.  6.75   6.75        
### William Spiller - Frank Reistino  6.37   6.37        
### Chris Johnson - Mike Johnson  5.15   5.15        
### James Neff - Tom Beckwith  4.66   4.66        
### Chris Lewis - Bobby Lynn  4.04 4.04 4.04        
### Mark Mitchell - Paul Mitchell  2.01 2.01 2.01        
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Ross Breaux - Pat Breaux  0   0        
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Scott Butaud - Nick Simon  0   0        
Theron Caldwell - Michael Worley  0   0        
James Campise - Bobby Vice  0   0        
Neal Childers - Ben Fuller  0   0        
Todd Childs - Chad Richards  0   0        
Justin Coats - Bryan Bamburg  0   0        
Alan Cowan - Robert Morphew  0   0        
Brad Cryer - Dallas Smith  0   0        
Larenzo Daniels - Jessie Suttle  0   0        
Shane Davis - Dennis Wilson  0   0        
Robert Derr - (s) Travis Thompson  0   0        
Chris Digino - Shannon Elvington  0   0   No Weigh In GC     
 
Lance Duff - Paul Procter  0   0        
Josh Dunaway - Garret Thompson  0   0        
Gary Eldred - Dallas Williams  0   0        
Trey Falgout - Ty Stuart  0   0        
Colt Farris - Clint Farris  0   0        
Aaron Fite - James Martin Jr  0   0        
Clint Fountain - Brandon Marks  0   0        
Dean Gilbert - (s) Joe Gilbert  0   0        
Joseph Goodrum - Rick Witten  0   0        
Billy Graves - Marvin DeLong  0   0        
(s) Bud Pruitt - Keith White  0   0        
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Victor Hawkins - (s) Leng Ford  0   0        
Duck Hawkins - Cedric Jackson  0   0        
Jerry Hayes - Chandler Hayes  0   0        
Chris Hazel - Richard Moore  0   0        
Mark Hogan - (s) James Bettis  0   0        
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Zach Hughes - Josh Preist  0   0        
Chuck Hunnicutt - Rick Schroeder  0   0        
Larry Jenkins - (s) Cody Jenkins  0   0        
John Jenson - Ryan Fortune  0   0        
Beau Johnson - Chad Rains  0   0        
Jon Johnson - Jerry David  0   0        
Seth Kelm - Clint Freeman  0   0        
Jason Kezerle - Rich Remedies  0   0        
Ed Klobas - Tony Rogers  0   0        
Chris Lam - Frank Tenorio  0   0        
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Rex Lee - Dave Parsons  0   0        
Chad Long - Randy Williford  0   0        
Lamont Loyd - Daniel Teel  0   0        
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Grover Mansfield - Jeff Rood  0   0        
Phil Marks - Tim Reneau  0   0        
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Craig May - Johnny Franks  0   0        
Brent Mayo - Patrick Fant  0   0        
Chris Mclain - Jeff Vanwhy  0   0        
Mark Mcwhirter - Barrett Mcclendon  0   0        
Don Meek - Merle Little  0   0        
Steven Moorhead - Charles Shofner  0   0        
Shane Murphy - Chance Moton  0   0        
Dicky Newberry - Ken Smith  0   0        
Nicholas Ortego - Michael Ortego  0   0        
Marcus Parker - Kyle Smith  0   0        
Randy Patin - Jon Fournerat  0   0        
Ryan Pinkston - Scooter Clark  0   0        
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Jeff Rice - Adam Oliver  0   0        
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Luke Sims - (s) Brad Hensley  0   0        
Brad Smith - Michael Mays  0   0        
Chris K Smith - Tim Atkerson  0   0        
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Jim Sprabary - Jimmy Sprabary  0   0        
Caleb Stark - Justin Bertrand  0   0        
Stu Stover - Greg Verlander  0   0        
Zeb Strickland - Dan Jezek  0   0        
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Cole Temple - Tyler Bradfield  0   0        
Bert Thompson - Steve Nichols  0   0        
Derek Thompson - Brit Lequieu  0   0        
Wayne Triana Jr. - Rich Dalbey  0   0        
Chance Vicknair - Kerry Vicknair  0   0        
Bob Vote - Bill Cook  0   0        
Richard Weeks - Raymond Farr  0   0        
Jason Wells - Dannie Golden  0   0        
Clay West - Clint West  0   0        
Darren Wiggins - Jered Wiggins  0   0        
Greg Williams - Josh Stewart  0   0        
Ryan Williams - Lance Vick  0   0        
Chance Woodard - Justin Wright  0   0        
Eric Wright - Jeremy Sims  0   0        
Chaz York - (s) Aaron Crippen  0   0        
Cord Zahn - Steve Haught  0   0        
Colby Ogden - JP Kimbrough  0   0        
Preston Rains II - Ramona Rains  0   0        
Jimmy Bryant - (s) Joshua Bryant  0   0        
Dustin Boyt - Michael Curry  0   0        
Steven Ingraham - Patrick Ingraham  0   0        
Troy Roder - (s) Patrick Starnes  0   0        
Beau Loughman - Matthew Armand  0   0        
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Bassmaster Elite Series Angler Bradley Roy Joins Forces With Usa Cares

Radcliff, KY – USA Cares, the growing non-profit organization that provides immediate assistance to military families in crisis, is partnering with professional fisherman and Bassmaster Elite Series Angler Bradley Roy to help raise awareness for the many challenges--including combat injuries, PTSD, and transitioning from military to civilian life--that veterans and their families face.

Last year Roy spent a day at the call center and left a changed person.  “I watched USA Cares team members receiving call after call from service members who simply couldn’t pay their rent, or keep the lights on. It’s hard to believe the lack of official support for our veterans and their families, and I’m honored to have a chance to help and pay it forward.”

“We are thrilled to have Bradley’s support, energy and charisma,” commented USA Cares Executive Director Hank Patton. “The added awareness that Bradley brings will boost our efforts to provide timely assistance to a growing number of service members and their families and to continue to change lives.”

About USA Cares

USA Cares (www.usacares.org) is a 501c(3) charitable organization that addresses the critical and unmet needs of post-9/11 service members and their families by providing them with immediate financial and advocacy support in times of crisis. The non-profit organization strives to reach families at the earliest stage of intervention to prevent further financial distress and suffering. USA Cares has responded to over 75,000 requests for emergency financial help with $11.5 million in granted assistance.

USA Cares Combined Federal Campaign (CFC) number is 12359. To donate, to request assistance, or to join our Patriot Club visit www.usacares.org.

About Bradley Roy

Bradley Roy of Lancaster, KY is the host of the annual Bradley Roy High School Open held each year and has fished the Bassmaster Elite Series for six years.  He was the 2010 Bassmaster Rookie of the Year.  He is active on his Facebook page www.facebook.com/ProBradleyRoy, Instagram @b_roy21, and Twitter @b_roy21.  His website is www.BradleyRoy.com.


Basscat Adds Australian Elite Series Angler Carl Jocumsen To Its Already Stout Pro-Staff

MOUNTAIN HOME, AR (February 18, 2016) – Today Bass Cat announced the addition of Queensland native Carl Jocumsen to its 2016 Elite Series Team. A dominant competitor in the Australian bass tournament scene, Jocumsen will run a 2016 Bass Cat Puma FTD in this year’s Bassmaster Elite Series.

“I’ve watched Carl since he first hit the States several years ago and I was immediately impressed with his positive attitude and personable demeanor,” stated Bass Cat Team Manager Kevin Short. “Carl is one of those people who leaves a positive impression on everyone he meets, making him a great ambassador for Bass Cat around the globe.”

Despite the fact that Australia does not have largemouth, spotted, or smallmouth bass, the three species targeted by the Bassmaster Elite Series, Jocumsen has managed to adapt and master the different techniques necessary to compete amongst the best. He qualified for the Bassmaster Elite Series in 2014 through the Central Open Angler of the Year standings, fishing all three divisions. In his rookie year, Carl placed 10th at the Upper Chesapeake Bay and 6th at Lake Guntersville.

When asked about his decision to join the Bass Cat team Jocumsen said, “I am extremely grateful and excited to be a part of the Bass Cat family. Their attention to detail and tradition of cutting edge designs truly fits my philosophy of only using the best. Confidence is key in this sport and the performance of my Puma FTD will give me that and more going into this season.”

Bass Cat President Rick Pierce added, “Carl is a great addition to our current Elite Series Team, which is one of the strongest yet in terms of both fishing skill and marketing expertise.”

Bass Cat, owned by Correct Craft, manufactures the industrys premier bass fishing boats from its headquarters in Mountain Home, Arkansas. Family operated since it’s founding in 1971, Bass Cat is the longest continuously operating tournament bass boat company in the USA.

For more information visit www.basscat.com.

 


Registration For The Cashion Rods Tour Northern Opens Presented By Town Marine Is Now Open!

Registration is OPEN!

This is shaping up to be the biggest year yet for the Cashion Rods Tour Northern Opens presented by Town Marine.  The dates are set for terrific fishery's at the right time with $7000 going to 1st Place with 100 boat participation.

We are proud to announce prizes provided by presenting sponsor Towne Marine with more details coming soon.  In addition we will have drawings for great prizes such as $500 Power Pole Gift Certificates, Raymarine A98 Sonar with CHIRP Downvision, and Gamma Line prize packages.  The list of participating companies keeps growing to include  companies with local ties, like, 2x4niture (315-727-0614) of Syracuse, NY, Riot BaitsBartel Road Bait & TackleAll Season Sports.and Contact Baits.  Of course the Poor Boy's Bait team will have their ever popular line of darters, gobies, and tubes.

Online Registration is Open

June 25, 2016 – Oneida Lake, NY (Register)

August 6, 2016 – Lake Champlain, NY (Register)

October 15, 2016 – St. Lawrence River, NY (Register)

CRT Northern Open Contingency Programs

See Full List of CRT Contingency Programs at CashionRods.com

Contact Tournament Director JJ Elmer with any questions: Email or Cell 315-224-8919


Carolina's Bass Challenge Wateree Preview with Director Brett Collins

CBC Tournament Director Brett Collins breaks down what should be one heck of a tournament this coming Saturday on Wateree.....Count on 25+ Lbs to take home the Guaranteed $8000!!


Countdown To Blastoff, And We Mean Multiple Blastoffs This Coming Weekend!

AC Pro Staffer Rob Digh helps us weed through the most tournaments of the year so far, and there are some MONSTERS this coming weekend! Rob tells us what weights, baits, and patterns to look for across the region-


Insider Report: Big, Migrating Bucketmouths Await Txtt Anglers At Toledo Bend This Weekend!

 

 

INSIDER REPORT:  

Big, migrating bucketmouths await TXTT anglers at Toledo Bend

 


by Brett Carlson

  

MANY, La. - After a record 350-boat field at the 2016 season opener on Sam Rayburn, the Texas Team Trail, presented by Cabela's, heads to Toledo Bend for stop No. 2. While the catch at Rayburn was impressive, the bass fishing is expected to be even better at Toledo Bend as the largemouths continue their annual migration towards shallow water. Toledo Bend, a 185,000- acre Sabine River reservoir, was once known as simply a good numbers lake. Thanks to the stocking of Florida-strain largemouths, it's now considered one of the best fisheries in the country with double-digit bass being caught regularly. To claim the lucrative boat-motor package, the winning team will need some serious weight.
 
Ranger-Mercury-Lucas Oil pro Stephen Johnston guides regularly on Toledo Bend and is fresh off a 10th-place finish at Sam Rayburn. While he loves Rayburn, he said there is no doubt that Toledo Bend is presently the premier bass fishery in the state of Texas.
 
Lucas Oil Pro Stephen Johnston expects it will take at least 30 pounds to win at Toledo Bend.  The lake is presently the premier bass fishery in the state of Texas.

"The number of 8- to 11-pounders showing up is incredible; it's just scary," said Johnston, who fishes with his stepson Danny Iles. "It's realistic that a team can catch an 8, a 9, a 10 and then put a couple 4s with it. I've been guiding on this lake since 1989 and this is just about the best it has ever been. You can catch 30 pounds just about anywhere you put your boat in."

 
On January 19, Johnston hooked up with one of those Florida-strain giants. His fish weighed a whopping 12.2 pounds and at the time was the biggest bass of the year on Toledo Bend. But on Feb. 2, Louisiana angler Louis Slaughter Sr. caught a 13.15-pound monster.
 
"The only concerning deal is that we do not have any hydrilla at all," Johnston explained. "All the hydrilla died when we got those huge rains in April and May. The sun just couldn't get to the hydrilla and it just died. And that has really changed some stuff up."
 
Johnston said the water level remains high and water temperatures remain in the mid-50s.
 
"The bushes have 4 feet of water in them. The hay grass has 6 or 7 feet. The problem is that the fish are swimming up on the ridges to stage and just following bait because there's no hydrilla to hold them there. So they're really roaming and targeting those staging fish is a whirlwind right now."
 
Come tournament time, that all could change as a full moon, combined with warmer, sunny weather, could trigger the first wave of spawning bass.
 
"There are a huge number of fish already on the bank waiting. We've already caught a lot of females up shallow that are just bursting. Those fish are going to do it this next full moon, but there won't be much sight-fishing with the water being so high. For the most part, it's just too dirty right now. You won't be able to see them, but they will be on beds. There's going to be a world of fish shallow."
 
Johnston typically likes to key on offshore staging areas this time of year. But even he concedes the tournament will likely be won in skinny water.
 
"Those deeper fish are just not holding. It could happen offshore, I mean, that's the million-dollar question. If I had to guess, I think somebody is going to win it shallow."
 
ChatterBaits, spinnerbaits and squarebill crankbaits will get plenty of use by the teams fishing shallow. Carolina-rigged creature baits, like the Zoom Brush Hog Johnston used to catch his 12-pounder, will be popular offshore.
 
"If Mother Nature lets us fish in decent conditions, I definitely think it will take over 30 pounds to win. In fact, I will say 32 or 33 pounds will be needed. But it's possible it could be 35 or 36 pounds."
 
Teams will take off at safe light from Cypress Bend Park, located at 3462 Cypress Bend Rd. in Many, La. The weigh-in will also take place at the park, beginning at 3 p.m. 
 
The Texas Team Trail consists of four regular-season events and a year-end championship. Each regular season event is a one-day team tournament and delivers 100 percent payback, including a fully-rigged 18-foot, 150-horsepower bass boat guaranteed as the first-place prize. 
 
Registration is ongoing for the Toledo Bend event and can be taken over the phone at 210-788-4143 or online by visitingwww.texasteamtrail.com/tournaments/register/. For more information on rules and tournament payouts, visit www.texasteamtrail.com.
Get registered online NOW!


Sportsmans Warehouse Product Spotlight Featuring The Shimano Curado Line Of Reels

This weeks Sportsmans Warehouse Product Spotlight features the Shimano Curado line of reels. A great, light weight, affordable reel availabel at Sportsmans Warehouse.


Sportsmans Warehouse Product Spotlight Featuring The Shimano Clarus Rod Line

This weeks Sportsmans Warehouse Product Spotlight features the Shimano Clarus line of rods. An Extremely lightweight, price conscious line of rods from Shimano.


Flw Pro Mark Rose "hooks" Mustad For 2016

Mustad® Signs FLW, MLF & B.A.S.S. Professional Angler Mark Rose

Doral, Florida February 16, 2016–
Mustad, global leader in fish hooks since 1877, continues to strengthen their commitment to Bass Fishing with the signing of Professional Angler Mark Rose.

A veteran on the FLW circuit, Mark Rose has honed his expertise in fishing river systems and offshore structure into an impressive career as one of the sport’s most consistently successful anglers.  Along the road to 7 professional titles, he has earned 48 Top Ten Finishes (nearly 5 per year average since 2008), qualified for the Forest Wood Cup 9 times, was chosen a Cabela’s First Team All-American (2011) and won a Rayovac Midwest Angler of the Year title (2005).  Notably, Mark is the only angler to qualify for all 9 Texas Bass Classics.

Says Rose, “Most of the fish that I have brought to the scales in all six of my major event wins were caught on Mustad Hooks, so I'm very excited to be a part of this great company and join their Elite Prostaff!"

Known among his peers as a consummate professional, in 2012 Mark Rose was the Inaugural winner of the Goodwill/FLW Sportsmanship Award, and has achieved over $2 Million Dollars in career tournament earnings. Other Mustad Professional Anglers that have reached this select level are Denny Brauer, Kevin VanDam, and Edwin Evers.

“Mark’s track record speaks volumes about his angling skill and competitive drive; you can never count him out.  The amount of respect that top level anglers have for Mark, both on and off the water, is tremendous.” says Mustad Sales Manager Steve Tagami. “He is a great ambassador for the sport of fishing, and is an excellent person to represent Mustad.”

In 2016, Rose will be fishing the FLW Tour, FLW Opens, Rayovac Series, BASS Northern and Southern Opens, and the popular Major League Fishing Summit Cup series.  Outdoor ministry is a major passion of Mark’s, and he speaks at and hosts events in conjunction with his Faith, Family & Fishing Ministry.  Mark also gives seminars and makes appearances at numerous sport shows and events throughout the year.

Included in Mark’s arsenal are a wide variety of Mustad UltraPoint™ Series Hooks featuring 4.3 Stay Sharp Technology:

Mustad UltraPoint Elite Series™ Treble Hooks:
TG76NP-BN 2X Short / 1X Strong KVD Elite Triple Grip Trebles
TG58NP-BN Standard KVD Elite Triple Grip Trebles
TG78NP-BN 1X Strong KVD Elite Triple Grip Trebles
Mustad UltraPoint Grip-Pin™ Series Soft Plastics Hooks – featuring the Super Strong Grip-Pin Keeper System:
KVD Grip-Pin™ (38101NP-BN) Offset Wide Gap Soft Plastics
Grip-Pin Max™ (G34131NP-BN) Flippin’ Pitchin’ Hook

Grip-Pin Max™ 3X (G34133NP-BN) Punch Hook

Mustad UltraPoint™ Series Soft Plastics Hooks –
Mega Bite 37177NP-BN Offset Wide Gap Soft Plastics
Ultra Lock 38105NP-BN Offset Wide Gap Soft Plastics

 

 

About Mustad
Every year since 1877, more anglers worldwide put their trust in Mustad than any other brand to catch their fish of a lifetime.  Sold in over 160 countries, Mustad Hooks are the world’s best-selling brand and heralded by top anglers for strength, sharpness, and quality.  At the heart of every Mustad Fish Hook is wire drawn and processed specifically for fish hook production at the Mustad Factory, in operation for over 180 years, in the town of Gjovik, Norway.  This exclusive process means that Mustad is the only company in the world that controls all phases of fish hook production from wire to finish.  Mustad brands include Mustad UltraPoint Hooks, Mustad Classic Hooks, Mustad Signature Fly Hooks as well as Terminal Tackle and Fishing Tools.  Included in Mustad’s portfolio of legendary styles are Demon Perfect Circle Hooks, KVD Elite Series Treble Hooks, Slow Death Hooks and the new ground breaking Grip-Pin Series.

For more information on Mustad’s newly expanded lineup of product, call (305) 597-0553; write O. Mustad & Son Americas., 2315NW 107th Ave. Box 88 Doral, FL 33172, visit www.mustad-americas.com or the Mustad Hooks Facebook page.


Sportsmans Warehouse Product Spotlight Featuring The Abu Garcia Veritas 2.0 Rod Line

This weeks Sportsmans Warehouse Product Spotlight features the Abu Garcia Veritas 2.0 Winch Series Rod. A great rod at a great price point that will help you put more fish in the boat!


Toyota Texas Bass Classic Is Now Part Of Toyota Texas Fest Presented By Jbl!!

FRISCO, TX – The Toyota Texas Bass Classic (TTBC) is proud to announce that it is now part of Toyota Texas Fest presented by JBL, a three-day festival of events to be held May 20-22 at Toyota Stadium.  In addition to celebrating the 10 year anniversary of TTBC, Toyota Texas Fest will enable the event to further its mission to help broaden the audience reach and ultimately increase the awareness and funding for the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD).  Toyota Texas Fest presented by JBL will include concerts, an outdoor festival, and fun activities for all ages.

We are very excited to introduce the Toyota Texas Fest presented by JBL. For 10 years, TTBC has been proud to support the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department. We look forward to continuing this tradition through Toyota Texas Fest." said Katie Scallan, executive director of the Texas Bass Classic Foundation.

We are excited to extend our 20-year JBL-Toyota partnership to include the Toyota Texas Fest,” said Bill Wyman, vice president, Global Car Audio Marketing for HARMAN. “We are thrilled to connect with this avid group of outdoor lifestyle enthusiasts, to help support the community outreach initiatives of the TPWD, and to amp up the Toyota Texas Fest with the dynamic, legendary sound that is JBL.”

Fans can expect a fun and exciting event that will offer live concerts from top country music artists, an outdoor consumer expo, the TPWD Outdoor Adventure Area, a Kids Zone and the 10th anniversary celebration of the Toyota Texas Bass Classic—the championship of professional bass fishing.  Toyota Texas Fest presented by JBL activities will be held at Toyota Stadium in Frisco, while the championship fishing will take place on Lake Ray Roberts near Denton.

For nearly a decade the Toyota Texas Bass Classic has provided top notch entertainment for the entire family.  With the relocation to Frisco and the introduction to the Toyota Texas Fest presented by JBL, we are poised to see unprecedented growth in 2016,” said Lenny Francoeur, TTBC’s tournament director.

Since TTBC’s inception over nine years ago, the partnership between TTBC and TPWD has helped raise awareness for both TPWD’s conservation efforts and helped raise funding for youth and urban outreach programs.  To date, TTBC has donated $2.25 million to the TPWD and will continue its support in 2016.

 

Concert talent and ticket sales will be announced in the coming weeks.   For additional information, visit ToyotaTexasFest.com or call 1-866-907-0143.  Make sure to “Like” us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter for tournament news, updates, and more!

 

RESOURCES:

ToyotaTexasFest.com

Facebook.com/ToyotaTexasFest

Twitter@ToyotaTexasFest

 

CONTACT:

Shannon McLain, Tournament Coordinator

(713) 580-3610 or [email protected]

 

Lenny Francoeur, Tournament Director

(704) 746-4754 or [email protected]

 

About the Event:  The Toyota Texas Fest is a three-day outdoor festival that will take place May 20-22, 2016 at Toyota Stadium (Frisco, Texas). The mission of the event is to raise awareness and funding for the Texas Parks & Wildlife Department. One of the festivals’ main events is the Toyota Texas Bass Classic (TTBC), which is celebrating its 10th anniversary in 2016. TTBC is a world-class bass fishing tournament featuring the top 36 bass anglers competing on Lake Ray Roberts (Denton, Texas). Additionally, the festival will include exceptional entertainment and a wide variety of outdoor programming for the entire family. Activities include games and interactive displays at the Texas Parks and Wildlife Outdoor Adventures Area and an outdoor consumer expo featuring the latest products and services from event partners. Throughout each day country music’s biggest stars will entertain thousands of fans.

 

Charity:  Proceeds benefit the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department.  For more information click here to visit the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department’s website: www.tpwd.state.tx.us

About JBL by HARMAN: Born out of the desire to celebrate the brilliance and craft of artists, JBL has long been dedicated to the pursuit of one truth - capturing the energy and emotion of the live performance. JBL is a flagship brand of HARMAN, which designs and engineers connected products and solutions for automakers, consumers and enterprises worldwide, including connected car systems, audio and visual products, enterprise automation solutions and connected services. HARMAN is admired by audiophiles, musicians and the entertainment venues where they perform around the world. More than 25 million automobiles on the road today are equipped with HARMAN audio and connected car systems. The Company's shares are traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol NYSE:HAR.

 

Current sponsors:  Toyota, JBL by Harman, Bass Pro Shops, NITRO Boats, GEICO, Embassy Suites Dallas Frisco Hotel Convention Center & Spa, Frisco Convention & Visitors Bureau.


Husband And Wife Team Take Home Toledo Bend Win In Bass Champs East Division Tournament

Bass Champs second tournament of the year for the East Region was held February 13th, 2016 at the #1 ranked lake in the nation – Toledo Bend. The first tournament was held January 16, 2016 at Sam Rayburn with Louisiana anglers Dean and Joshua Sikes taking first place with a bag of bass that weighed 25.80 pounds.

Excitement filled the air tournament morning when the 310 teams (new Bass Champs record on Toledo Bend) launched at the beautiful Cypress Bend Park. Early morning weather was in the high 40’s with expected temperatures to reach the upper 60’s. It was a beautiful day for fishing – and the guaranteed $20,000 cash for first place and 41 places being paid made it even better.

The first bag of bass placed on the scales weighed 20-pounds so everyone knew that this was going to be a shoot-out. And after all the smoke cleared the Hemphill, Texas husband and wife team of Mike and Ashley Gibbs won first place and $20,000 with a 5-bass limit of Toledo Bend bass that pulled the scales down to the 28.13-pound mark. WOW! The team fished mid-lake and caught 15 bass during the day. Their original pattern of working a crankbait in the 20-foot depths just didnÂ’t pay off so they switched to a shallow water technique using a soft jerk-bait with a split-shot weight. They had two bass over 6-pounds on back to back casts so obviously stayed with this pattern for the rest of the tournament.

Chantz and Douglas Wilkinson of Pineville, Louisiana took second place and $6500 with a limit weighing 27.31-pounds. Their pre-fishing pattern of working shallow bushes in the northern part of the lake was red-hot and they used a ½-oz. Oldham jig (black-blue) to do most of their damage. They did however catch a few bass including a 7-pounder on a tube and stated that almost all of their fish were caught before noon.

Third place went to Shawn Brossette (Coushatta, LA) and Brandon Tingle (Campti, LA) with a great bag of bass weighing 25.71-pounds. Also included in the bag was the Big Bass of the event, a monster weighing 12.67-pounds. The team took home $5000 for third place, $1000 for big bass and a number of other special awards. The Brossette/Tingle team only caught eight bass during the day – but they were certainly the right bass. Flipping bushes was the technique used and the big lunker was caught on a black/blue jig in about two feet of water. According to the team, it got VERY exciting before the big bass was brought into the boat.

The rest of the top 10 were as follows: Cole and Jeff Brewer (Leesville, LA) took 4th place and $4000 with 23.42, Richard Bacon (Basile, LA) and Shannon Thibodeaux (Hemphill, TX) 5th place for $3000 with 23.34, Joshua Ware (New Caney, TX) and Randy Carter (Porter, TX) 6th place and $2500 with 23.08, Rodney Dotson (Brookeland, TX) and Allan Paille (Springfield, LA) 7th place and $2000 with 22.95, Ralph and Colt Dear (Buna, TX) 8th place and $1800 with 22.84, Glen Freeman (Converse, LA) and Jeff Rice (Bossier City, LA) took 9th place and $1700 with 22.23 and Charlie McGee (Westlake, LA) and John Durio (Hemphill, TX) took 10th place and $1600 with 21.90.

So what was the bottom-line on the fishing patterns? Well shallow water was certainly productive for the top three teams but some other impressive bags of bass were caught on Carolina-rigs, A-rigs, Texas-rigged lizards, jigs fished in 20-plus feet of water and deep diving crankbaits. In fact the team of Ware and Carter were on a shallow water pattern way up in Huxley Bay that fizzled and they ran all the way back to Housen Bay to complete their limit using deep diving crankbaits.

It was a great event and the next tournament will be held March 12th, 2016 at Sam Rayburn with launching at the Umphrey Family Pavilion. For more information go to www.basschamps.com or call 817-439-3274.

Place Boat Truck Angler 1 Angler 2 Fish Big Bass Wt. Prize Amt.
1 MIKE GIBBS
HEMPHILL , TX
ASHLEY GIBBS
HEMPHILL , TX
5 0 28.13
$20000.00
2 CHANTZ WILKINSON
PINEVILLE , LA
DOUGLAS WILKINSON
PINEVILLE , LA
5 0 27.31
$6500.00
3 SHAWN BROSSETTE
COUSHATTA , LA
BRANDON TINGLE
CAMPTI , LA
5 12.67 25.71
$5000.00 + $1000.00 Big Bass + Chevron+UnderArmour+BioBor
4 COLE BREWER
LEESVILLE , LA
JEFF BREWER
LEESVILLE , LA
5 0 23.42
$4000.00
5 RICHARD BACON
BASILE , LA
SHANNON THIBODEAUX
HEMPHILL , TX
5 0 23.34
$3000.00 + Lowrance Gen3
6 JOSHUA WARE
NEW CANEY , TX
RANDY CARTER
PORTER , TX
5 0 23.08
$2500.00
7 RODNEY DOTSON
BROOKELAND , TX
ALLAN PAILLE
SPRINGFIELD , LA
5 0 22.95
$2000.00
8 RALPH DEAR
BUNA , TX
COLT DEAR
BUNA , TX
5 0 22.84
$1800.00
9 GLEN FREEMAN
CONVERSE , LA
JEFF RICE
BOSSIER CITY , LA
5 0 22.23
$1700.00
10 CHARLIE MCGEE
WESTLAKE , LA
JOHN DURIO
HEMPHILL , TX
5 0 21.90
$1600.00
11 DAVID FOX
LEESVILLE , LA
SHALON NASH
EVANS , LA
5 0 21.68
$1500.00
12 BRENT BROUSSARD
ROSENBERG , TX
JASON BOND
EROS , LA
5 0 21.60
$1400.00
13 RONNIE BLAND
BURKEVILLE , TX
MALCOLM FRANKS
FLORINE , LA
5 0 21.38
$1300.00
14 KEVIN JEANE
ANACOCO , LA
COLE MOORE
ANACOCO , LA
5 0 21.29
$1200.00 + $1200 Skeeter Bonus Cash
15 TRENTON VARDEMAN
HUNTINGTON , TX
COLE STEWART
HEMPHILL , TX
5 8.90 20.61
$1100.00
16 COLBY MILLER
ELMER , LA
RICK STEPHENS
BOYCE , LA
5 0 20.49
$1090.00
17 WAYNE TRIANA JR
NACOGDOCHES , TX
WT WRIGHT
SPRING , TX
4 0 20.43
$1080.00
18 PHIL RIDER
NATCHITOCHES , LA
ARCHIE DORE II
NATCHITOCHES , LA
5 0 20.40
$1070.00
19 LANDAN WARE
JEWETT , TX
CODY QUINN
BULLARD , TX
5 0 19.91
$1060.00
20 JAMES WALLER
CYPRESS , TX
BOBBY BARRERAZ
CENTER , TX
5 0 19.88
$1045.00
20 RICKY GUY
HUMBLE , TX
BOBBY MARTIN
TEXARKANA , TX
5 0 19.88
$1045.00
22 JEFF HEBERT
HEMPHILL , TX
RIP FLEMMING
HEMPHILL , TX
5 0 19.78
$1030.00
23 MARTIN ELSHOUT
ABITA SPRINGS , LA
MARK PRICE
RUSTON , LA
5 0 19.74
$1020.00
24 JOHN MADDOX
LUFKIN , TX
JEFFERY WISE
LUFKIN , TX
5 0 19.48
$1010.00
25 GERALD GUIR
CASTOR , LA
ANDY FEARRAND
JAMESTOWN , LA
5 0 19.44
$1000.00
26 DARRELL LYONS
HEMPHILL , TX
4 0 19.42
$1000.00
27 JOSH SOWELL
CENTER , TX
JOHN PACKARD
NACOGDOCHES , TX
5 0 19.04
$1000.00
28 COLBY HAND
SHREVEPORT , LA
TYREL HUMPHRIES
STONEWALL , LA
5 0 18.52
$1000.00
29 CHAD KEMP
BRIDGE CITY , TX
BRENT KEMP
ORANGE , TX
5 0 18.50
$1000.00
30 DOUG MORROW
HOUSTON , TX
JOSH CLARKE
HOUSTON , TX
5 0 18.46
$1000.00
31 GEORGE JEANE JR
EVANS , LA
WILLIAM DOWDEN
LEESVILLE , LA
5 0 18.40
$900.00
32 SHANE MURPHY
MANSFIELD , LA
CHANCE MOTON
MANSFIELD , LA
5 0 18.18
$800.00
33 PHIL MARKS
DALLAS , TX
RICHARD DRAPER
CYPRESS , TX
5 0 18.10
$700.00
34 ED MELTON
HOUSTON , TX
ANTHONY JONES
IRVING , TX
5 0 18.02
$650.00
35 JOHN CANERDAY
CALVIN , LA
TREY MORGAN
GOLDONNA , LA
5 0 18.00
$600.00
36 JONATHAN SIMON
ORANGE , TX
CADE DURIO
LAKE CHARLES , LA
5 0 17.74
$600.00
37 BILLY BROWN
SULPHUR , LA
SEAN KENNAN
DEQUINCY , LA
5 0 17.63
$600.00
38 BENJAMIN GULETT
CONVERSE , LA
DEVIN FAIRCLOTH
CONVERSE , LA
5 0 17.59
$600.00
39 MALCOLM WILLIAMS
BRONSON , TX
ANDY WILLIAMS
HEMPHILL , TX
5 0 17.47
$600.00
40 STAN BURGAY
TIMPSON , TX
STEVE BURGAY
TIMPSON , TX
5 0 17.28
$600.00
41 KEVIN BURKS
KOUNTZE , TX
JASON GATES
KOUNTZE , TX
5 0 17.10
$600.00
42 KRIS WILSON
MONTGOMERY , TX
CHARLES BEBBER
WILLIS , TX
5 0 17.00
43 ROBERT MIKES
SHINER , TX
MARKUS ELDER
NEW WAVERLY , TX
5 0 16.88
44 KYLE ROWE
WACO , TX
TED PATE
ALEXANDRIA , LA
5 0 16.87
45 SEAN MECHE
LAKE CHARLES , LA
RODNEY OWENS
RAGLEY , LA
5 0 16.84
46 MATTHEW DELANEY
POLLOCK , LA
SAMUEL CANOE
GEORGETOWN , LA
5 0 16.72
47 CRAIG MASSEY
HOUSTON , TX
SCOTT HOLIFIELD
GRAND BAY , AL
5 0 16.58
48 SCOOTER CLARK
CENTER , TX
RYAN PINKSTON
CENTER , TX
5 0 16.44
48 JUSTIN CLEVELAND
LUMBERTON , TX
JUSTIN SOWELL
SILSBEE , TX
5 0 16.44
50 DANIELLE MCRAE
SHREVEPORT , LA
DENISE SUSTAITA
ETOILE , TX
5 0 16.43
51 AARON SISTRUNK
HAUGHTON , LA
DUSTIN BOYT
CONVERSE , LA
5 0 16.38
52 JAMES MAXWELL
PINEVILLE , LA
MARK SABBIDES
PINEVILLE , LA
5 0 16.25
53 MIKE GARRETT
HUMBLE , TX
RODNEY THOMPSON
HARKER HEIGHTS , TX
5 0 16.22
54 LARRY PEACHER
BENTLEY , LA
DWAYNE DUNLAP
NATCHEZ , LA
5 0 16.14
55 KENNY COBB
HODGE , LA
BOBBY LOGAN
COUSHATTA , LA
5 0 15.99
56 COLE GARRETT
WINNFIELD , LA
BRENT CARPENTER
WINNFIELD , LA
5 0 15.97
57 CHRIS HAZEL
LEESVILLE , LA
ROBERT HARPER
MANY , LA
5 0 15.92
58 JAYCE GARRISON
WILLIS , TX
LAMAR WARD
WILLIS , TX
4 0 15.81
59 BRANDON MARKS
BUNA , TX
CLINT FOUNTAIN
KIRBYVILLE , TX
5 0 15.78
60 TODD DRISCOLL
SAM RAYBURN , TX
SHAWN MALONE
JASPER , TX
5 0 15.77
61 SHAINE CAMPBELL
LIVINGSTON , TX
WESTON BRYANT
HUMBLE , TX
5 0 15.73
62 HAROLD ALLEN
SHELBYVILLE , TX
SCOTT THIBODEAUX
BATON ROUGE , LA
5 0 15.59
63 JERRY ALLEE
HOUSTON , TX
HARVEY SHARP
SPRING , TX
5 0 15.55
64 PHILLIP CRELIA
CENTER , TX
TJ GOODWYN
CENTER , TX
5 0 15.27
64 JEFF HOLDER
BOSSIER CITY , LA
TERRY BURGHART
SHREVEPORT , LA
5 0 15.27
66 JOHNNY FAULKENBERRY
HULL , TX
TRAE NEWKIRK III
CLEVELAND , TX
5 0 15.25
67 BILLY CROZIER
WOODVILLE , TX
JAMES HARRISON
BEAUMONT , TX
5 0 15.22
68 TERRY STEVENS
HUTTO , TX
BARRY STEGALL
PORTLAND , TX
5 0 15.09
69 RUSSELL CECIL
WILLIS , TX
TODD CASTLEDINE
NACOGDOCHES , TX
5 0 15.08
70 NATHAN BYRD
MIDLOTHIAN , TX
JOE BYRD
SPRING , TX
5 0 14.46
71 DILLON YBARBO
BUNA , TX
BLAKE SMITH
BUNA , TX
5 0 14.43
72 TED PRIESING
DALLAS , TX
VIRGIL CHANEY
JASPER , TX
3 8.73 14.42
73 SKEETER FOWLER
GRAND SALINE , TX
BRIAN ROBISON
MAGNOLIA , TX
5 0 14.40
74 STEPHEN MITCHELL
JONESVILLE , LA
WILLIAM WALKER
JENA , LA
5 0 14.30
75 NORMAN LAND
CLEVELAND , TX
TRAVIS MOORE
CLEVELAND , TX
5 0 14.19
76 JUSTIN BUCHHOLZ
BEAUMONT , TX
CORY TUCKER
WINNIE , TX
5 0 13.87
77 ROBERT GINTZ
PINEVILLE , LA
SEAN MORROW
PINEVILLE , LA
5 0 13.81
78 BRIAN SCHOTT
LONGVIEW , TX
SCOTT GILL
DERIDDER , LA
5 0 13.79
79 MICHAEL BURROUS
HUNTINGTON , TX
DANNY MULLINS
HUNTINGTON , TX
5 0 13.72
80 JODY GOODRUM
DAYTON , TX
HUNTER GOODRUM
SPLENDORA , TX
5 0 13.67
80 PATRICK GAMMILL
HUNTINGTON , TX
MARK HOBBS
DIBOLL , TX
5 0 13.67
82 JOHN ILES
LUFKIN , TX
BRIAN SHOOK
CHINA , TX
5 0 13.62
83 JASON HORTON
LUFKIN , TX
CHAD YORK
LUFKIN , TX
5 0 13.60
84 TROY REED
NACOGDOCHES , TX
GARY MARTIN
WACO , TX
5 0 13.51
85 CORBETT ROSS
PORT NECHES , TX
RONNIE BICKHAM
BROOKELAND , TX
5 0 13.46
86 RUSTY CLARK
SAM RAYBURN , TX
CORY RAMBO
ORANGE , TX
5 0 13.44
86 CLIFFORD MCCARTY
LONGVIEW , TX
GARRETT HILTON
BEAUMONT , TX
5 0 13.44
88 BARTON BLAKELOCK
LAKE CHARLES , LA
JAMES BENEDICT
TOLBERT , LA
5 0 13.39
88 MIKE CURRY
SAM RAYBURN , TX
JOHN BARRERA
MILAM , TX
5 0 13.39
90 JERRY MASON
SINGER , LA
AARON SAMMONS
BUNA , TX
5 0 13.13
91 PATRICK GAMMILL
LUFKIN , TX
ASHTON JOHNSON
HUNTINGTON , TX
5 0 13.08
92 TED ODELL
BUNA , TX
ERIC HUNT
BEAUMONT , TX
4 0 13.07
93 NORMAN WEST
LAKE CHARLES , LA
DARRELL REEVES
RAGLEY , LA
5 0 12.85
94 OSCAR LANGELE JR
ORANGE , TX
SEAN LANGELE
ORANGE , TX
5 0 12.84
95 ROBERT MAXWELL
CYPRESS , TX
RICHARD ROBBINS
TOMBALL , TX
5 0 12.80
96 KEITH DELANEY
POLLOCK , LA
ROGER SEAL
TIOGA , LA
5 0 12.70
97 ROBERT HENDERSON JR
FRIERSOA , LA
TYLER PATE
STONEWALL , LA
5 0 12.68
98 CHUCK PINSON JR
LONGVIEW , TX
ROWLAND STARR
GILMER , TX
5 0 12.56
99 KELLY NEELY
ORANGE , TX
BRIAN RAWLS
ORANGE , TX
5 0 12.35
100 JOHNNY WINFREE
DEVILLE , LA
JOSHUA WINFREE
CONVERSE , LA
5 0 12.29
101 BRADLEY PAGE
FRIENDSWOOD , TX
JOHN NEMECEK
FRIENDSWOOD , TX
2 0 12.26
102 RODNEY SAMMONS
BUNA , TX
PHILIP HANKS
BUNA , TX
5 0 12.22
103 MIKE PETROVIC
ALVIN , TX
MARK PERRY
FATE , TX
5 0 12.19
104 ADRIAN JAMES
WINNFIELD , LA
JUSTIN DURBIN
WINNFIELD , LA
5 0 12.18
105 PERRY MOSS
SHREVEPORT , LA
GREG SMITH
SHREVEPORT , LA
4 0 12.17
106 BUZZ CRAFT
VADILIA , LA
ERNIE PAUL
LONGVIEW , TX
5 0 12.08
107 CODY CLARK
HERMPHILL , TX
TYLER MEEKS
MILAM , TX
3 0 11.76
108 ANDY ANDERSON
CHINA , TX
MIKE KOTZ
BROOKLAND , TX
4 0 11.61
109 KEVIN COOK
CONROE , TX
MICHAEL MCCREIGHT
CROCKETT , TX
5 0 11.58
110 BUDDY BUMSTEAD
KOUNTZE , TX
DANNY CHERRY
KIRBYVILLE , TX
5 0 11.53
111 MARK WHITE
PINEVILLE , LA
DAVID WHITE
MANSFIELD , LA
5 0 11.51
112 JOE JOSLIN SR
DERIDDER , LA
DAVID BROWN
DERIDDER , LA
5 0 11.43
113 LUKE OGDEN
DELHI , LA
JAKE OGDEN
DELHI , LA
5 0 11.27
114 GENE BAGLEY
BEAUMONT , TX
MITCH STEPHENSON
BEAUMONT , TX
5 0 11.21
115 CHUCK COLE
COUSHATTA , LA
CLAY IVY
ROBELINE , LA
5 0 11.03
116 DONALD HARMESON
PRINCETON , LA
ZACHRY TURNER
SHREVEPORT , LA
5 0 10.99
117 JASON MCRAE
HENDERSON , TX
TRAVIS MARTIN
HENDERSON , TX
5 0 10.97
118 NICK SIMON
DUSON , LA
KYLE GUIDRY
OPELOUSAS , LA
5 0 10.96
119 JOSEPH BUDZINSKI
MONTGOMERY , TX
BRYAN WOOTTON
MONTGOMERY , TX
5 0 10.94
119 EDWARD LACOSTE
HEMPHILL , TX
CHRIS NEWMAN
HEMPHILL , TX
5 0 10.94
121 DOUG MCCAIN
LAKE CHARLES , LA
MASON MCCAIN
LAKE CHARLES , LA
5 0 10.65
122 CHARLES HAMMACK
NEW CANEY , TX
MATTHEW BENEFIELD
HUFFMAN , TX
3 0 9.68
123 ROD PERIALAS
MONTGOMERY , TX
FRANK PENNER
HOUSTON , GA
3 0 9.57
124 ROSS BREAUX
LAFAYETTE , LA
BRYAN ESKRIDGE
LAFAYETTE , LA
1 9.47 9.47
125 WILLIAM CASTEEL
SULPHUR , LA
STEVEN SMUDRICKS
SULPHUR , LA
3 0 9.12
126 JESSE FLAKE
NORTH ZULCH , TX
JEREMY FLAKE
NORTH ZULCH , TX
5 0 9.02
127 CHRIS HUEBEL
NEDERLAND , TX
KURT ESTES
ORANGE , TX
4 0 9.01
128 STEFAN CLOEREN
ORANGE , TX
BLAKE ISTRE
ORANGE , TX
4 0 8.91
129 ANTHONY GUIDRY
KAPLAN , LA
ZACHARY GUIDRY
KAPLAN , LA
4 0 8.38
130 JEFFREY HUNTLEY
BAYTOWN , TX
JERRY HUNTLEY
BAYTOWN , TX
3 0 8.28
131 JIMMY RAYNES
NATCHITOCHES , LA
KENNY RAYNES
NATCHITOCHES , LA
4 0 8.08
132 MIKE TAYLOR
JASPER , TX
RANDY DEARMAN
ONALASKA , TX
2 0 7.42
133 JUSTIN SCHROEDER
WALLER , TX
SHANNON DAWSON
MAGNOLIA , TX
3 0 6.06
134 KEVIN WEST
BATSON , TX
JADEN PARRISH
LIBERTY , TX
2 0 5.44
135 GARY DANIEL STANDRIDGE
JACKSBORO , TX
BILLY RAY THOMPSON
JACKSBORO , TX
0 0 0.00
135 JEREMEY JEANSONNE
SHREVEPORT , LA
KEITH KERSHAW
GREENWOOD , LA
0 0 0.00
135 BILLY WOLCOTT
WOODVILLE , TX
JAMES SEALE
JASPER , TX
0 0 0.00
135 JOHN FRYE
HAUGHTON , LA
RAY WHITE
HOSSTON , LA
0 0 0.00
135 WAYNE FAGEN
DAYTON , TX
TAMMY FAGEN
DAYTON , TX
0 0 0.00
135 LUKE SIMS
STEPHENVILLE , TX
BRAD HENSLEY
CLEVELAND , TX
0 0 0.00
135 CALEB STARK
BALL , LA
KEITH KING
DEVILLE , LA
0 0 0.00
135 RODNEY MARTEL
NOME , TX
BILLY DRIGGERS
HUNTSVILLE , TX
0 0 0.00
135 JUSTIN EDGERTON
NEWTON , TX
FELIPE EDGERTON
BRIDGE CITY , TX
0 0 0.00
135 ADAM DUNN
HOUSTON , TX
CHRIS SCHULTEA
HOUSTON , TX
0 0 0.00
135 DANIEL BROOME
HATTIESBURG , MS
RYAN ROGERS
BROOKLYN , MS
0 0 0.00
135 SCOTT BROUILLETTE
HESSMER , LA
DERRICK LABORDE
HESSMER , LA
0 0 0.00
135 TYLER CRAIG
MONROE , LA
BRETT PREUETT
MONROE , LA
0 0 0.00
135 MIKE ATCHLEY
MOSCOW , TX
PAUL SHIRLEY
LEGGETT , TX
0 0 0.00
135 JIMMY CARTER JR
CONVERSE , LA
JIMMY CARTER SR
CONVERSE , LA
0 0 0.00
135 MICHAEL SANDERS
MANY , LA
ADAM LOFTON
NATCHITOCHES , LA
0 0 0.00
135 CLIFF BAMMES
MANHATTAN , KS
HUNTER BAMMES
MANHATTAN , KS
0 0 0.00
135 LARRY WRIGHT
NEW CANEY , TX
DEVIN HORCHEM
NACOGDOCHES , TX
0 0 0.00
135 WESTON LOVE
CHIRENO , TX
TYLER PINKSTON
NACOGDOCHES , TX
0 0 0.00
135 RAY MESHELL
CONVERSE , LA
DANIEL BRYANT
LAFAYETTE , LA
0 0 0.00
135 JASON BOND
SHREVEPORT , LA
TRAVIS GRAY
PRINCETON , LA
0 0 0.00
135 BRANDON SWEET
MANY , LA
HORACE FRAZIER
MANY , LA
0 0 0.00
135 JACOB TRAHAN
WELSH , LA
JOSH DUNAWAY
SULPHUR , LA
0 0 0.00
135 SHANNON SIERRA
SHELBYVILLE , TX
GLANNSTER BROWN
LONGVIEW , TX
0 0 0.00
135 DREW CRAWFORD
DEQUINCY , LA
BRANDON GRABERT
LONGVILLE , LA
0 0 0.00
135 BRAD HAND
SHREVEPORT , LA
LANE SMITH
SHREVEPORT , LA
0 0 0.00
135 TREY ROLAND III
MIDLAND , TX
WES MURPHY
HOUSTON , TX
0 0 0.00
135 SCOTT BUTARD
YOUNGSVILLE , LA
TREY CLARK
LEESVILLE , LA
0 0 0.00
135 MILES MCDANIEL
MILAM , TX
ANDREW MILLS
HEMPHILL , TX
0 0 0.00
135 BOBBY MOORE
LUMBERTON , TX
DALTON SMITH
BROOKLAND , TX
0 0 0.00
135 ZACHARY DUBOIS
KAPLAN , LA
COLBY DRAGO
LIVONIA , LA
0 0 0.00
135 TAYLOR JAMES
NEDERLAND , TX
TRENT JAMES
ORANGE , TX
0 0 0.00
135 JIMMIE WILLIAMS
SULPHUR , LA
WILLIAM MARTIN
GRANDVIEW , TX
0 0 0.00
135 DAVID RABALAIS
LAKE CHARLES , LA
ROBERT WEEMES 0 0 0.00
135 JOSH RODGERS
BEAUMONT , TX
CASEY BURLEIGH
ORANGE , TX
0 0 0.00
135 KEITH JENSCHKE
NATCHITOCHES , LA
JOHN HRAPMANN
NATCHITOCHES , LA
0 0 0.00
135 JERRY CARTER
WARREN , TX
CAMERON ARNAUD
NEDERLAND , TX
0 0 0.00
135 CURTIS VALENCIA
LONGVIEW , TX
CHANCE TOWNER
GARY , TX
0 0 0.00
135 WILLIAM CHAPMAN
CHURCH POINT , LA
BILL DAIGLE
LAFAYETTE , LA
0 0 0.00
135 SIDNEY AUCOIN
PATTERSON , LA
HENRY AUCOIN JR
MORGAN CITY , LA
0 0 0.00
135 BRANDON THRASH
DOWNSVILLE , LA
CHRISTOPHER PATTON
CHOUDRANT , LA
0 0 0.00
135 CHRIS SMITH
CARTHAGE , TX
TIM ATKERSON
LONGBRANCH , TX
0 0 0.00
135 BILL BABB
GARLAND , TX
GARY BABB
THE WOODLANDS , TX
0 0 0.00
135 CHARLES MORGAN
BEAUMONT , TX
JUSTIN MORGAN
LIVINGSTON , TX
0 0 0.00
135 JED STEVER
HOUSTON , TX
BOB SIGNORIN
OAKHURST , TX
0 0 0.00
135 MARK FILLMAN
FRIENDSWOOD , TX
JACOB ROOT
BROOKELAND , TX
0 0 0.00
135 DANIEL PIERCE
LA PORTE , TX
DON DICKERSON
PINEVILLE , LA
0 0 0.00
135 ADAM RODEN
RISING FAWN , GA
SCOTTIE WILLIAMS
RISING FARM , GA
0 0 0.00
135 KENNETH STEWART
BEAUMONT , TX
SHANNON PRICE
PORT ARTHUR , TX
0 0 0.00
135 MIKE LOVE
BRONSON , TX
JOSHUA CULBERT
BROOKELAND , TX
0 0 0.00
135 TIMMY SOWELL
LUMBERTON , TX
MIKE BASS
LUMBERTON , TX
0 0 0.00
135 BOBBY VICE
GROVES , TX
JAMES CAMPISE
ORANGE , TX
0 0 0.00
135 DAVID GUNTER
PITKIN , LA
CLINT NUNNALLY
ORANGE , TX
0 0 0.00
$500 Conservatrion Bonus
135 HAROLD HOLT
OTIS , LA
WESLEY HOLT
OTIS , LA
0 0 0.00
135 CORD ZAHN
TEMPLE , TX
STEVE HAUGHT
MOUNT CALM , TX
0 0 0.00
135 MATT KEELY
ZAVALLA , TX
JAMES PETERSON
LUFKIN , TX
0 0 0.00
135 WILLIAM MESSER
TIMPSON , TX
KALEB AMOS
TIMPSON , TX
0 0 0.00
135 JOSHUA MOORE
GRAND LANE , LA
MATT MORRIS
STONEWALL , LA
0 0 0.00
135 CLAY BELANGER
ORANGE , TX
MITCHELL FRIEDMAN
WOODWAY , TX
0 0 0.00
135 JEFF STIMITS
BUNA , TX
DUANE MCDANIEL
CROSBY , TX
0 0 0.00
135 MIKE MELANCON
NEDERLAND , TX
JUSTIN MATTINGLY
NEDERLAND , TX
0 0 0.00
135 GEORGE AUCOIN
ORANGE , TX
HUNTER AUCOIN
ORANGE , TX
0 0 0.00
135 RAYMOND FORD JR
BEAUMONT , TX
KEITH HAWKINS
MISSOURI CITY , TX
0 0 0.00
135 RICHARD GANDY
LONGVIEW , TX
FRANK CANIZARO JR
MANSFIELD , LA
0 0 0.00
135 ROBERT WASHINGTON
WATERPROOF , LA
SHELIA WASHINGTON
WATERPROOF , LA
0 0 0.00
135 JEREMY BAILEY
CALL , TX
CHARLES SMITH
NEWTON , TX
0 0 0.00
135 DEAN SIKES
DEVILLE , LA
JOSHUA SIKES
PINEVILLE , LA
0 0 0.00
135 BOB KEELAND
HUNTSVILLE , TX
KEVIN MASON
COLDSPRING , TX
0 0 0.00
135 BRUCE RICKARD
ATHENS , TX
BRIAN RICKARD
ATHENS , TX
0 0 0.00
135 PAUL PROCTOR
LUMBERTON , TX
RANDY FOY
LUMBERTON , TX
0 0 0.00
135 LARRY DEAN
HUMBLE , TX
PHIL CALDWELL
LEAGUE CITY , TX
0 0 0.00
135 EDDIE MORGAN
BOSSIER CITY , LA
MIKE PHARR
SHREVEPORT , LA
0 0 0.00
135 KEN HINSON
LONGVIEW , TX
JAMES WILSON
ARP , TX
0 0 0.00
135 JERRY DUBOSE
SILSBEE , TX
CHARLES ROSS
ETOILE , TX
0 0 0.00
135 DANNY LASHLEY
BOYCE , LA
MICHAEL IVEY
OTIS , LA
0 0 0.00
135 BRANDON DAVIDSON
LITTLE ELM , TX
BEN MATSUBU
HEMPHILL , TX
0 0 0.00
135 MIKE BROWN
VIDOR , TX
HENRY NORRIS
VIDOR , TX
0 0 0.00
135 KYLE EDGE
TOMBALL , TX
AARON SELF
HOUSTON , TX
0 0 0.00
135 STEVEN MOORHEAD
JASPER , TX
JASON MOORHEAD
JASPER , TX
0 0 0.00
135 NEIL CARRET
CARENCRO , LA
SCOTT DEATON
MONTGOMEY , TX
0 0 0.00
135 RUSS CARTER
LONGVIEW , TX
SCOTT BAILEY
LONGVIEW , TX
0 0 0.00
135 JAMES DAVIS JR
FERRIDAY , LA
J. DUCK HAWKINS
IRVING , TX
0 0 0.00
135 JIM PROTHRO
GILMER , TX
TOMMY MORRISON
PALESTINE , TX
0 0 0.00
135 ALAN MOORE
LUFKIN , TX
ROBERT DAVIS
LUFKIN , TX
0 0 0.00
135 DAVID MORTON
LUFKIN , TX
SCOTT MOOREHEAD
HUNTINGTON , TX
0 0 0.00
135 TYLER BEARDEN
TOMBALL , TX
JASON GLENDE
CYPRESS , TX
0 0 0.00
135 MICHAEL DORSEY
BRIDGE CITY , TX
MARC SHAW
ORANGE , TX
0 0 0.00
135 GUY ROBERTSON
DEQUINCY , LA
RICHARD WAGNER
LAKE CHARLES , LA
0 0 0.00
135 STEVE EVANS
LUFKIN , TX
JAY BENNETT
LUFKIN , TX
0 0 0.00
135 JARET LATTA
CEDAR PARK , TX
BRIAN LOWRANCE
NACOGDOCHES , TX
0 0 0.00
135 CHUCK HUNNICUTT
HOUSTON , TX
RICK SCHROEDER
FAYETTVILLE , TX
0 0 0.00
135 JOHN HALE
LUFKIN , TX
MIKE TRPKOSH
RICHARDSON , TX
0 0 0.00
135 KY MARTIN
GRANDVIEW , TX
SPIKE STOKER
STEPHENVILLE , TX
0 0 0.00
135 ALLEN SHELTON
COPPELL , TX
STRIDER BROWNING
GUN BARREL CITY , TX
0 0 0.00
135 JOHN ANDERSON III
LIBERTY , TX
RONALD MUNDY
BRODDUS , TX
0 0 0.00
135 BILL HUDSPETH
KILGORE , TX
RICKY POTTS
LONGVIEW , TX
0 0 0.00
135 CHRIS CLEMENS
LUFKIN , TX
DALLAS COLE
LEESVILLE , LA
0 0 0.00
135 BUDDY DAY
EVADALE , TX
NATHAN PRINE
BUNA , TX
0 0 0.00
135 JEFF VINES
PORT ARTHUR , TX
DEWEY VINES JR
PORT ARTHUR , TX
0 0 0.00
135 RANDY PATIN
LAFAYETTE , LA
JON FOURNERAT
PLEASANTON , TX
0 0 0.00
135 CLINT WEST
BEAUMONT , TX
CLAY WEST
LUMBERTON , TX
0 0 0.00
135 SHELBY SHAW
HUNTSVILLE , TX
LANCE HUGHES
TIMPSON , TX
0 0 0.00
135 LINDY HADLEY
BROOKELAND , TX
THELTON BROWN 0 0 0.00
135 CHARLES SHOFNER JR
JASPER , TX
TY MOORHEAD
JASPER , TX
0 0 0.00
135 PETE SHIVERS
KIRBYVILLE , TX
ALLAN SHIVERS
JASPER , TX
0 0 0.00
135 DAMON CHILDRESS
ORANGE , TX
ROBERT CRUSE
LUMBERTON , TX
0 0 0.00
135 MICHAEL DUNCAN
DERIDDER , LA
DAVID THOMPSON
LEESVILLE , LA
0 0 0.00
135 DERRY KING
EVADALE , TX
KEITH MAUER
EVADALE , TX
0 0 0.00
135 STEVEN SINGLETON
NEDERLAND , TX
CHRIS MCCLAIN
DEWEYVILLE , TX
0 0 0.00
135 MITCHELL STEPHENSON
BEAUMONT , TX
JEAN JORGENSEN
LUMBERTON , TX
0 0 0.00
135 RUSSELL PASKET
ANDERSON , TX
TEDDY BARNARD
NAVASOTA , TX
0 0 0.00
135 DANNY BENNETT
HUNTSVILLE , TX
0 0 0.00
135 KEITH COLE
FULSHEAR , TX
CHUCK COLE
FULSHEAR , TX
0 0 0.00
135 PETE LOWE
WOODWORTH , LA
JERRY STROTHER
GLENMORA , LA
0 0 0.00
135 MICHAEL LAFLEUR
ORANGEFIELD , TX
COREY STANLEY
ORANGE , TX
0 0 0.00
135 GENE EISENMANN
FRISCO , TX
LUKE EISENMANN
FRISCO , TX
0 0 0.00
135 FLOYD PAGE
DAYTON , TX
DANA MANSFIELD
BROADDUS , TX
0 0 0.00
135 WALTER LAND
CLEVELAND , TX
JOHN VILES
CLEVELAND , TX
0 0 0.00
135 JEFF CROOKS
CARTHAGE , TX
GARY BEDGOOD
COUSHATTA , LA
0 0 0.00
135 WESLEY LEWIS
KIRBYVILLE , TX
JIMMY RAWLS JR
CALL , TX
0 0 0.00
135 JESSE MOODY
APPLE SPRINGS , TX
BRANDON MOODY
APPLE SPRINGS , TX
0 0 0.00
135 CD MONG
MANY , LA
DEREK MONG
MANY , LA
0 0 0.00
135 CLIFF BROWN
HARKER HEIGHTS , TX
MIKE RICHARDSON
THORNDALE , TX
0 0 0.00
135 JEFF RANDOLPH
HUNTSVILLE , TX
ANDREW FATERKOWSKI
MONTGOMERY , TX
0 0 0.00
135 JIMMY ROZELL JR
PORTER , TX
LARRY BENEFIELD
HUFFMAN , TX
0 0 0.00
135 NATHAN STROUP
WILLIS , TX
STEVE LEE
CONROE , TX
0 0 0.00
135 DAVID PIERRET JR
VINTON , LA
COREY WALLACE
VINTON , LA
0 0 0.00
135 DARREN WIGGINS
CENTER , TX
JARED WIGGINS
CENTER , TX
0 0 0.00
135 DOUGLAS KNIGHT
FRED , TX
DOUG HUTTO
FRED , TX
0 0 0.00
135 MELVIN DUNN
ORANGE , TX
CEDRIC JACKSON
SICILY ISLAND , LA
0 0 0.00
135 PAT CASCIO
BROOKELAND , TX
0 0 0.00
135 MICHAEL LATHAM
LUFKIN , TX
BEN VAUGHAN
LUFKIN , TX
0 0 0.00
135 TOMMY MURRAY
BEDFORD , TX
0 0 0.00
135 BO KEITH
HAUGHTON , LA
0 0 0.00
135 RANDALL WARD
SUGARLAND , TX
DAVID BLUM
CLEVELAND , TX
0 0 0.00
135 CHAD DYESS
CALCASIEU , LA
RAY BECK
BEAUMONT , TX
0 0 0.00
135 JOHNNY FRANKS
HEMPHILL , TX
CRAIG MAE
HEMPHILL , TX
0 0 0.00
135 WILLIAM EDDLEMAN
HEMPHILL , TX
ANDREW GOLDEN
SHELBYVILLE , TX
0 0 0.00
135 CASEY HUFF
SPRING , TX
CASEY HUFF II
SPRING , TX
0 0 0.00
135 GREG VERLANDER
LAFAYETTE , LA
BROOKE MORRISON
YOUNGSVILLE , LA
0 0 0.00
135 KEVIN WALKER JR
BUNA , TX
JEFF BRIDGES
LUMBERTON , TX
0 0 0.00
135 DAVID HADNOT
NEWTON , TX
SEAN FILLYAW
BEAUMONT , TX
0 0 0.00
135 KRAIG WELBORN
DERIDDER , LA
JEREMY BURGE
LEESVILLE , LA
0 0 0.00
135 SCOTT WESTERCHIL
LEESVILLE , LA
LOGAN MOUNT
LEESVILLE , LA
0 0 0.00
135 YARRI SCHREIBVOGEL
BROOKLAND , TX
MACIE RECORD
BROOKELAND , TX
0 0 0.00
135 BEAU LOUGHMAN
MANSUCCA , LA
JARRED WILLIAMS
BUNKIE , LA
0 0 0.00
135 SCOTT BONVILLAIN
LAKE CHARLES , LA
CASEY LONG
RAGLEY , LA
0 0 0.00
135 BRIAN OWEN
SHREVEPORT , LA
DONNIE GILL
LEESVILLIE , LA
0 0 0.00
135 RIKI PIKE
PORTER , TX
JASON BURTON
LUFKIN , TX
0 0 0.00
135 JASON HANKS
NEED INFO
MARC WOOLEMS
JASPER , TX
0 0 0.00
135 GARY PARSLEY
MAGNOLIA , TX
KEITH BROWNE
MAGNOLIA , TX
0 0 0.00
135 KYLE GREGORY
VICTORIA , TX
RANDY PARKS
TYLER , TX
0 0 0.00
135 TRACE ODELL
BUNA , TX
COLTON SONNIER
KOUNTZE , TX
0 0 0.00
135 PAUL PIKE
VILLAGE MILLS , TX
NEAL PIKE
SILSBEE , TX
0 0 0.00
135 MICHAEL OATES
KIRBYVILLE , TX
CHRIS MCKINLEY
HUNTSVILLE , TX
0 0 0.00
135 AUSTIN BROUSSARD
PORT NECHES , TX
JORDAN WOOD
NEDERLAND , TX
0 0 0.00
135 MARK MOWERY
LONGVIEW , TX
JOE MAULDIN
HALLSVILLE , TX
0 0 0.00
135 BRUCE WHITMIRE
CHANNELVIEW , TX
JESSIE WHITMIRE
SHEPHERD , TX
0 0 0.00
135 TODD NEWMAN
NACODOCHES , TX
SHANNON HALE
NACOGDOCHES , TX
0 0 0.00
135 CHARLES GUTHRIE
CONROE , TX
ERIC BRUSS
JERSEY VILLAGE , TX
0 0 0.00
135 CHRIS JACOBUS
LONGVIEW , TX
ROGER JACOBUS
LONGVIEW , TX
0 0 0.00
135 CHRIS ELROD
SCURRY , TX
JUSTIN ELROD
SCURRY , TX
0 0 0.00
135 RANDY DESPINO
COLFAX , LA
KEVIN LASYONE
DRY PRONG , LA
0 0 0.00
135 RICKY COLLINS
WOODVILLE , TX
JOHNNY MCKEE
WOODVILLE , TX
0 0 0.00
135 ROY GEESEY
CROWLEY , LA
JEFFRY NICKEL
CROWLEY , LA
0 0 0.00
135 JAMES SILVA
ORANGE , TX
JEROME SILVA
BAYTOWN , TX
0 0 0.00
135 TREY SMITH III
ORANGE , TX
HUNTER GOTHIA
BRIDGE CITY , TX
0 0 0.00
135 PERRY HOOKS
DOUGLASS , TX
KENNY JONES
ETOILE , TX
0 0 0.00
135 DONNIE PICKARD
BRIDGE CITY , TX
ALAN ASHBY
ORANGE , TX
0 0 0.00
135 DICKY NEWBERRY
HOUSTON , TX
KEN SMITH
DALLAS , TX
0 0 0.00
135 DON BRINSON
WACO , TX
BEAU BRINSON
WACO , TX
0 0 0.00
135 LANCE DUFF
LIBERTY , TX
COLE COSTLOW
BATSON , TX
0 0 0.00
135 LARRY WEPPLER
HOUSTON , TX
THRIDGE FIKES
HOUSTON , TX
0 0 0.00
135 LEE BROWN
LEESVILLE , LA
BILLY BEASLEY
LEESVILLE , LA
0 0 0.00
135 RICKY MADOLE
MANY , LA
RONNIE MADOLE
SHREVEPORT , LA
0 0 0.00
135 ANDY MCKINNEY
MANVEL , TX
RONNIE MILNER
KATY , TX
0 0 0.00

Clayton Boulware weighs in 24.11 pound limit to win BFL Cowboy Division on Lake Sam Rayburn!

 

 

Clayton Boulware of Zavalla, TX, fishing his first FLW event since 2003 wins the BFL Cowboy Division event on Sam Rayburn with 24.11 pounds of Bass. Mathew Derr of Tyler, TX wins the Co-Angler side with 17.9 pounds. Congratulations guys!!

More details and photos coming soon!

 

BFL Cowboy Results - Feb. 13, 2016 Lake Sam Rayburn

PLACE ANGLER City/State Weight Earnings
1 CLAYTON BOULWARE ZAVALLA, TX 24 - 11 (5) $4,948
2 DOMONICK POULLARD HOUSTON, TX 23 - 15 (5) $2,474
3 DICKY NEWBERRY HOUSTON, TX 22 - 10 (5) $1,649
4 STEPHEN JOHNSTON HEMPHILL, TX 22 - 0 (5) $1,910
5 PHIL MARKS DALLAS, TX 20 - 12 (5) $990
6 BLAKE SCHROEDER WHITEHOUSE, TX 20 - 4 (5) $866
7 ALBERT COLLINS NACOGDOCHES, TX 20 - 4 (5) $866
8 TROY RODER BROOKELAND, TX 19 - 13 (5) $742
9 CHARLES DUBROC HESSMER, LA 18 - 10 (5) $960
10 BILLY GUINN SHREVEPORT, LA 18 - 9 (5) $577
11 EDWIN PULDA JASPER, TX 18 - 8 (5) $486
12 BILLY PHIPPS ELM GROVE, LA 18 - 8 (5) $486
13 SCOTT DEGRANT ARLINGTON, TX 18 - 8 (5) $486
14 COREY HARRIS CHATHAM, LA 18 - 7 (5) $437
15 MARK HENSIEK HUMNOKE, AR 18 - 4 (4) $412
16 RAYMOND BALCEROWICZ CROSBY, TX 18 - 1 (5) $396
17 MATTHEW MCARDLE HOUSTON, TX 17 - 9 (5) $379
18 DAVID MANSUE HEMPHILL, TX 17 - 8 (5) $363
19 JEFF BRIDGES LUMBERTON, TX 17 - 5 (5) $346
20 NEAL GILMORE MAGNOLIA, TX 17 - 4 (5) $330
21 DEAN LEE LONGVIEW, TX 16 - 9 (5) $322
22 TOMMY RASCOE CONVERSE, LA 16 - 8 (5) $313
23 RANDY MILLENDER TEAGUE, TX 16 - 7 (5) $305
24 STEPHEN REITZELL COLFAX, LA 16 - 6 (5) $297
25 WILLIAM SPILLER BASTROP, TX 16 - 5 (5) $289
26 MIKE BROWER TEXARKANA, TX 16 - 2 (5) $280
27 BUD PRUITT HOUSTON, TX 15 - 15 (5) $272
28 BILLY CLINE GRAPEVINE, TX 15 - 12 (5) $256
29 NICK LEBRUN BOSSIER CITY, LA 15 - 11 (5) $247
30 BILL COOK HOUSTON, TX 15 - 10 (5)
31 ANDREW Y'BARBO GROVETON, TX 15 - 10 (5)
32 CHRIS BIHM SHREVEPORT, LA 15 - 7 (5)
33 DWAIN BURNS LONG BRANCH, TX 15 - 6 (5)
34 JERREL PRINGLE HEMPHILL, TX 15 - 5 (5)
35 SHELDON COLLINGS GROVE, OK 15 - 4 (5)
36 GARY CARUSO BATON ROUGE, LA 15 - 4 (5)
37 TERRY COLE HOUSTON, TX 15 - 0 (5)
38 DAROLD GLEASON LEESVILLE, LA 14 - 15 (5)
39 ANTHONY SHARP SILSBEE, TX 14 - 15 (5)
40 BOB VOTE KINGWOOD, TX 14 - 13 (5)
41 BRAD PARISH TYLER, TX 14 - 13 (5)
42 LANE MCGAHA DUBACH, LA 14 - 13 (5)
43 GARRET WHITLEY QUINLAN, TX 14 - 11 (5)
44 CHRIS KING JASPER, TX 14 - 11 (5)
45 PHILLIP WHITTAKER BAYTOWN, TX 14 - 10 (5)
46 BRIAN LILES TEXARKANA, AR 14 - 9 (5)
47 JOEY RENFRO NACOGDOCHES, TX 14 - 9 (5)
48 SHANE WILLIAMS KEITHVILLE, LA 14 - 7 (5)
49 ERIC FAUCETT MOORE, OK 14 - 6 (5)
50 TODD CHILDS WAXAHACHIE, TX 14 - 6 (5)
51 RICK CARTER ALBA, TX 14 - 5 (5)
52 MARK RICHARD SR BROOKELAND, TX 13 - 15 (5)
53 JUSTIN ROYAL VIDOR, TX 13 - 15 (5)
54 PAUL WILSON CONVERSE, LA 13 - 11 (5)
55 DUSTY ANDERS PINEVILLE, LA 13 - 10 (5)
56 JIMMY HICKMAN SHREVEPORT, LA 13 - 8 (5)
57 RYAN KEELE CENTER, TX 13 - 7 (5)
58 VICTOR HAWKINS SUGAR LAND, TX 13 - 5 (5)
59 DEAN PERKINS BROADDUS, TX 13 - 5 (5)
60 MIKE DORCZ HUFFMAN, TX 13 - 3 (5)
61 ANDY INGRAM HUGHES SPRINGS, TX 13 - 2 (5)
62 REGGIE RIVERA BROOKELAND, TX 13 - 1 (5)
63 MICHAEL LAFLEUR ORANGEFIELD, TX 12 - 14 (5)
64 TEDDY CLOIDE VIDOR, TX 12 - 10 (5)
65 MICHAEL JAMES ROUND ROCK, TX 12 - 8 (5)
66 CHRIS BREWTON KILLEEN, TX 12 - 7 (5)
67 SAM JENKINS ABITA SPRINGS, LA 12 - 7 (5)
68 JAY MOORE SPRINGTOWN, TX 11 - 15 (4)
69 RANDY DESPINO COLFAX, LA 11 - 15 (5)
70 BRYAN OCONNER CYPRESS, TX 11 - 14 (5)
71 AARON CRIPPEN GROVES, TX 11 - 13 (5)
72 RUSTY EDWARDS BOWIE, TX 11 - 11 (5)
73 CHAD HEITMAN LEAGUE CITY, TX 11 - 11 (5)
74 JOSEPH HETHCOAT CARENCRO, LA 11 - 8 (5)
75 CHARLES D HAMMACK NEW CANEY, TX 11 - 2 (5)
76 TERRY ADAMS BERWICK, LA 11 - 1 (5)
77 ROBERT BEAN DAISETTA, TX 11 - 1 (4)
78 HARRY HOLLOWAY DAYTON, TX 11 - 1 (5)
79 KEITH HAWKINS MISSOURI CITY, TX 11 - 1 (5)
80 TRENT HOLLOWAY KINGWOOD, TX 11 - 0 (5)
81 TERRY EZELL EL RENO, OK 11 - 0 (5)
82 EASON DOWDEN MANY, LA 10 - 15 (5)
83 TOMMY MACKEY BRYAN, TX 10 - 15 (5)
84 NICHOLAS ALBUS TRINITY, TX 10 - 14 (5)
85 CLINT WEST BEAUMONT, TX 10 - 12 (5)
86 MARK KNUCKOLS HARLETON, TX 10 - 12 (5)
87 BUDDY HARDIN NEDERLAND, TX 10 - 12 (5)
88 ADRIAN SMILEY BOSSIER CITY, LA 10 - 9 (5)
89 ANDY GAIA TOMBALL, TX 10 - 8 (5)
90 BRIAN MARTIN HEMPHILL, TX 10 - 7 (5)
91 MELVIN DUNN ORANGE, TX 10 - 6 (4)
92 STEVE BAILEY KILLEEN, TX 10 - 6 (5)
93 LARRY LOVELL EMORY, TX 10 - 6 (5)
94 BRYAN LANDERS COLLEGE STATION, TX 10 - 6 (4)
95 CODY MARTIN GOLDONNA, LA 10 - 0 (5)
96 JOE BEEBEE THE WOODLANDS, TX 9 - 14 (5)
97 STEVE GRAF NATCHITOCHES, LA 9 - 12 (4)
98 KENT MCPHAIL LUBBOCK, TX 9 - 10 (5)
99 JOHN LAFITTE KEITHVILLE, LA 9 - 7 (5)
100 JERRY PROPST JASPER, TX 9 - 6 (4)
101 MICHAEL YEAGER BIXBY, OK 9 - 3 (5)
102 WALT ROBERTS VILLAGE MILLS, TX 9 - 1 (4)
103 JOHN HATTON BUNA, TX 8 - 15 (5)
104 CHAD GAWEL BOSSIER CITY, LA 8 - 15 (4)
105 SCOTTY VILLINES PONCA, AR 8 - 14 (5)
106 KENT GRAHAM NACOGDOCHES, TX 8 - 13 (4)
107 KRISTOPHER DOUGLAS CHANDLER, TX 8 - 12 (4)
108 JAMES DAVIS JR FERRIDAY, LA 8 - 12 (3)
109 LOGAN SHERRER KARNACK, TX 8 - 11 (5)
110 CHAD WALLACE COLUMBIA, LA 8 - 6 (5)
111 LEROY GREEN ALVIN, TX 8 - 5 (2)
112 TREVOR TOLIVER SAPULPA, OK 8 - 1 (5)
113 ROBERT DERR HAWKINS, TX 7 - 6 (3)
114 ALEX MANITZAS DERIDDER, LA 7 - 3 (4)
115 DERRIS WIMAN SHREVEPORT, LA 7 - 1 (4)
116 CHASE MCCULLIN BOSSIER CITY, LA 7 - 1 (4)
117 STEVE ORAM HALLSVILLE, TX 7 - 0 (4)
118 RANDY DURAND SAINT MARTINVILLE, LA 6 - 15 (3)
119 CODY WOODS JACKSONVILLE, TX 6 - 13 (3)
120 JAROD HUGHES ST.AMANT, LA 6 - 9 (3)
121 BILL LEE HARKER HEIGHTS, TX 6 - 8 (3)
122 MARK MITCHELL MESQUITE, TX 6 - 4 (3)
123 CRAIG FRILOT BREAUX BRIDGE, LA 6 - 1 (3)
124 MARCOS SALGADO CARTHAGE, TX 6 - 0 (3)
125 DANE MITCHELL LAKE CHARLES, LA 5 - 11 (2)
126 GILBERT MILLER MIDLOTHIAN, TX 5 - 5 (3)
127 BRANDT DILLON CYPRESS, TX 4 - 11 (2)
128 MICHAEL MEALEY FRIENDSWOOD, TX 4 - 4 (2)
129 BRANDON BOOTH BRYAN, TX 4 - 1 (2)
130 JARED NORRIS SLIDELL, LA 3 - 15 (2)
131 TORICA WHITTY LEESVILLE, LA 3 - 14 (2)
132 MARK MCILWAIN COLUMBIA, LA 3 - 11 (2)
133 CAMERON MATTISON BOSSIER CITY, LA 3 - 4 (1)
134 TOM WOODARD CONROE, TX 2 - 5 (1)
135 WILLIAM (BILLY DODD III PEARLAND, TX 1 - 13 (1)
136 DALE HILTON LAUREL, MS 1 - 10 (1)
137 GARRETT LEACH LUMBERTON, TX
138 CODY PITT MANY, LA
139 TODD BEAM BELLA VISTA, AR
140 BRIAN BRANUM SAM RAYBURN, TX
141 EASTON HEIGLEY BROOKELAND, TX
142 BRYAN TRAHAN ORANGE, TX
143 ZACK GAGNARD PINEVILLE, LA
144 DAVID NALLEY MERRYVILLE, LA
145 FRED MCGAHA CALHOUN, LA
146 KEN DENNEY WILLIS, TX
147 STEVE PHILLIPS JR BEAUMONT, TX
148 CLAY CARPENTER JOYCE, LA

Tim Celesti Wins Second Stop For Bfl Gator Division On Lake Okeechobee With 22 Pounds Even!

Tim Celesti with 22 pounds even wins the second stop of the BFL Gator division on Lake Okeechobee. David Bozeman of Ocala takes home the Co-Angler prize with 13.7 pounds.

More details and photos to come!

 

BFL Gator Results - Feb. 13, 2016 Lake Okeechobee

PLACE ANGLER City/State Weight Earnings
1 TIM CELESTI MARGATE, FL 22 - 0 (5) $6,300
2 ALLEN WALLS BOCA RATON, FL 18 - 11 (5) $3,000
3 AUSTIN MURRAY DELAND, FL 17 - 7 (5) $2,000
4 DONALD CIACCHI MIDDLEBURG HEIGHTS, OH 16 - 11 (5) $1,400
5 GREG HUGHES INVERNESS, FL 16 - 6 (5) $1,200
6 STEVE POLAND PORT SAINT LUCIE, FL 16 - 4 (5) $1,100
7 ROGER CRAFTON BOCA GRANDE, FL 15 - 12 (5) $1,000
8 NICHOLAS HOINIG DELRAY BEACH, FL 15 - 8 (5) $900
9 SANDY MELVIN BOCA GRANDE, FL 15 - 7 (5) $750
10 JASON JASTRZEMSKI WELLINGTON, FL 15 - 7 (5) $750
11 CURTIS LEWIS WEST PALM BEACH, FL 15 - 6 (5) $630
12 ROBERT EID KEY WEST, FL 15 - 0 (5) $580
13 DOUG HARRIS LOXAHATCHEE, FL 14 - 15 (5) $560
14 ANTHONY FORD NEW SMYRNA, FL 14 - 9 (5) $515
15 JEFF WILSON PALM HARBOR, FL 14 - 9 (5) $515
16 ALEXANDER SCHUH MULBERRY, FL 14 - 3 (5) $480
17 TIMMY SHABARECK DEERFIELD BEACH, FL 13 - 13 (5) $460
18 KAZUKI KITAJIMA ORLANDO, FL 13 - 11 (5) $440
19 JARED DIAL WINTER HAVEN, FL 13 - 0 (5) $420
20 KEN SHARPLESS BABSON PARK, FL 12 - 13 (5) $395
21 BRIAN DIVITO ST PETERSBURG, FL 12 - 13 (5) $395
22 JOSEPH KREMER OSTEEN, FL 12 - 12 (5) $380
23 HUNTER BOZEMAN OCALA, FL 12 - 10 (5) $365
24 ROBERT KIMBROUGH VERO BEACH, FL 12 - 10 (5) $365
25 BENNY TOWNEND BOYNTON BEACH, FL 12 - 7 (5) $350
26 VAL OSINSKI POMPANO BEACH, FL 12 - 5 (5) $335
27 KAZUNORI OKUMA SHIGA, 524-0041 JAPAN, JP 12 - 5 (5) $335
28 RONNIE BUCK MIAMI, FL 12 - 4 (5) $320
29 DAVID THOMPSON WASHINGTON, IL 12 - 2 (5) $310
30 JOHN DIAL WINTER HAVEN, FL 12 - 0 (5) $295
31 THADEUS RAGAN WEST PARK, FL 12 - 0 (5) $295
32 DARRIN SIMMONS OVIEDO, FL 11 - 14 (5) $280
33 MARK LUNDGREN SAINT CLOUD, FL 11 - 12 (5) $265
34 LAWRENCE MCCONNELL DUNNELLON, FL 11 - 12 (5) $265
35 DOUG WALKER LAKE WORTH, FL 11 - 11 (5) $250
36 TERRY OLIVER BELLEVIEW, FL 11 - 10 (5) $240
37 GEORGE KAPITON INVERNESS, FL 11 - 9 (5) $230
38 DUSTIN ROYER DAVIE, FL 11 - 6 (5) $220
39 ROBERT CROSNOE INVERNESS, FL 11 - 3 (5) $205
40 MIKE KEYSO JR NORTH PORT, FL 11 - 3 (5) $205
41 WESLEY GALL DELRAY BEACH, FL 10 - 14 (5) $150
42 BILLY BOWEN JR OCALA, FL 10 - 14 (5) $150
43 CEDRIC PERRY CROSS CITY, FL 10 - 12 (5) $75
44 RON VEALE OKEECHOBEE, FL 10 - 12 (5) $75
45 CHRIS SCHIRLING BOYTON BEACH, FL 10 - 10 (5)
46 DAVID ANDERSON FORT MYERS, FL 10 - 10 (5)
47 FRED GEORGE OKEECHOBEE, FL 10 - 10 (5)
48 JESUS VILLEGAS VIRGINIA GARDENS, FL 10 - 8 (5)
49 BUDDY PERRY VERO BEACH, FL 10 - 6 (5)
50 GREG HARP VERO BEACH, FL 10 - 6 (5)
51 DONNY BASS NAPLES, FL 10 - 5 (5)
52 BILLY CHARLAND CHULUOTA, FL 10 - 5 (5)
53 ALEX TERESCENKO BOYNTON BEACH, FL 10 - 5 (5)
54 BRETT CANNON PARKLAND, FL 10 - 1 (5)
55 TY FOX PALM BEACH GARDENS, FL 9 - 14 (5)
56 DAVID BEAR WINTER HAVEN, FL 9 - 14 (5)
57 MIKE SURMAN BOCA RATON, FL 9 - 11 (5)
58 JOHN BARROW LEESBURG, FL 9 - 11 (5)
59 TRENT PARDUE TROY, NC 9 - 8 (5)
60 PATRICK BRISTOL NEW SMYRNA BEACH, FL 9 - 7 (5)
61 NATHAN THOMAS WEIRSDALE, FL 9 - 7 (5)
62 RAYMOND TRUDEAU SAINT CLOUD, FL 9 - 5 (5)
63 BILL LAYHEW PALMETTO, FL 9 - 5 (5)
64 DAVE TURNER CRYSTAL RIVER, FL 9 - 5 (5)
65 CRAIG SCHOLL ROYAL PALM BEACH, FL 9 - 4 (5)
66 FRANK MACKIN NEW PORT RICHEY, FL 9 - 2 (5)
67 KELLY AUTREY CLEWISTON, FL 9 - 2 (5)
68 VICTOR KNIGHT LEHIGH ACRES, FL 9 - 0 (5)
69 CHRIS CROW FORT LAUDERDALE, FL 9 - 0 (5)
70 CODY BOUTWELL LAKELAND, FL 9 - 0 (2)
71 JONATHAN SEMENTO OKAHUMPKA, FL 9 - 0 (5)
72 JOEY ROBERTS JENSEN BEACH, FL 8 - 15 (5)
73 KEN FITTON LOXAHATCHEE, FL 8 - 14 (5)
74 FRED HERRON PLANTATION, FL 8 - 14 (5)
75 KYLE GIELLA RUSKIN, FL 8 - 14 (3)
76 KENNETH HARRIS ZOLFO SPRINGS, FL 8 - 13 (1) $1,000
77 MIKE LAYHEW PALMETTO, FL 8 - 12 (5)
78 ANTHONY HUNT PLANTATION, FL 8 - 9 (5)
79 JAY NOEL BOYNTON BEACH, FL 8 - 9 (5)
80 MASON BOYLAN MELBOURNE, FL 8 - 8 (5)
81 MARK SOMMER CORAL SPRINGS, FL 8 - 8 (5)
82 MOSES WILSON CLEWISTON, FL 8 - 8 (3)
83 CHRIS VAN VLIET MIAMI BEACH, FL 8 - 8 (4)
84 SHAWN CARNAHAN GILBERT, AZ 8 - 7 (5)
85 WILLIAM SCHMITT WEST PALM BEACH, FL 8 - 6 (5)
86 EDWARD WHITE CLEWISTON, FL 8 - 6 (2)
87 PATRICK LAYHEW BRADENTON, FL 8 - 5 (5)
88 GREG KNICK ANSONIA, OH 8 - 4 (5)
89 DAVID CEPECK FORT MYERS, FL 8 - 3 (5)
90 MERLE WELLS JR HAMMOND, NY 8 - 1 (5)
91 DOUG GARNER PORT ST. LUCIE, FL 8 - 1 (5)
92 EDWIN SMITH GLEN SAINT MARY, FL 8 - 0 (5)
93 ALLEN DUKE OKEECHOBEE, FL 8 - 0 (5)
94 CHARLES BASS FELDA, FL 7 - 15 (5)
95 JAMES HATCH GAINESVILLE, FL 7 - 13 (5)
96 RONALD HUESTON NAPLES, FL 7 - 12 (5)
97 ROBERT BEATTY CLERMONT, FL 7 - 12 (5)
98 HUNTER ABOWD CLEWISTON, FL 7 - 12 (5)
99 DAVE PATCHELL GREEN COVE SPRINGS, FL 7 - 10 (5)
100 ROLAND SMITH LAND O''LAKES, FL 7 - 8 (5)
101 RICHARD STEVENS GALATIA, IL 7 - 8 (5)
102 KERRY HARMON CLEWISTON, FL 7 - 7 (5)
103 JOHN O'FARRELL LAKELAND, FL 7 - 7 (5)
104 MICHAEL KRAUSE CLEWISTON, FL 7 - 6 (5)
105 STEVE YEATTS PALM SPRINGS, FL 7 - 6 (5)
106 RICKY TIMMERMAN UMATILLA, FL 7 - 5 (5)
107 PAUL HANLEY SANFORD, FL 7 - 5 (5)
108 NORMAN PELLEGRINI WINDERMERE, FL 7 - 4 (5)
109 BILL BADE ORANGE PARK, FL 7 - 3 (5)
110 RICHARD HELD LAKE WORTH, FL 7 - 3 (5)
111 KENNETH MEEK VINCENT, OH 7 - 2 (5)
112 ROBERT BRANAGH PALM BAY, FL 7 - 1 (5)
113 RONALD YENTZ FORT LAUDERDALE, FL 7 - 0 (4)
114 YOAN ALVAREZ MIAMI, FL 6 - 14 (4)
115 DEAN HEASLEY NAPLES, FL 6 - 11 (5)
116 RICHARD MANLEY FORT MYERS, FL 6 - 11 (5)
117 CHAD SCHROEDER ZEPHYRHILLS, FL 6 - 11 (5)
118 RICHARD PATTERSON WINTER GARDEN, FL 6 - 10 (5)
119 MIKE LOTT WINTER GARDEN, FL 6 - 9 (5)
120 BOBBY PONCEV BOCA RATON, FL 6 - 8 (4)
121 SCOTT BUMGARNER MIAMI, FL 6 - 7 (3)
122 LARRY HOSTETLER FLOYDS KNOBS, IN 6 - 6 (5)
123 CHARLES WILKINSON INDIANTOWN, FL 6 - 3 (1)
124 BILL TROYER SARASOTA, FL 6 - 2 (3)
125 JEREMY HOBSON PLANT CITY, FL 6 - 1 (5)
126 DAVID FROEHLICH JR LOXAHATCHEE, FL 6 - 0 (2)
127 PATRICK KELLY MATTAWAN, MI 6 - 0 (2)
128 MATTHEW WIETEHA MIAMI, FL 5 - 15 (4)
129 CLAY BATSON HOBE SOUND, FL 5 - 15 (5)
130 WILLIE MANNING WEST PALM BEACH, FL 5 - 14 (3)
131 JAMES CONRAD ALVA, FL 5 - 13 (5)
132 JOSHUA SMITH PEMBROKE PINES, FL 5 - 13 (5)
133 NEAL MEADORS VERO BEACH, FL 5 - 12 (2)
134 JARED MCMILLAN BELLE GLADE, FL 5 - 12 (4)
135 LES SWANN III LAKE PLACID, FL 5 - 11 (4)
136 THOMAS LITTICH CAPE CORAL, FL 5 - 9 (5)
137 BRUCE CARTER OKEECHOBEE, FL 5 - 8 (2)
138 DILLON MCMILLAN BELLE GLADE, FL 5 - 8 (4)
139 CODY DAVIS DEERFIELD BEACH, FL 5 - 6 (3)
140 MATT SURMAN BOCA RATON, FL 5 - 6 (5)
141 JOHN TAVANO SEBRING, FL 5 - 5 (5)
142 JUSTIN MORGAN OKEECHOBEE, FL 5 - 5 (5)
143 JIM GESTWICKI MIAMI, FL 5 - 4 (5)
144 DOUG BACK FORT MYERS, FL 5 - 1 (4)
145 PAT DRAVO OKEECHOBEE, FL 5 - 1 (1)
146 JIM CHIARENZA LAKE WORTH, FL 5 - 1 (4)
147 JOSHUA MORFIS CAPE CORAL, FL 5 - 0 (4)
148 TIM EZELL KEY WEST, FL 4 - 14 (4)
149 KEITH BURDEN SEMINOLE, FL 4 - 13 (4)
150 CHAD VAN SLYKE CICERO, NY 4 - 12 (3)
151 CHARLES HICKCOX HOMESTEAD, FL 4 - 12 (3)
152 JIM HURLOCK JR. LAKE WORTH, FL 4 - 10 (2)
153 BRIANNE MCMILLAN BELLE GLADE, FL 4 - 9 (3)
154 GLEN CABEZAS LAKE WORTH, FL 4 - 6 (4)
155 MELISSA YOUNG TAVARES, FL 4 - 5 (3)
156 JAI HUNTER SR DELAND, FL 4 - 3 (3)
157 BILL BROWN VERO BEACH, FL 4 - 3 (1)
158 JUAN RUIZ WEST PALM BEACH, FL 3 - 15 (3)
159 CRAIG MATHEWS PUNTA GORDA, FL 3 - 15 (2)
160 JOHN BITTER MAITLAND, FL 3 - 15 (3)
161 BRANDON MEDLOCK LAKE PLACID, FL 3 - 12 (1)
162 JIM JOSEPH OAKLAND PARK, FL 3 - 10 (3)
163 JIMMY KOWALSKI LAKE PLACID, FL 3 - 9 (2)
164 JAMES SLOAN DAVIE, FL 3 - 8 (3)
165 MIKE JONES CANAL POINT, FL 3 - 8 (3)
166 GERRY BROUSSEAU NAPLES, FL 3 - 3 (2)
167 AUSTIN SCHROEDER ZEPHYRHILLS, FL 2 - 13 (1)
168 DAVID OLIVEIRA HOMESTEAD, FL 2 - 13 (2)
169 MICHAEL WISNEWSKI MELBOURNE, FL 2 - 9 (2)
170 MATTHEW SPARKS LARGO, FL 2 - 8 (2)
171 JOEL PRICE FRUITLAND PARK, FL 2 - 7 (2)
172 RUSS REYNOLDS BOCA RATON, FL 2 - 2 (1)
173 DERERK SAVAGE PORT ST. LUCIE, FL 1 - 14 (2)
174 TONY BENNETT FORT LAUDERDALE, FL 1 - 13 (1)
175 NORMAN LEE LAKE PLACID, FL 1 - 10 (1)
176 RICHARD (NEIL) HEBERT PARRISH, FL 1 - 10 (1)
177 TIM ZDRAZIL CRAWFORDVILLE, FL 1 - 4 (1)
178 MIKE YOUNG CLEWISTON, FL 1 - 3 (1)
179 GUY DEPALO ROSSVILLE, TN 1 - 1 (1)
180 JOHN WAYNE UMATILLA, FL 1 - 0 (1)
181 JERRY PHILYAW DELRAY BEACH, FL
182 KAIL STEVENS BOYNTON BEACH, FL
183 LARRY CORRELL PUNTA GORDA, FL
184 JASON PIKE GREENACRES, FL
185 DANNY SHELTON DAVIE, FL
186 COREY ROBERTS FORT MYERS, FL
187 CHRISTOPHER RAND FT LAUDERDALE, FL
188 RONDELL NEWSON CAPE CORAL, FL
189 NICK TIDWELL SEBRING, FL
190 TRAVIS BROWN SPRING HILL, FL
191 LLOYD MEYERS JR JACKSONVILLE, FL
192 LARRY SCHROEDER CLAYTON, OH
193 GARY NIEMI LAKE PLACID, FL
194 LARRY CAHAN EAST PALATKA, FL
195 TODD GILBERT ROTONDA WEST, FL
196 TREVOR HAMLIN CAPE CORAL, FL
197 JOHN PENDLETON LIVE OAK, FL
198 STEVE BROUGHTON PALM BEACH GARDENS, FL
199 EDWARD LAYHEW BRADENTON, FL
200 TROY JOHNSON JR CLEWISTON, FL
201 PAUL LEWIS RICHMOND, KY
202 MICHAEL DAUGHERTY MELBOURNE, FL
203 JEFF MCMILLAN BELLE GLADE, FL

College Angler Hampton Anderson Wins South Carolina Bfl Opener On Lake Murray!

South Carolina Gamecock Angler Hampton Anderson of Anderson, SC wins the BFL SC Division Opener on Lake Murray with a limit just north of 25 pounds. Co-Angler Rodney Tapp of North Augusta, SC wins the Co-Angler side with 18.2 pounds.

More details and Photos to come!

BFL South Carolina Results - Feb. 13, 2016 Lake Murray
PLACE ANGLER City/State Weight Earnings
1 HAMPTON ANDERSON ANDERSON, SC 25 - 3 (5) $3,641
2 SHANE LINEBERGER LINCOLNTON, NC 24 - 2 (5) $1,820
3 SCOTT HAMRICK DENVER, NC 23 - 0 (5) $1,214
4 SCOTT FARMER COLUMBIA, SC 22 - 11 (4) $1,325
5 ANDY WICKER POMARIA, SC 21 - 1 (5) $728
6 WESLEY STORY CLARKS HILL, SC 20 - 10 (5) $637
7 JERRY PELFREY LAURENS, SC 20 - 10 (5) $637
8 WILLIE MCMULLEN OXFORD, GA 20 - 4 (5) $546
9 GREG RIKARD LEESVILLE, SC 18 - 15 (5) $485
10 CHRIS MARSHALL FOREST CITY, NC 18 - 3 (5) $425
11 TODD LAWRENCE ROCK HILL, SC 18 - 1 (5) $382
12 KIP CARTER SOCIAL CIRCLE, GA 17 - 13 (5) $352
13 JOHN HAAS MT PLEASANT, SC 17 - 4 (5) $340
14 TOM RUBBO LEXINGTON, SC 17 - 2 (5) $322
15 JOEY SABBAGHA PROSPERITY, SC 16 - 10 (5) $603
16 MARTY QUESADA JR APPLING, GA 16 - 9 (5) $291
17 MICHAEL MURPHY LEXINGTON, SC 16 - 4 (5) $279
18 RONNIE MCCOY LAMAR, SC 16 - 0 (5) $267
19 CARSON ORELLANA MOORESVILLE, NC 15 - 2 (5) $255
20 BRIAN TIDWELL SENECA, SC 14 - 8 (5)
21 CHRIS SAMPLE LEXINGTON, SC 14 - 6 (4)
22 DANIEL GRASSI POOLER, GA 14 - 5 (5)
23 ROSS BURNS COLUMBIA, SC 14 - 5 (4)
24 JEFF BAILEY INMAN, SC 14 - 1 (4)
25 CHAD COOK SUMMERVILLE, SC 13 - 11 (4)
26 STEVE WICKER POMARIA, SC 13 - 10 (4)
27 HERMAN VINING GILBERT, SC 13 - 6 (5)
28 DUSTIN (BUDDY) HENSON LANDRUM, SC 13 - 2 (4)
29 J.W. SMITH GOOSE CREEK, SC 13 - 1 (5)
30 CHUCK HOWARD ELLOREE, SC 12 - 13 (5)
31 MICK RHINEHART PELZER, SC 12 - 9 (5)
32 LARRY MOSS PROSPERITY, SC 12 - 2 (4)
33 JAMES BUCHANAN MONROE, NC 11 - 1 (5)
34 ANDY RUTLEDGE HOLLY HILL, SC 10 - 11 (4)
35 JOHNATHAN CROSSLAND CHAPIN, SC 10 - 7 (4)
36 CRAIG CHAMBERS CHARLOTTE, NC 10 - 2 (2)
37 DEREK SCHLOTTERBACK SIMPSONVILLE, SC 10 - 1 (5)
38 BRIAN TUCCI SURFSIDE BEACH, SC 10 - 0 (3)
39 MICHAEL RICHARDSON ELGIN, SC 9 - 15 (3)
40 WENDELL CAUSEY JR IRMO, SC 9 - 14 (3)
41 TOBY KEISLER LEXINGTON, SC 8 - 14 (4)
42 FREDDIE GAMBLE JR. MANNING, SC 8 - 6 (3)
43 JOHN MARSHALL huntersville, NC 8 - 3 (3)
44 ALFRED SHAW SUMTER, SC 7 - 15 (3)
45 MARC MARSH PROSPERITY, SC 7 - 9 (2)
46 CHARLES CURRY KINGS MOUNTAIN, NC 7 - 7 (3)
47 EVAN WEAVER LEXINGTON, SC 7 - 4 (3)
48 COLE HUSKINS MT. HOLLY, NC 7 - 2 (3)
49 JAY JEFFERIES MOUNT PLEASANT, SC 6 - 10 (2)
50 RON BROWN MOUNT PLEASANT, SC 6 - 8 (2)
51 TIM HARMON LEXINGTON, SC 6 - 8 (2)
52 WINSTON HUSBAND GILBERT, SC 6 - 2 (2)
53 ZACH VINSON GAFFNEY, SC 6 - 2 (3)
54 STEVE DEBORD GROVETOWN, GA 6 - 2 (2)
55 MARIO COLANGELO N. CHARLESTON, SC 5 - 15 (3)
56 LES WESTBERRY NEESES, SC 5 - 11 (2)
57 ADAM BECKUM MARTINEZ, GA 5 - 8 (2)
58 BOBBY PURVIS EASTOVER, SC 5 - 7 (2)
59 CHARLES STORY EVANS, GA 5 - 6 (3)
60 STEVE THORNHILL PINEVILLE, SC 5 - 2 (2)
61 SCOTT FRYE SUMMERTON, SC 4 - 15 (2)
62 MITCH AVANT JOHNSONVILLE, SC 4 - 9 (2)
63 LONNIE DRUSCH SUMTER, SC 4 - 4 (2)
64 CHRIS EPTING CHAPIN, SC 4 - 1 (2)
65 WALLACE KNIPHFER CASSATT, SC 3 - 13 (2)
66 SANDY OLIVER HARTSVILLE, SC 3 - 5 (1)
67 EARNEST JONES CHAPIN, SC 3 - 5 (1)
68 KEN ELLIS BOWMAN, SC 3 - 0 (1)
69 ROB NOWLIN COLUMBIA, SC 3 - 0 (1)
70 MEL LONG HAMPTON, SC 2 - 10 (1)
71 MATTHEW MOLLOHAN PROSPERITY, SC 2 - 8 (1)
72 EARL PURCELL, JR. CHAPIN, SC 2 - 7 (1)
73 ROGER MEDLOCK MOUNT PLEASANT, SC 2 - 4 (1)
74 JIMMY WILSON WAGENER, SC 2 - 3 (1)
75 RAUL DENIS MYRTLE BEACH, SC 2 - 2 (1)
76 CALVIN JONES RAEFORD, NC 2 - 2 (1)
77 ED MATTHEWS COLUMBIA, SC 2 - 0 (1)
78 ROGER WIDEMAN MCCORMICK, SC
79 JEREMIAH JENSEN COLUMBIA, SC
80 KEITH PORTER CHESTER, SC
81 DANNY NOLES SUMTER, SC
82 LES REEVES TRINITY, NC
83 DEREK FREEMAN ANDERSON, SC
84 DAVID HEATHERLY BUFFALO, SC
85 JOEY OUTLAW CAMDEN, SC
86 JOSH RENNEBAUM CHAPIN, SC
87 WYATT GWYN LITTLE MOUNTIAN, SC
88 JIMMY SMITH BLYTHEWOOD, SC
89 JOSEPH DICKSON GAFFNEY, SC
90 BRODY MANLEY PICKENS, SC

Derek Hicks Of Rocky Face, Ga Wins The Bfl Choo Choo Opener On Guntersville!

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Photo courtesy of FLW Outdoors

Photo courtesy of FLW Outdoors

Derek Hicks caught a 25.3 pound limit of Lake Guntersville Bass to claim the first event in the Choo Choo division after last months event was rescheduled due to weather. Marcus Corbett of Aniston, AL took home first place in the Co-Angler division with over 19 pounds. 

More details and photos to come!

 

 

BFL Choo Choo results - Feb. 13, 2016 Lake Guntersville
PLACE ANGLER Cityt/State Weight Earnings
1 DEREK HICKS ROCKY FACE, GA 25 - 3 (5) $6,133
2 MARK MCCAIG OXFORD, AL 23 - 7 (5) $2,566
3 JEFF KNIGHT CLEVELAND, TN 21 - 1 (5) $1,710
4 CASEY MARTIN NEW HOPE, AL 20 - 3 (5) $1,498
5 CAMERON GAUTNEY MUSCLE SHOALS, AL 19 - 6 (5) $1,027
6 ERIC FOISTER CLARKSVILLE, TN 17 - 14 (5) $941
7 RYAN MCINTOSH PATRIOT, IN 17 - 13 (5) $727
8 KENT KEYS ANNISTON, AL 17 - 13 (5) $727
9 TERRY TUCKER GADSDEN, AL 17 - 13 (5) $727
10 BRAD HARMON RINGGOLD, GA 17 - 13 (3) $727
11 JEREMY DAVIS BESSEMER, AL 17 - 12 (5) $539
12 ED OILAR MONTICELLO, IN 17 - 7 (5) $496
13 DALE PELFREY ROCKWOOD, TN 17 - 1 (5) $479
14 THOMAS HELTON CHARLESTON, TN 16 - 14 (5) $453
15 RYAN SALZMAN HUNTSVILLE, AL 16 - 10 (5) $428
16 JAKE MANN WARRIOR, AL 16 - 8 (5) $411
17 DENNIS BARNES BOAZ, AL 16 - 5 (5) $394
18 CASEY O'DONNELL SCOTTSBORO, AL 16 - 2 (4) $376
19 CHRIS WEBB DECATUR, AL 15 - 12 (5) $359
20 BILL BOWLING SOMERSET, KY 15 - 6 (5) $342
21 ALLEN BISHOP ALBERTVILLE, AL 15 - 4 (5) $334
22 DEREK REMITZ GRANT, AL 15 - 3 (5) $321
23 EVAN BOUTWELL MADISON, AL 15 - 3 (5) $321
24 TERRY MANN WARRIOR, AL 14 - 11 (5) $308
25 BRENT BARNES CHATTANOOGA, TN 14 - 5 (2) $1,099
26 BRYON LUMAN HUNTSVILLE, AL 14 - 3 (4) $291
27 GIL SUMMERLIN GUNTERSVILLE, AL 14 - 2 (4) $278
28 D D MURPHY MADISON, AL 14 - 2 (5) $278
29 SCOTT GIBBS ROME, GA 13 - 14 (5) $265
30 JIM LEARY GUNTERSVILLE, AL 13 - 9 (5) $257
31 DAMIEN WILLIS JACKSONVILLE, AL 13 - 7 (4) $248
32 CODY GREEN PHILLIDELLIA, TN 13 - 4 (5) $240
33 JEFF CANNON DOUGLASVILLE, GA 13 - 3 (4)  
34 JASON PATTERSON BLUFFTON, IN 12 - 14 (5)  
35 BILLY HUGHEY DALTON, GA 12 - 10 (4)  
36 BILLY BRINDLE CALHOUN, GA 11 - 15 (5)  
37 RANDY MCCARTY STAFFORDSVILLE, KY 11 - 9 (5)  
38 WALTON ROBERTS GUNTERSVILLE, AL 11 - 7 (4)  
39 TOM MESSER DOUGLASVILLE, GA 11 - 7 (3)  
40 DONALD AMSDEN LAFAYETTE, IN 11 - 1 (5)  
41 ADAM JANERELLA JERSEY SHORE, PA 11 - 0 (3)  
42 ALAN BARRETT CULLMAN, AL 10 - 12 (3)  
43 JOSH BRAGG JACKSONVILLE, AL 10 - 11 (5)  
44 FREDDY PALMER ESTILL SPRINGS, TN 10 - 8 (4)  
45 WILL YELVERTON HAZEL GREEN, AL 10 - 7 (4)  
46 JUSTIN AARON MORRIS, AL 10 - 3 (3)  
47 KEVIN MADDOX ARAB, AL 10 - 2 (4)  
48 JOHN POLLY NAUVOO, AL 9 - 15 (3)  
49 KYLE DORSETT ODENVILLE, AL 9 - 14 (3)  
50 BOB BLACKERBY CHELSEA, AL 9 - 11 (4)  
51 MARSHALL DEAKINS DUNLAP, TN 9 - 8 (3)  
52 BENJIE ALLEN SCOTTSBORO, AL 9 - 8 (2)  
53 BEN JOHNSON HUNTSVILLE, AL 9 - 7 (4)  
54 KAS KIMBRELL MULGA, AL 9 - 2 (2)  
55 MORNE DUVENHAGE WHIGHAM, GA 8 - 15 (3)  
56 MIKE COLLAKE HARRISON, TN 8 - 15 (3)  
57 CODY HAMMONTREE FLAT ROCK, AL 8 - 12 (4)  
58 BLAKE HALL HARTSELLE, AL 8 - 11 (3)  
59 SHANE MOSS JASPER, TN 8 - 9 (3)  
60 DALE ROWLAND SHELBYVILLE, TN 8 - 8 (2)  
61 RUSSELL BRYANT RESACA, GA 8 - 6 (2)  
62 JOSH DRIVER HIRAM, GA 8 - 5 (3)  
63 TRACY ROBINSON GADSDEN, AL 7 - 14 (2)  
64 SCOTT TOWRY LAWRENCEBURG, TN 7 - 10 (3)  
65 KEVIN WESTMORELAND CARTERSVILLE, GA 7 - 10 (3)  
66 KEITH BUTERBAUGH DOUGLASVILLE, GA 7 - 8 (2)  
67 JESSE RIGSBY OLD HICKORY, TN 7 - 7 (3)  
68 ROBERT KNOBB BELVIDERE, TN 7 - 5 (3)  
69 LEALAND JOHNSON HUNTSVILLE, AL 7 - 3 (3)  
70 WAYNE CHRISTOPHER HUNTSVILLE, AL 7 - 0 (2)  
71 DONNIE RUBEL MURFREESBORO, TN 6 - 15 (1)  
72 JK GUIN CARBON HILL, AL 6 - 13 (3)  
73 CHRIS FERGUSON WITTENSVILLE, KY 6 - 11 (2)  
74 KENNETH SMITH TULLAHOMA, TN 6 - 10 (2)  
75 WILLIAM REDMOND SCIOTOVILLE, OH 6 - 9 (3)  
76 MEL KENNEDY CUMMING, GA 6 - 4 (2)  
77 CHRIS HOLLAND WINCHESTER, TN 6 - 2 (3)  
78 BRYAN GREGORY FORT PAYNE, AL 6 - 1 (1)  
79 BRYAN MEADOWS NEWNAN, GA 5 - 15 (2)  
80 JOE THOMPSON GRANT, AL 5 - 13 (2)  
81 CHASE FLEEMAN COLUMBIA, TN 5 - 10 (2)  
82 WESLEY BROWN GADSDEN, AL 5 - 6 (1)  
83 SCOTT WRIGHT CARBON HILL, AL 5 - 4 (2)  
84 LEE HAAS HIXSON, TN 5 - 2 (2)  
85 RICHARD PEEK CENTRE, AL 5 - 1 (2)  
86 WILLIAM TAGER ARAB, AL 5 - 0 (1)  
87 DAVID STEADMAN JR NORMANDY, TN 4 - 15 (2)  
88 BILL DARBY FAYETTEVILLE, TN 4 - 7 (1)  
89 DON TULLY ACWORTH, GA 4 - 5 (1)  
90 ETHAN FLACK CULLMAN, AL 4 - 5 (1)  
91 LANDON LOMAX OWENS CROSS ROADS, AL 4 - 2 (1)  
92 PAT KELLY SR GUNTERSVILLE, AL 3 - 9 (1)  
93 KENNY EVERETTE VILLA RICA, GA 3 - 3 (1)  
94 JACK MORRIS NEW HOPE, AL 3 - 2 (1)  
95 WESLEY SMITH VINEMONT, AL 3 - 2 (1)  
96 DANIEL SYLVESTER ATHENS, AL 3 - 2 (1)  
97 JACKSON HALE SOUTHSIDE, AL 3 - 2 (1)  
98 TED PEARCE FLORENCE, MS 2 - 12 (1)  
99 DANIEL WHITAKER PHIL CAMPBELL, AL 2 - 12 (1)  
100 CHRIS MAYFIELD PHIL CAMPBELL, AL 2 - 12 (1)  
101 ANDREW CROWE RINGGOLD, GA 2 - 8 (1)  
102 BRIAN HOLCOMB MADISONVILLE, TN 2 - 8 (1)  
103 CHRIS KIRKSEY CARTERSVILLE, GA 2 - 8 (1)  
104 JERRY ARMSTRONG SHELBYVILLE, TN 2 - 8 (1)  
105 DAN JONES WOODSTOCK, GA 2 - 8 (1)  
106 JOSH BENFORD RUSSELLVILLE, AL 2 - 8 (1)  
107 MARK SVENDSEN DORAVILLE, GA 2 - 6 (1)  
108 DANIEL DAVIS ALBERTVILLE, AL 2 - 4 (1)  
109 DANNY SHELL ALBERTVILLE, AL 2 - 4 (1)  
110 JONATHAN ABBOTT VERSAILLES, KY 2 - 3 (1)  
111 CURTISS WERNER OSCEOLA, IN 1 - 11 (1)  
112 KEITH HARPER GROVE OAK, AL 1 - 10 (1)  
113 SCOTT BATES HIRAM, GA    
114 KENNETH WESTMORELAND WHITE, GA    
115 BILLY GENTRY HUNTSVILLE, AL    
116 COLE WADE SCOTTSBORO, AL    
117 GREG ROLLINS MONTEAGLE, TN    
118 TONY COLLINS COHUTTA, GA    
119 MARK TROUSDALE ROGERSVILLE, AL    
120 WILLIAM MOSHER ARAGON, GA    
121 BOB PAUER SCOTTSBORO, AL    
122 BRIAN MERRIMAN FALKVILLE, AL    
123 TYLER STEWART KILLEN, AL    
124 CURTIS JORDAN RINGGOLD, GA    
125 TONY LUKE LAWRENCEVILLE, GA    
126 KEN VICCHIO BLUFF CITY, TN    
127 JOHN BIFFLE CHATTANOOGA, TN    
128 SAMUEL SMITH BRIDGEPORT, AL    
129 JAMES STOLER DECATUR, AL    
130 MATTHEW PAIN SCOTTSBORO, AL    
131 DON PERKINS COUNCE, TN    
132 DAVID TURNER EUHARLEE, GA    
133 KEITH BLOCKER HOLLY POND, AL    
134 HERMILO SALGADO ARTEMUS, KY    
135 JIM NEECE JR BRISTOL, TN    
136 JACK GUMBERT HUNTSVILLE, AL    
137 JIMMY DANIELS PAINTSVILLE, KY    
138 JACOB GIBBS BAILEYTON, AL    
139 SAM MOODY ATHENS, AL    
140 CHAD JONES MOUNT JULIET, TN    
141 KEITH VANN CEDARTOWN, GA    
142 DOUGLAS WEBSTER PINSON, AL    
143 WAYNE BOYD ROME, GA    
144 MICHAEL BROWN ETOBICOKE, ON    
145 RODNEY ALLEN CLARKRANGE, TN    
146 TIM HURST OXFORD, AL    
147 ERIC SNOW CLARKSVILLE, IN    
148 JERRY GOODNER CLEVELAND, TN    
149 TIMOTHY GILL GOSPORT, IN    

B.a.s.s. Does Dew At 4 Elite Tourneys In 2016

B.A.S.S. announced today that Mountain Dew will be a local partner for four 2016 Bassmaster Elite Series events, starting with the first tournament March 17-20 at Palatka on Florida’s St. Johns River.

“We’re excited to be teaming with an iconic brand like Mountain Dew for what promises to be one of the best Elite Series in B.A.S.S. history,” said Bruce Akin, CEO of B.A.S.S. “B.A.S.S. has assembled a team of sponsors that are leaders in their industries, both within the sportfishing arena and beyond it. Mountain Dew has a history with the sport, and we are thrilled to have them in the B.A.S.S. family.”

That family also includes fan-favorite and veteran Elite Series pro Gerald Swindle of Warrior, Ala., who continues his role as a Mountain Dew athlete, branding his jersey, boat, and truck with the soft drink logo.

Besides the St. Johns tournament, Mountain Dew also will partner with B.A.S.S. to sponsor events at Winyah Bay, South Carolina, April 7-10; Wheeler Lake, Alabama, April 28-May 1; and Mississippi River, Wisconsin, Sept. 8-11. The brand will be featured in a hospitality tent, as well as exhibit space, at all four.

Mountain Dew first joined with B.A.S.S. as a supporting sponsor of all Bassmaster tours in 2013. Additionally, it was a presenting sponsor for the 2014 Bassmaster Classic.

As a local partner for four Elite events in 2016, Mountain Dew also will receive exposure across B.A.S.S.’s multimedia platforms, including Bassmaster and B.A.S.S. Times magazines, The Bassmasters television show, Bassmaster.com website and B.A.S.S.’s social media channels.


Sportsmans Warehouse Special Report From The Chattanooga Location And Lake Chickamauga

Wanna go catch 60+ Bass?? Check out our Sportsmans Warehouse Special report from the Chattanooga location. Fishing Dept. team member Charlie Dutto tells us about what the throw and how to have those magical days!


Minn Kota Renews Partnership With Texas Team Trail

NEW SMYRNA BEACH, Fla. (February 9, 2016) - Minn Kota, the world's leading manufacturer of electric trolling motors, will remain an official sponsor of the Texas Team Trail presented by Cabela's in 2016. The renewal comes as the Texas Team Trail builds on record participation coming out of the first regular-season event, which featured 352 boats on Sam Rayburn Reservoir.

"We're excited to build on what's been a fantastic partnership over the past several seasons," said Tournament Director Mike Hastings. "The Minn Kota name is synonymous with quality and we're fortunate to have their support. It's great to have them back on board for 2016."
Minn Kota offers a complete line of shallow water anchors, battery chargers, and marine accessories in addition to their well-known trolling motor designs.
Since its founding, Minn Kota has led the way in product innovation and cutting-edge technology. The Minn Kota electric trolling motor began its life in 1934 in Fargo, North Dakota. Mr. O. G. Schmidt, inventor of the trolling motor, was known to be a man of many diverse ideas. Prior to the trolling motor, Mr. Schmidt invented, produced and sold a copper-soldering torch from his home in Wheatland, North Dakota.
Due to its success, manufacturing operations were then moved to Fargo. Because of its proximity to the MINNesota - North DaKOTA border, Mr. Schmidt named the business The Minn Kota Manufacturing Company.
"The Texas Team Trail represents a great opportunity to support our customers in and around the state of Texas," said Minn Kota Sr. Business Director-Marketing Joe Brown. "We're excited to partner again in 2016 and look forward to showcasing our products to such a talented group of anglers."
The Texas Team Trail presented by Cabela's consists of four regular-season evens and a year-end championship. The championship is a two-day tournament open to teams who have fished all four regular-season events.
The Texas Team Trail also includes unprecedented television and media coverage, airing on the Pursuit Channel, Fox Sports Net, NBC Sports, Time Warner Sportsnet and the World Fishing Network.
Registration for the 2016 season is underway. Anglers with questions or anyone interested in more details are encouraged to visit www.texasteamtrail.com or call 210-788-4143.
Remaining 2016 TXTT scheduled events:

February 20 - Toledo Bend
March 19 - Richland Chambers Reservoir
April 16 - Lake Texoma
Championship
May 14-15 - Ray Roberts Lake
Texas Team Trail events are made possible through the sponsorship and continued support of these well-respected brands: Cabela's, Ranger Boats, Lucas Oil, Evinrude, RAM, Mercury, Minn Kota, Triton Boats, Power-Pole, Amphibia, Arctic Ice, Stratos Boats, Lowrance, Navionics, Protect the Harvest, BoatU.S., General Tire, SuperClean, Garmin, Valley Fashions, T-H Marine, Atlas, G-Juice, Powertex Group.

Lasseter & King Top 208 Teams On Lake Lbj To Win Over $20,000

Big winds, big waves and big payouts for the Bass Champs Central Region as they kicked off their 2016 season at Lake LBJ with over 200 participating teams. A 105% payback was being awarded to the top twenty seven teams, with the winners receiving the guaranteed 1st place purse of $20,000.

As 208 boats lined up for take-off February 6, boat skills were already being challenged. High winds, up to 30 mph that felt like it was right off of an ice burg had LBJ looking like the ocean with rollers near 4Â’ high. Many teams had to scramble, as fishing the areas they had originally planned were near impossible with the wind and waves. Josh Lasseter and his grandfather Don King overcame the challenges to win the event.

“It was extremely windy and cold,” Josh recalled. “We had a specific spot we wanted to fish, with a backup plan in mind.” The duo had done a lot of pre-fishing trying to locate fish for the tournament. “We got blown off of our first spot, so we went to find some cover from the wind.” They chose a point with brush on it in 8’-12’ of water. The third fish they put in their livewell was their kicker, weighing in at 7.95 pounds. “We caught all of the fish we weighed within the first hour of the tournament.” They were using a jig. “We were slow fishing with them, just trying to wear them out.” The bite quit, but the wind didn’t. “We moved around and hit several different spots, just trying to pick up another, but felt pretty good about the limit we had.” They were not due in to the weigh in until 3pm, but decided to come in an hour early to weigh their catch and hope for the best. “We didn’t think we had as much as we did. We just got lucky, and got on an early bite. It’s really awesome to be fishing Bass Champs with my Granddad, and a great way to start the season with him!” Their total weight was 25.37 pounds, winning the 1st place purse of $20,000. They also won the Sure Life bonus for using the product in their livewell.

Kyle Tatum and David Simono won 2nd place with a total of 22.43 pounds. “It was so windy. When I woke up at 5am, the wind was already blowing around 20 mph,” Kyle stated. “We went to our first spot, and there was another boat nearby but not on that spot. We put our first fish in the boat, about four pounds, and didn’t catch anything else until about 1pm.” Kyle had boated the first fish, but David wrapped up the rest of their initial limit. “We were fishing wind-blown flats about 10’ deep with swimbaits, and just kept going back and forth between two spots all day.”

They had two 2-pounders in their livewell they wanted to be able to cull. Suddenly, Kyle got a big bite. “It just loaded up heavy. I told David ‘big fish’, and he quickly put his rod down and grabbed the net. At first I thought it might be a carp! I got it to the boat, and David scooped it up first try. It was a great team effort.” That catch weighed in at 9.15 pounds, and held for a short while as Big Bass of the tournament. “It’s my biggest bass so far, and was a great time to catch it!”
They won $5,000 for their day on the water. “David deserves a lot of credit for his skills handling the boat in those weather conditions!”

Third place was won by a father and son team. Rick and Adam Clark brought in 20.99 pounds and the biggest bass of the day for a big payday. “We went to our first spot, a main lake flat 4’-6’ deep and started casting our jigs,” Adam said. “Dad caught the first fish, and it was the big one, at 8:10 am. That was our first and last bite until 1:30.” They had to give up their semi-protected spot to go in search of biting bass. “We headed south, hitting spots crashed with waves just trying to scrape up a bite.” The wind had picked up, and they were fighting 4’ rollers from 11:00 on, rotating between four spots. “All of a sudden, we had a big flurry and caught five more fish, culling one time.” Their big fish that Rick landed weighed in at 9.82 pounds, winning Big Bass of the tournament and $1,000. Their 3rd place win netted a check for $4,000. Being the highest finishing team in a qualified Skeeter boat, their winnings were doubled to a $10,000 day. But that wasn’t all – they also won the Costa Del Mar, Abu Garcia and Under Armor sponsor incentive bonuses as well! “I have a lot of people to thank. First my wife for enabling me to pursue my passion. Then my kids, 8 & 4 years old, for their help getting me ready to fish tournaments.” Adam has been fishing tournaments with his dad Rick since he was 3 years old, but had gotten away from it for a time. “I really appreciate my step mother Mary. About four years ago she encouraged us to start fishing tournaments together again.”

All total $63,750 was paid to the top 27 teams. The last $600 check was issued to Ross & Jennifer Wright, weighing in 13.39 pounds.

The next event for the Central Region will be on Lake Belton on March 5. In the meantime, Bass Champs staff and crew will be headed to Toledo Bend for the second East Region tournament on February 13. All Bass Champs tournaments are open to anyone who would like to fish for some of the biggest paybacks anywhere. For a full schedule and more information, visit www.BassChamps.com or call 817-439-3274.

Place Boat SAN Angler 1 Angler 2 Fish Big Bass Wt. Prize Amt.
1 JOSHUA LASSETER
BUCHANAN DAM , TX
DON KING
KINGSLAND , TX
5 7.95 25.37
$20,000.00 + $200 Sure-Life
2 DAVID SIMONO
GRANITE SHOALS , TX
KYLE TATUM
BELTON , TX
5 9.15 22.43
$5,000.00
3 ADAM CLARK
AUSTIN , TX
RICK CLARK
TERRELL , TX
5 9.82 20.99
$4,000.00 + $1,000.00 Big Bass + $5,000 Skeeter+Costa+Under Armour+Abu Garcia
4 DALE READ
LEANDER , TX
SCOTT ROSS
ROUND ROCK , TX
5 5.62 20.14
$3,000.00 + $250 Lowrance
5 DONNIE ROSS
GEORGETOWN , TX
KENNY CLIFTON
BASTROP , TX
5 0 19.94
$2,500.00
6 DAVE MANGELSDORF
JARRELL , TX
BENNY AYLOR
AUSTIN , TX
5 0 19.64
$2,000.00
7 STEVE MAGNELIA
AUSTIN , TX
MICHAEL TENNANT
SAN MARCOS , TX
5 0 18.44
$1,400.00
8 ROBBY PAYNE
BUCHANAN DAM , TX
TIMOTHY COYLE
WICHITA , KS
5 0 18.18
$1,300.00
9 ERIC WASHBURN
GATESVILLE , TX
ZANE WASHBURN
GATESVILLE , TX
5 0 18.15
$1,200.00
10 KENNETH FULLER III
RIO VISTA , TX
HUNTER JORDAN
CLEBURNE , TX
5 0 17.91
$1,100.00
11 WESTON BROWN
HOUSTON , TX
DAVID DOONAN
BRYAN , TX
5 0 17.59
$1,040.00
12 ANTHONY RIBERA
DRIPPING SPRINGS , TX
MARK RIBERA
DRIPPING SPRINGS , TX
5 0 17.53
$1,030.00
13 TREY GROCE
DRIPPING SPRINGS , TX
JOE BILL HALE
SPICEWOOD , TX
5 0 16.47
$1,020.00
14 DAVID UNDERWOOD
WACO , TX
CHARLES SIMMONS
WACO , TX
5 0 15.80
$1,010.00
15 SISTO SALINAS JR
TROY , TX
JIMMY WILLOUGHBY
TEMPLE , TX
5 0 15.42
$1,000.00
16 LEE BEUERSHAUSEN
MARBLE FALLS , TX
RANDY GROUNDS
HORSESHOE BAY , TX
5 0 15.05
$900.00
17 DAMON ROSS
ROUND ROCK , TX
DEWAYNE MILLEGAN
CEDAR CREEK , TX
5 0 15.03
$800.00
18 GERALD POBORIL
TEMPLE , TX
JACK POWE
KILLEEN , TX
5 0 14.89
$700.00
19 GERALD MUELLER JR
PFLUGERVILLE , TX
GENE FUESSEL
AUSTIN , TX
3 0 14.76
$650.00
20 CHARLES WHITED
SAN MARCOS , TX
BILL POLKINGHORN
CANYON LAKE , TX
5 0 14.42
$650.00
21 BILL GUZMAN
AUSTIN , TX
ANNETTE PERRON
AUSTIN , TX
5 0 14.11
$600.00
22 GARRETT HENNIG
BELTON , TX
JOHN HALLEY
KILLEEN , TX
4 0 13.81
$600.00
23 MICHAEL WALDROP
AUSTIN , TX
JARED SANDERS
AUSTIN , TX
5 0 13.80
$600.00
24 REX WHEELER
BELTON , TX
JOHN WEATHERLY
KILLEEN , TX
5 0 13.51
$600.00
25 CHRIS RICHTER
AUSTIN , TX
DAVID WILSON
WIMBERLEY , TX
5 0 13.50
$600.00
26 CODY MARTIN
TAYLOR , TX
MICHAEL BRISENO
ELGIN , TX
5 0 13.48
$600.00
27 ROSS WRIGHT
MCQUEENEY , TX
JENNIFER WRIGHT
MCQUEENEY , TX
5 0 13.39
$600.00
28 CHARLES REAGAN
THORNTON , TX
LOWELL BENNETT
HEWITT , TX
5 0 13.16
29 CHAD KALLINA
AUSTIN , TX
5 0 13.06
30 CHISHOLM CARRUTH
ODESSA , TX
CULLEN CARRUTH
NEED INFO
5 0 12.93
30 LINO GUTITEREZ
COTTONWOOD WOOD SHORES , TX
RUBEN RIBERA
BURNET , TX
5 0 12.93
32 BRANDON BRAY
MARBLE FALLS , TX
JOE BRAY
HORSESHOE BAY , TX
5 0 12.88
33 MATT HILL
CEDAR PARK , TX
BARRY MOTT
LIBERTY HILL , TX
5 0 12.84
34 DAVID SHUSTER
GEORGETOWN , TX
CHARLES GERHART
SALADO , TX
5 0 12.72
35 WILLIAM BRUNSON
LIBERTY HILL , TX
DALE HUGHES
LAGO VISTA , TX
4 0 12.65
36 CHARLIE GANTENBEIN
TEMPLE , TX
GLEN HOLCOMB
KEMPNER , TX
5 0 12.40
37 NOBLE SESSIONS
SPICEWOOD , TX
GARY FRIEDEL
COPPERAS COVE , TX
5 0 12.22
37 JESSE FRY
GRANITE SHOALS , TX
MIKE FRY
CYPRESS MILL , TX
5 0 12.22
39 DALE BOREN
FORT WORTH , TX
RICK SCOTT
BREMOND , TX
5 0 12.11
40 JOHN RILEY
KILLEEN , TX
JUSTIN ROGERS
KILLEN , TX
5 0 12.08
41 ED WHALEY
MONTGOMERY , TX
DAREN SEBEK
TEMPLE , TX
5 0 12.00
42 JEFF PITRUCHA
COPPERAS COVE , TX
RONNIE TROWER
HARKER HEIGHTS , TX
4 0 11.60
43 GARRETT SHEPPERD
GEORGETOWN , TX
GREGORY SHEPPERD
GEORGETOWN , TX
4 0 11.49
44 ALLEN SHELTON
COPPELL , TX
BRAD DRAKE
IRVING , TX
5 0 11.45
45 RONNIE MAYNARD
GEORGETOWN , TX
EDDY MAYNARD
LEANDER , TX
5 0 11.43
46 BRYAN COTTER
CEDAR PARK , TX
BILLY MCCRARY II
LEANDER , TX
4 0 11.28
47 TODD IVINS
BOERNE , TX
JEREMIAH COOK
BUDA , TX
5 0 11.27
47 BRIAN MATER
AUSTIN , TX
PHILLIP WARREN
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ELM MOTT , TX
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Robert & Woodruff Win 5Th Annual Rat-L-Trap Guntersville Open With An Over 21 Lb. Limit!!!

Rat-L-Trap President Wes Higgins along with Elite Series Pro Boyd Duckett & FLW Tour Pro Mark Daniels Jr Interview the winners of the 2016 Rat-L-Trap open on Lake Guntersville.


New Site, Contingense.com To Help You Find More Cash In Bass Tournaments!

February 8, 2016 – Mansfield, AR – Contingense.com recently launched their new website late last week. The site focuses on supporting the need for outdoor enthusiasts to seek, and enroll in contingency programs from one central website, rather than searching the web, and learning through various other methods, which are all time consuming.

The main function of the website creates a listing directory for the programs, which all URL’s point back to their original website. Site visitors will be able to either search or browse contingency categories, give their individual review, and enroll in the programs which best fit their passion.

Jason Baggett, Contingense Developer, stated, “The idea started on the show floor at the 2014 Bassmasters Classic, in Alabama. After learning that nothing existed, I went to work. Our goal is that consumers use it as a tool. Our hope is that we’re given an opportunity to close gaps with the current, and potential contingency programs to create a more unified approach. It will be a Win-Win for everyone involved.”

Contingense acts as a play on words utilizing “Contingency” and “Sense” which companies who utilize these programs see increased sales, exposure, and create a loyal brand army.

Baggett added, “Once we get past the initial launch, we’re gong to work on phase two which incorporates programs on a wider focus. Some of that framework already exists on the site. We’re already in development of a sister site that will parallel Contingense.com”

For more information, please visit the company’s website:

www.contingense.com


Hallman Closes Out Flw Tour Win With Only 2 Fish On Okeechobee!

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Hallman hoists the hardware! photo courtesy of FLW Outdoors

 

Not to be anti-climactic, but Bradley Hallman could have just slept in today, joined the weigh in show with an empty bag and still enjoyed a 6-figure payday and the huge championship trophy to top off his first FLW Tour tournament.

Such was the nature of Hallman’s commanding performance over the course of 4 difficult days that featured changing weather and very few big fish. Bunches of small bass paraded across stage, unseen and uncelebrated, packed tightly with a few of their friends in weigh in bags as angler after angler settled for mediocrity.

Not Hallman. “I came down here from the jump knowing this was going to be a flippin’ tournament, as far as making the Top 10. It might be won some other way, but 5 out of the top 10 guys are going to be flippin’.”

Indeed, there are always other ways to catch fish. None of them bear mentioning this week.

With that mindset the former Bassmaster Elite Series Pro scoured the big lake, which he admitted he did not know very well, during practice. “I had never seen Harney Pond, never seen the Monkey Box. I stopped at some place called S&D or something that was supposed to have some fish (perhaps he meant ‘J&S’?). Finally, I ended up in South Bay and flipped into a bush – wait, I know, they’re called reed heads down here,” chuckled the Oklahoman, showing a bit of his flippin’ roots which are planted firmly in the soiled waters of his home state.

He found what he liked on the south end of the inland ocean. He stuck with his area as winds changed the water color and eventually pushed another foot or so of water beneath the mats from which Hallman pulled his fish. Throughout practice and the entire tournament Hallman simply swung the big weight on short line and long rod in his ‘bushes’ on the south end.

His single-minded tenacity was rewarded with the 2 biggest sacks of the derby during the first 2 rounds. He built a lead that lasted through today’s final weigh in during which the ‘Hot Seat’ on stage stayed empty. After Alex Davis weighed-in, Hallman still had an 8-pound lead with nobody left to challenge it.

Hallman totaled 71 pounds, 2 ounces over four days. His numbers day-by-day:  25-0 on Day 1, followed by 25-7, then 14-3 and a final weight of 6-8 on only two fish today.

His 6-2 effort today was heavier than some 5-fish limits other pros brought in.

Shin Fukae had five that weighed 5-1. The likeable pro from Japan-by-way-of-Texas joked that Hallman had an unfair advantage – he’s too tall. Fukae admitted that he likes to use small worms on a dropshot rig but this week he had to flip with a 7’11” rod. A stick that size would have the leverage on Fukae, not the other way around as works for Hallman who stands way north of the 6-foot mark.

Davis had five fish that at 5 pounds, 3 ounces also weighed less than Hallman’s pair. He was happy to have them since at 1 o’clock his livewell was empty. He had 10 bites during the last hour. They were just small. He wondered where the 4-pounders live in Okeechobee. He noted that the fish this week were either a foot long or as long as long as your arm.

Davis points out that Guntersville Lake is full of 4-pounders. And he knows where they live. Call him when you want to catch some. He made 30-grand this week in South Florida but his bread is mostly buttered by guide’s fees. And Guntersville should get hot soon!

Here’s how the Top 10 shook out today:

1        BRADLEY HALLMAN, NORMAN, OK  71 - 2 (16)      $100,000

2        ALEX DAVIS, ALBERTVILLE, AL  56 - 4 (20) $30,000

3        CHRIS JOHNSTON, PETERBOROUGH, ON   56 - 3 (19)       $25,000

4        MICHAEL NEAL, DAYTON, TN  55 - 15 (20)     $20,000

5        SHINICHI FUKAE, PALESTINE, TX  52 - 9 (20)          $19,000

6        BRANDON MCMILLAN, CLEWISTON, FL  51 - 4 (20)         $18,000

7        JOSHUA WEAVER, MACON, GA   50 - 5 (20)    $17,000

8        CLARK REEHM, HUNTINGTON, TX   48 - 8 (20)       $16,000

9        CHARLIE WEYER, WEST HILLS, CA   47 - 11 (18)     $15,000

10      BILLY SHELTON III, LA CROSSE,   44 - 6 (17) $14,500