Tacoma, Washington (Date)  – Gamakatsu®, the world’s leading manufacturer and innovator of  fishing hooks and terminal tackle is proud to announce the addition of  Bassmaster Elite Series pro Greg Hackney to their pro staff.  Hackney has asserted himself as a dominant force on the professional fishing scene for nearly two decades, amassing multiple titles throughout his illustrious career.  

Known for his shallow water, power fishing prowess the “Hack Attack” is looking forward to working with the team at Gamakatsu® during the 2023 season and beyond that.  “Joining the Gamakatsu team for me is like getting the band back together! I started using the hooks in the 90’s and never looked back. I’ve been blessed in my career to surround myself with leaders of the industry and now the circle is complete, Greg Hackney. 

Gamakatsu Sales Manager, Ted Thibault is excited to welcome Hackney to the pro staff.  “It is a great honor to add an angler with Greg’s skill level and success to our pro angling team in 2023. He was already familiar with our brand and has a great technical knowledge about fish hooks and how to catch more fish with them. We look forward to working with him in the years to come.”

From humble beginnings as Japan’s smallest fishing hook manufacturer in 1955, Gamakatsu® Ltd has evolved to become the world’s preeminent hook manufacturer. Over the years, manufacturing upgrades and cutting-edge innovations have fueled Gamakatsu® USA’s rise as a top producer of fishing hooks, apparel, and fishing-related items.

When anglers purchase Gamakatsu® hooks, they are buying an original product made exclusively by Gamakatsu®. Gamakatsu® is continuously testing new materials and striving to improve its products, which already sets the standard for the rest of the industry.