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University of Montevallo’s Pennington and Oswalt take close win at Bassmaster College Wild Card at Lay Lake

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June 10, 2023

University of Montevallo’s Pennington and Oswalt take close win at Bassmaster College Wild Card at Lay Lake

Jordan Pennington and Andrew Oswalt of Alabama’s University of Montevallo have won the Strike King Bassmaster College Wild Card at Lay Lake presented by Bass Pro Shops with a two-day total of 31 pounds, 11 ounces.

Photo by Tommy Sendek/B.A.S.S.

June 10, 2023

University of Montevallo’s Pennington and Oswalt take close win at Bassmaster College Wild Card at Lay Lake

SHELBY COUNTY, Ala. — Capitalizing on an early start, then making key decisions that improved their numbers, Jordan Pennington and Andrew Oswalt of the University of Montevallo tallied a two-day total of 31 pounds, 11 ounces to win the Strike King Bassmaster College Series Wild Card at Lay Lake presented by Bass Pro Shops.

Placing fifth on Day 1 with 14-15, Pennington and Oswalt sealed their victory with a limit of 16-12 Saturday. The winners edged their University of Montevallo teammates Dalton Head and Peyton Harris by 7 ounces.

“This win means a lot to us because we’ve been struggling this season,” Pennington said. “Andrew and I have always dreamed of winning a Bassmaster trophy. To finally do it is amazing.”

Oswalt said that winning by such a close margin over a fellow Montevallo team enhanced the experience.

“It’s awesome we came away with first and second,” he said. “Peyton and Dalton are like brothers to us. I love them to death and it made it all so much sweeter.”

As Oswalt explained, Day 1 found him and his partner at a disadvantage, as their late boat draw — 150 out of a 152-boat field — deprived them of any significant morning bite. Spending their first day on offshore brushpiles, the anglers assembled a competitive limit by throwing 5/16-ounce shaky heads with Reaction Innovations Flirt Worms in magic craw swirl.

“Today, we were boat No. 3,” Oswalt said. “We stayed in Beeswax Creek (where takeoff occurred) and got a small limit on frogs and drop shots.

“After that, we had a bream bed we were saving, so we ran to that spot and, in a span of 15 minutes, we culled out all but one fish from our early limit.”

Pennington and Oswalt caught their two heaviest fish on a Texas-rigged 10 1/2-inch Zoom Ol’ Monster worm in scuppernong royal and plum colors. They caught two more of their weight fish on drop shots with 6-inch Roboworms in Aaron’s morning dawn.

“After we fished the bream bed, we ran down to Paint Creek and hit one brushpile and culled a 2.05 with a 2.65,” Oswalt said. “We caught that fish on a shaky head.”

With all of their baits, Pennington said he and Oswalt adapted their presentations to the week’s weather.

“As hot as it was, we had to fish really, really, slow,” Pennington said. “With a lot of our casts, we’d take up to two to three minutes on the retrieve.”

Head and Harris turned in a Day 1 limit of 13-7 and took 13th place. Adding 17-13 — the event’s heaviest bag — nearly pushed them across the finish line with 31-4.

Sticking with the midlake region, Head and Harris fished deep brush in 9 to 12 feet.

“We started shallow each morning, but we didn’t catch anything that helped,” Harris said.

Head and Harris caught their bass on a drop shot with a 6-inch Roboworm in morning dawn and a 1/2-ounce Queen Tackle tungsten flipping jig with a Zoom Chunk trailer. Both baits produced quality and quantity.

“We were just consistently showing them different looks,” Harris said. “One of us always had a jig in our hand and one of us always had a drop shot. We just rotated through brushpiles.

“We were staying a pretty good ways off the brushpiles and dragging the baits. It seemed like they’d bite when you got the bait in the brush.”

Kayden Tanner and Trevor Easter of Tarleton State University finished in third place with 30-3. After placing third on Day 1 with 15-8, they added 14-11.

Following the same game plan they employed in the first round, Tanner and Easter fished from Lay’s south end to the midlake region. They worked a two-part strategy in which they fished shallow docks early and then moved out to brushpiles in 12 to 15 feet.

“Both days, we caught a big fish under docks,” Easter said. “We caught one of them on a 3/8-ounce Berkley flipping jig with a Berkley Power Chunk and we caught the other on a 3/16-ounce Berkley shaky head with a finesse worm.”

Easter said the same shaky head produced their deeper bites. As he recalled, the second day presented a challenging decision.

“This morning, on our third spot, we caught our third biggest fish and we had our limit at 9 o’clock,” Easter said. “We had two little ones that (were looking weak in the livewell), so we had to throw them back before they died.

“So, we were back down to three fish at 11 o’clock, but we were able to run into two more good ones.”

Tanner said their bite died after 11. Reflecting on the gutsy and environmentally responsible call to release two keepers, Tanner said he and his partner never doubted their actions.

“I think the best decision we made was throwing those two fish back because if they had died on us, we would not have been able to cull them,” Tanner said. “We knew we were around good fish, so thankfully it worked out for us.”

Day 1 leaders William Hammond and Cabe Mackey of Catawba Valley Community College won Big Bass honors with a 6-5 largemouth.

The tournament was hosted by Discover Shelby.

2023 Strike King Bassmaster College Series at Lay Lake presented by Bass Pro Shops 6/9-6/10
Lay Lake, Shelby County AL.
(BOATER) Standings Day 2

Angler Club/School Pts

1. Jordan Pennington – Andrew Oswalt University of Montevallo 250
Day 1: 5 14-15 Day 2: 5 16-12 Total: 10 31-11
2. Dalton Head – Peyton Harris University of Montevallo 249
Day 1: 5 13-07 Day 2: 5 17-13 Total: 10 31-04
3. Kayden Tanner – Trevor Easter Tarleton State University 248
Day 1: 5 15-08 Day 2: 5 14-11 Total: 10 30-03
4. Tyler Cain – Cole Dodson University of Montevallo 247
Day 1: 5 14-05 Day 2: 5 14-03 Total: 10 28-08
5. Levi Thibodaux – Chance Shelby LSU – Shreveport 246
Day 1: 5 13-14 Day 2: 5 14-05 Total: 10 28-03
6. Noah Trant – Evan Howe Northwestern State University (8 245
Day 1: 5 13-02 Day 2: 5 13-13 Total: 10 26-15
7. Merritt Arnold – Chance Schwartz University of Montevallo 244
Day 1: 5 14-02 Day 2: 5 12-08 Total: 10 26-10
8. William Hammond – Cabe Mackey Catawba Valley Community College 243
Day 1: 5 16-14 Day 2: 5 09-04 Total: 10 26-02
9. Dalton DeFelice – Connor Tonkel Southwestern Michigan College 242
Day 1: 5 11-06 Day 2: 5 14-09 Total: 10 25-15
10. Mitch Johnson – Gunner Whitaker Kentucky Christian University 241
Day 1: 5 11-14 Day 2: 5 13-06 Total: 10 25-04
11. Henry Mcpherson – Matthew German University Of Alabama 240
Day 1: 5 12-00 Day 2: 5 13-04 Total: 10 25-04
12. Tyler Hudson – Evan Mcnaughton Western Kentucky University 239
Day 1: 5 11-04 Day 2: 5 13-11 Total: 10 24-15
13. Tim Herrmann – Justin Botts Bryan College 238
Day 1: 5 10-15 Day 2: 5 13-14 Total: 10 24-13
14. Giancarlo Russo – Florida Gateway College 237
Day 1: 5 15-14 Day 2: 4 08-06 Total: 9 24-04
15. Tommy Dunaway – Seth Jones Florida Gateway College 236
Day 1: 5 15-02 Day 2: 5 08-15 Total: 10 24-01
16. Zeb Roberts – Dalton Eury Catawba Valley Community College 235
Day 1: 5 12-09 Day 2: 5 11-07 Total: 10 24-00
17. James Willoughby – University of Montevallo 234
Day 1: 5 10-10 Day 2: 5 12-11 Total: 10 23-05
18. Caleb Bridges – Bryan College 233
Day 1: 5 13-06 Day 2: 5 09-13 Total: 10 23-03
19. Benjamin Travis – Brendin Simich Auburn University 232
Day 1: 5 12-05 Day 2: 5 10-10 Total: 10 22-15
20. Jake Brown – Walker Brown University of North Alabama 231
Day 1: 5 11-00 Day 2: 5 11-15 Total: 10 22-15
21. Brennan Berglund – Brody Robison University of Montevallo 230
Day 1: 5 11-06 Day 2: 5 11-09 Total: 10 22-15
22. Hagan Marlin – Riley Underwood University of Montevallo 229
Day 1: 5 11-03 Day 2: 5 11-11 Total: 10 22-14
23. Caz Anderson – Will Harris Carson-Newman University 228
Day 1: 5 12-00 Day 2: 5 10-13 Total: 10 22-13
24. Jordan Hampton – Tucker Dottley Bethel University 227
Day 1: 5 13-04 Day 2: 5 09-06 Total: 10 22-10
25. Dakota Posey – Trent Buchholz Lamar State College Orange 226
Day 1: 5 14-13 Day 2: 5 07-12 Total: 10 22-09
26. Ethan Fields – Jason Qualich Mckendree University (7876) 225
Day 1: 5 12-01 Day 2: 5 10-08 Total: 10 22-09
27. Sellers Odom – Grayson Ball Calhoun Community College (11122 224
Day 1: 5 12-01 Day 2: 5 10-07 Total: 10 22-08
28. John Ortman – Stephen Brooks Emmanuel College 223
Day 1: 5 13-01 Day 2: 5 09-06 Total: 10 22-07
29. Hunter Palmer – Eli Stevenson Bryan College 222
Day 1: 5 13-01 Day 2: 5 09-04 Total: 10 22-05
30. Miller Dowling – Parker O’Bryan University of Montevallo 221
Day 1: 5 12-15 Day 2: 5 09-05 Total: 10 22-04
31. Drew Pitts – Carter Koza Carson-Newman University 220
Day 1: 5 11-15 Day 2: 5 10-05 Total: 10 22-04
32. Nick Pemberton – Will Holloway University of Montevallo 219
Day 1: 5 12-09 Day 2: 5 09-06 Total: 10 21-15
33. Kyle Knoll – Luke Morgan Southern Union State Community C 218
Day 1: 5 12-15 Day 2: 5 08-13 Total: 10 21-12
34. Colton White – Jack Alexander University of Montevallo 217
Day 1: 5 11-01 Day 2: 5 10-11 Total: 10 21-12
35. Hayden Gaddis – Ben Cully Carson-Newman University 216
Day 1: 5 12-02 Day 2: 5 09-08 Total: 10 21-10
36. Justin Eggers – Lane Bailey Catawba Valley Community College 215
Day 1: 5 08-10 Day 2: 5 12-14 Total: 10 21-08
37. Jack Baron – Dakendrick Patterson University of Montevallo 214
Day 1: 5 12-14 Day 2: 5 08-08 Total: 10 21-06
38. Wyatt Wood – Max Gosdin University of Montevallo (8716) 213
Day 1: 5 12-05 Day 2: 5 09-01 Total: 10 21-06
39. Carson Calvert – Austin Thomas University of North Alabama 212
Day 1: 5 13-15 Day 2: 5 07-05 Total: 10 21-04
40. Chase Martin – Jadon Spencer Catawba Valley Community College 211
Day 1: 5 12-12 Day 2: 5 08-07 Total: 10 21-03
41. Rudy Worley – Blue Mountain College 210
Day 1: 5 11-10 Day 2: 5 09-05 Total: 10 20-15
42. Aaron Hawkins – Cooper Mayes Texas A&M University 209
Day 1: 5 12-13 Day 2: 5 08-00 Total: 10 20-13
43. Cole Taylor – Clay Taylor Lander University 208
Day 1: 5 10-11 Day 2: 5 09-15 Total: 10 20-10
44. Pruitt Lansdale – Matt Short Eastern Kentucky University 207
Day 1: 5 10-05 Day 2: 5 10-05 Total: 10 20-10
45. Zach Pocos – Tucker Siminak McKendree University 206
Day 1: 5 10-14 Day 2: 5 09-11 Total: 10 20-09
46. Hunter Keller – Wesley Smith II Catawba Valley Community College 205
Day 1: 5 09-12 Day 2: 5 10-13 Total: 10 20-09
47. River Eubanks – Peyton Sorrow University of Montevallo (8418) 204
Day 1: 5 09-09 Day 2: 5 10-15 Total: 10 20-08
48. Avery Hammock – Jackson Ford Georgia College 203
Day 1: 5 08-15 Day 2: 5 11-08 Total: 10 20-07
49. Harmon Marien – Jack Stephens McKendree University 202
Day 1: 5 10-00 Day 2: 5 10-05 Total: 10 20-05
50. Braxton Hopper – Walker Whitworth Central Alabama Community College 201
Day 1: 5 11-00 Day 2: 5 09-01 Total: 10 20-01
51. Jeremy Dellinger – Garrett Smith Lander University 200
Day 1: 5 10-00 Day 2: 5 10-00 Total: 10 20-00
52. Corbin Templon – Adrian Urso Murray State University 199
Day 1: 5 12-14 Day 2: 5 06-15 Total: 10 19-13
53. Garrett Walters – Reese Walters University of Alabama 198
Day 1: 5 14-02 Day 2: 4 05-10 Total: 9 19-12
54. TJ McKenzie – Emmanuel College 197
Day 1: 4 07-03 Day 2: 5 12-09 Total: 9 19-12
55. Tyler Finley – Christopher Kistler University of North Alabama 196
Day 1: 5 09-07 Day 2: 5 10-05 Total: 10 19-12
56. Cal Culpepper – Andrew Howell University of Montevallo 195
Day 1: 5 10-03 Day 2: 5 09-07 Total: 10 19-10
57. Trey Dickert III – Andrew Thompson University of Montevallo 194
Day 1: 5 11-05 Day 2: 5 08-03 Total: 10 19-08
58. Connor Green – Skyler Stevens Faulkner University 193
Day 1: 5 11-05 Day 2: 5 07-14 Total: 10 19-03
59. Chase Milholen – Koltyn Harbin Bethel University 192
Day 1: 5 11-15 Day 2: 4 07-02 Total: 9 19-01
60. Hunter Shelton – Bethel (8133) 191
Day 1: 5 09-13 Day 2: 5 09-04 Total: 10 19-01
61. Brandon Martin – Cole Holloway Emmanuel College 190
Day 1: 5 09-06 Day 2: 5 09-11 Total: 10 19-01
62. Jacob Autry – Jackson Kulijof Murray State University 189
Day 1: 5 08-10 Day 2: 5 10-01 Total: 10 18-11
63. Wyatt Pearman – Ridge Rutledge Campbellsville University 188
Day 1: 5 08-14 Day 2: 5 09-11 Total: 10 18-09
64. Chandler Pruett – Blue Mountain College 187
Day 1: 5 11-04 Day 2: 5 07-04 Total: 10 18-08
65. Storm Cline – Gabe Fishlock Carson-Newman University 186
Day 1: 5 09-07 Day 2: 5 09-01 Total: 10 18-08
66. Landon Sexton – Christian Boyd Shelton State Community College 185
Day 1: 5 10-07 Day 2: 5 07-13 Total: 10 18-04
67. Jake Hope – Alex Nesmith Murray State University 184
Day 1: 5 07-15 Day 2: 5 10-02 Total: 10 18-01
68. Dustin Bauer – Lane Pohlman Campbellsville University 183
Day 1: 5 10-06 Day 2: 5 07-10 Total: 10 18-00
69. Billy Erdakos – Davis Klimczak Southwest Michigan College 182
Day 1: 5 09-04 Day 2: 5 08-11 Total: 10 17-15
70. Matthew Benson – Spencer Bargfrede Emmanuel College 181
Day 1: 5 10-08 Day 2: 5 07-06 Total: 10 17-14
71. Christian Wright – Logan East Bryan College 180
Day 1: 5 10-04 Day 2: 5 07-09 Total: 10 17-13
72. Joseph Woods – Anthony Cicero IV Bethel University 179
Day 1: 5 09-07 Day 2: 5 08-04 Total: 10 17-11
73. Dayne Kobriger – Camden Kozikoski Drury University 178
Day 1: 5 08-09 Day 2: 5 09-01 Total: 10 17-10
74. Isaac Warta – Hunter Jones Middle Tennessee State Universit 177
Day 1: 5 11-01 Day 2: 4 06-07 Total: 9 17-08
75. Scooter Ligon Jr – Levi Seagraves Emmanuel College (8750) 176
Day 1: 5 10-12 Day 2: 4 06-10 Total: 9 17-06
76. Butler Cochran – Bryce Evans University of South Carolina 175
Day 1: 5 07-01 Day 2: 5 10-05 Total: 10 17-06
77. Owen Wheeler – Tyler Dubois Bethel University 174
Day 1: 5 08-11 Day 2: 5 08-10 Total: 10 17-05
78. Parker Lambert – Aaron Shumaker Lander University 173
Day 1: 5 09-10 Day 2: 5 07-08 Total: 10 17-02
79. Kai Barnett – Connor Hall McKendree University (8714) 172
Day 1: 5 11-07 Day 2: 2 05-08 Total: 7 16-15
80. James Broderick – James Neill Mississippi State University 171
Day 1: 5 10-09 Day 2: 3 06-06 Total: 8 16-15
81. Mason Phillpotts – Grand Valley State University 170
Day 1: 5 11-02 Day 2: 3 05-10 Total: 8 16-12
82. Cameron Smith – Thomas Phillips Ohio State University 169
Day 1: 5 09-08 Day 2: 5 07-04 Total: 10 16-12
83. Taylor McMullen – Emmanuel College 168
Day 1: 5 13-12 Day 2: 2 02-15 Total: 7 16-11
84. Brycen Williamson – Tallis Morrison Erskine College 167
Day 1: 4 06-05 Day 2: 5 10-04 Total: 9 16-09
85. Brendan Vinton – Grant Harris Catawba Valley Community College 166
Day 1: 5 08-05 Day 2: 5 08-04 Total: 10 16-09
86. Garrett Huddleston – Riley Voltz Auburn University 165
Day 1: 5 13-04 Day 2: 2 03-03 Total: 7 16-07
87. Gage Starks – Hunter Holguin Murray State University 164
Day 1: 5 08-10 Day 2: 5 07-08 Total: 10 16-02
88. Walter Trulock – Zach Williams Mississippi State University 163
Day 1: 5 10-02 Day 2: 3 05-14 Total: 8 16-00
89. Benson Dowler – Benjamin Graves University of North Alabama 162
Day 1: 4 09-12 Day 2: 3 06-04 Total: 7 16-00
90. Brett Hill – Ryan Daugherty Campbellsville University 161
Day 1: 5 08-02 Day 2: 5 07-10 Total: 10 15-12
91. Wes Kinard – Preston Parker Shelton State Community College 160
Day 1: 5 10-14 Day 2: 3 04-12 Total: 8 15-10
92. Matt Brault – Dylan Mclaughlin Erskine College 159
Day 1: 5 10-12 Day 2: 3 04-10 Total: 8 15-06
93. Riley Miller – Hayden Parks Shelton State Community College 158
Day 1: 5 09-06 Day 2: 2 05-14 Total: 7 15-04
94. Ben Shinkunas – Mason Hill Calhoun Community College 157
Day 1: 3 05-05 Day 2: 5 09-11 Total: 8 15-00
95. Brock Bila – Dylan Chambers Drury University 156
Day 1: 5 09-11 Day 2: 3 05-02 Total: 8 14-13
96. Brantley Anders – Cameron Dials Kentucky Christian University 155
Day 1: 5 07-05 Day 2: 5 07-08 Total: 10 14-13
97. Camden Schwieterman – Lloyd Laconsay Auburn University 154
Day 1: 5 09-12 Day 2: 2 04-06 Total: 7 14-02
98. Jack Schable – Jack Simpson Western Michigan University (87 153
Day 1: 5 07-06 Day 2: 5 06-12 Total: 10 14-02
99. Brandon Berry – Hunter Bright University of Montevallo (8308) 152
Day 1: 5 09-12 Day 2: 3 04-00 Total: 8 13-12
100. Luke Willis – Brandon Wingo University of South Carolina 151
Day 1: 5 07-08 Day 2: 5 06-04 Total: 10 13-12
101. Logan Paul – Luke Champnella Western Michigan University 150
Day 1: 3 04-00 Day 2: 5 09-10 Total: 8 13-10
102. Jake Kimbrough – Tyler Hill Blue Mountain College 149
Day 1: 5 09-06 Day 2: 2 04-04 Total: 7 13-10
103. Cade Lipham – Caleb Coleman Drury University 148
Day 1: 3 04-04 Day 2: 5 09-02 Total: 8 13-06
104. Clay Henderson – Brant Rowland Drury University (8937) 147
Day 1: 5 06-02 Day 2: 4 07-00 Total: 9 13-02
105. David Ackerman V – Mackenzie Sanders Erskine College 146
Day 1: 5 10-00 Day 2: 2 02-15 Total: 7 12-15
106. Adam Hollingsworth – DJ McEachern University of Alabama 145
Day 1: 5 09-03 Day 2: 2 03-11 Total: 7 12-14
107. Trent Gilmore – Chandler Olivier University of Montevallo (8516) 144
Day 1: 5 09-01 Day 2: 3 03-12 Total: 8 12-13
108. Miles Smith – Zach Henderson Nichols State 143
Day 1: 4 09-14 Day 2: 2 02-10 Total: 6 12-08
109. Cole Hadlock – Braiden Koerber Murray State Univeristy 142
Day 1: 3 03-14 Day 2: 5 08-09 Total: 8 12-07
110. Justin Latham – Blaine Mattingly campbellsville university 141
Day 1: 5 12-02 Day 2: 0 00-00 Total: 5 12-02
111. Eric Noyes – Mason Mitchell II University of Central Oklahoma 140
Day 1: 5 08-13 Day 2: 3 03-01 Total: 8 11-14
112. William Vickery – Hunter Starling Georgia Southern University 139
Day 1: 3 04-10 Day 2: 4 07-04 Total: 7 11-14
113. Matthew Mcgregor – Wyatt Tomlin Calhoun Community College 138
Day 1: 4 05-02 Day 2: 3 06-10 Total: 7 11-12
114. Colton Odom – Auburn University 137
Day 1: 3 03-06 Day 2: 5 07-14 Total: 8 11-04
115. Roeh Burton – Spencer Brister Lamar State College Orange 136
Day 1: 4 04-15 Day 2: 5 06-05 Total: 9 11-04
116. Victor Alford – Christian Misciagna Bryan College 135
Day 1: 4 06-01 Day 2: 5 05-02 Total: 9 11-03
117. William Travis – JL Simmons Bryan College 134
Day 1: 5 11-01 Day 2: 0 00-00 Total: 5 11-01
118. Kyle Dillon – Jesse Mull Western Carolina University 133
Day 1: 5 11-00 Day 2: 0 00-00 Total: 5 11-00
119. Nathan Fideldy – Salina 132
Day 1: 5 07-13 Day 2: 3 03-02 Total: 8 10-15
120. Niko Romero – Coleman Bingham Bethel University 131
Day 1: 3 03-06 Day 2: 5 07-09 Total: 8 10-15
121. Dylan Breaux – Joel Richard Nicholls State University 130
Day 1: 5 06-04 Day 2: 3 04-07 Total: 8 10-11
122. Kyle Hopping – Will Hornsby McKendree University 129
Day 1: 4 09-05 Day 2: 1 01-02 Total: 5 10-07
123. Fischer Barber – Troy University 128
Day 1: 5 08-13 Day 2: 1 01-00 Total: 6 09-13
124. Drew Faulkenberry – Dawson Carden Emmanual College (8887) 127
Day 1: 2 02-13 Day 2: 3 06-14 Total: 5 09-11
125. Evan Ludlow – Trevor Wilson Southwestern Michigan College 126
Day 1: 5 06-13 Day 2: 2 02-13 Total: 7 09-10
126. Brycen Hendriks – Michael Fugaro The University of North Carolina 125
Day 1: 5 09-07 Day 2: 0 00-00 Total: 5 09-07
127. Davian Smith – Jordan Turner University of Montevallo 124
Day 1: 3 05-13 Day 2: 2 03-06 Total: 5 09-03
128. Austin Smith – Jaden Purkey Carson-Newman University 123
Day 1: 5 08-11 Day 2: 0 00-00 Total: 5 08-11
129. Jackson Holbert – Kolby Clark University of North Alabama 122
Day 1: 5 08-06 Day 2: 0 00-00 Total: 5 08-06
130. Brandon Leach – Devin Brown Eastern Kentucky Unversity 121
Day 1: 5 08-05 Day 2: 0 00-00 Total: 5 08-05
131. Noah Bryars – Colby Ullery Faulkner University 120
Day 1: 5 06-03 Day 2: 1 01-05 Total: 6 07-08
132. Evan Waggener – Colby Joseph Campbellsville University 119
Day 1: 3 04-09 Day 2: 2 02-14 Total: 5 07-07
133. Callaway Robinson – Tucker Pearson Georgia College 118
Day 1: 5 07-06 Day 2: 0 00-00 Total: 5 07-06
134. Cooper Combs – Shelton State Community College 117
Day 1: 0 00-00 Day 2: 3 06-15 Total: 3 06-15
135. Blake Stringer – Karsten Raney Campbellsville University 116
Day 1: 4 06-07 Day 2: 0 00-00 Total: 4 06-07
136. Cody Clifton – Missouri State University 115
Day 1: 1 02-13 Day 2: 2 03-10 Total: 3 06-07
137. Holden Johnson – Sam Schmitz University of North Alabama 114
Day 1: 5 06-01 Day 2: 0 00-00 Total: 5 06-01
138. Matthew Wilson – Southern Union State Community C 113
Day 1: 4 05-14 Day 2: 0 00-00 Total: 4 05-14
139. Kaden Buchmann – Lander University 112
Day 1: 3 05-13 Day 2: 0 00-00 Total: 3 05-13
140. Matthew Kahrs – Christopher Kahrs McNeese State University 111
Day 1: 3 05-11 Day 2: 0 00-00 Total: 3 05-11
141. Bryson Caudle – Lucas Hampton Faulkner University 110
Day 1: 4 04-06 Day 2: 1 01-04 Total: 5 05-10
142. Joshua Roberts – Josh Roberts 109
Day 1: 2 02-12 Day 2: 2 02-10 Total: 4 05-06
143. Gabe Brown – Evan Eckstrom University of South Carolina 108
Day 1: 4 05-05 Day 2: 0 00-00 Total: 4 05-05
144. Kolby Kindley – Western Carolina University 107
Day 1: 3 05-05 Day 2: 0 00-00 Total: 3 05-05
145. Gavin Schmitz – Addison Sikes University of Montevallo 106
Day 1: 2 05-02 Day 2: 0 00-00 Total: 2 05-02
146. Malcolm Patton – Kyle Johnson Calhoun Community College 105
Day 1: 4 04-13 Day 2: 0 00-00 Total: 4 04-13
147. Reese Melven – Hunter Waldrop University of South Carolina 104
Day 1: 3 04-01 Day 2: 0 00-00 Total: 3 04-01
148. John Such – Hayden Fuhr Lander University 0
Day 1: 2 02-12 Day 2: 0 00-00 Total: 2 02-12
149. Brayden Pritchard – Jackson Kelly Central Alabama Community Colleg 102
Day 1: 2 02-08 Day 2: 0 00-00 Total: 2 02-08
150. Dustin Bargo – Western Kentucky University 101
Day 1: 0 00-00 Day 2: 1 02-01 Total: 1 02-01
151. Sawyer Brady – Dustin Weinberg Blue Mountain Christian Universi 100
Day 1: 1 01-14 Day 2: 0 00-00 Total: 1 01-14
152. Bucky Moore – Ryan Diskin Auburn University 0
Day 1: 0 00-00 Day 2: 0 00-00 Total: 0 00-00
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BIG BASS OF TOURN
William Hammond Huntersville, NC 06-05 $0.00
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Totals
Day #Limits #Fish Weight
1 116 683 1413-10
2 89 551 1064-02
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205 1234 2477-12

Adrian Avena Leads As Competition Set For Final Day at Favorite Fishing Stage Five on Cayuga Lake

Brian Carter

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June 10, 2023

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Adrian Avena Leads As Competition Set For Final Day at Favorite Fishing Stage Five on Cayuga Lake

New Jersey Pro Catches Five Smallmouth Weighing 29 Pounds, 6 Ounces to Top Knockout Round, Final 10 Pros Set for Championship Sunday Shootout for $100,000

UNION SPRINGS, N.Y. (June 10, 2023) – It was another incredible day of fishing, Saturday, on Cayuga Lake, for the 40 remaining pros competing in the Knockout Round at the Major League Fishing (MLF) Bass Pro Tour Favorite Fishing Stage Five on Cayuga Lake Presented by ATG by Wrangler. Pro Adrian Avena of Vineland, New Jersey , paced the field, catching 13 scorable smallmouth with his best five weighing a hefty 29 pounds, 6 ounces. Avena’s roommate and traveling partner on tour, reigning Bally Bet Angler of the Year (AOY) Jacob Wheeler looms large in second place just 2 ounces behind Avena with 29-4.

Link to HD Video – Fish-Catch Highlights of Knockout Round on Cayuga Lake
Link to Photo Gallery of Knockout Round Highlights

Sure, the 29-pound limits of smallmouth are impressive, but even more impressive this week has been the sheer number of 4-, 5- and 6-pound bass being caught. Fifteen anglers caught a limit weighing greater than 25 pounds, Saturday. The average weight of every fish caught today was just over 4 pounds, 3 ounces. And Avena, a 12-year vet seeking his first career major win, has amassed 76 pounds, 6 ounces of smallmouth over his three days on the water.

“Today was the best smallmouth fishing day of my entire life,” Avena said in his post-game interview. “I caught three 6-pounders. This place is incredible. The flogger has done a lot of damage for me this week, as the big key has been finding the fish well off the bank.

“Another key is using a really fast-action spinning reel,” Avena continued. “Once I drop that flogger and I hook that fish, those smallmouth come straight to the top. I’ve been using a brand new Abu Garcia Revo3 Rocket reel, as it has a super, super-fast gear ratio, and that has been a crucial part of getting those fish in the boat.”

Although he was happy to have the lead, Avena is not at all comfortable with his position, yet.

“I’m definitely going to have to find some new fish tomorrow if I want to win,” Avena said. “I foul-hooked a 5-12 today that I’m hoping I can find tomorrow. I found a 6-6 earlier in the week that’s gone now as well as another 6-pounder that has moved out. There’s fish that are moving out, but also new ones moving in so I hope I can find a big 7-pounder like Wheeler did today. It’s going to be an absolute dog-race, tomorrow.

Qualifying Round winners Spencer Shuffield (28-1) and Kevin VanDam (25-15) also advanced inside the top 10, in third and 10th, respectively. Fourth-place pro David Dudley (27-8) qualified for his second-straight Championship Round appearance, as did Takahiro Omori (26-14) in sixth and Matt Becker (26-2) in ninth.

Tournament weights are stacked up – just 3-pounds, 7-ounces separates Avena in first from VanDam in 10th. Competition resumes Sunday morning with the final-day Championship Round, where weight carries over from the Knockout Round and the angler with the heaviest two-day total will win the top prize of $100,000.

The top 10 pros advancing to Sunday’s Championship Round on Cayuga Lake are:

1st:        Adrian Avena, Vineland, N.J., five bass, 29-6
2nd:       Jacob Wheeler, Harrison, Tenn., five bass, 29-4
3rd:       Spencer Shuffield, Hot Springs, Ark., five bass, 28-1
4th:        David Dudley, Lynchburg, Va., five bass, 27-8
5th:        Dakota Ebare, Brookeland, Texas, five bass, 27-5
6th:        Takahiro Omori, Tokyo, Japan, five bass, 26-14
7th:        Mark Rose, Wynne, Ark., five bass, 26-11
8th:        Alton Jones Jr., Waco, Texas, five bass, 26-8
9th:        Matt Becker, Ten Mile, Tenn., five bass, 26-2
10th:     Kevin VanDam, Kalamazoo, Mich., five bass, 25-15

Finishing in 11th through 40th are:

11th:     Anthony Gagliardi, Prosperity, S.C., five bass, 25-14, $10,000
12th:     Cody Meyer, Star, Idaho, five bass, 25-11, $10,000
13th:     Skeet Reese, Auburn, Calif., five bass, 25-9, $10,000
14th:     Jesse Wiggins, Addison, Ala., five bass, 25-6, $10,000
15th:     Marty Robinson, Lyman, S.C., five bass, 25-3, $10,000
16th:     Alton Jones Sr., Lorena, Texas, five bass, 24-11, $10,000
17th:     Bradley Roy, Lancaster, Ky., five bass, 24-11, $10,000
18th:     Dustin Connell, Clanton, Ala., five bass, 24-8, $10,000
19th:     Dean Rojas, Lake Havasu City, Ariz., five bass, 24-7, $10,000
20th:     Jared Lintner, Covington, Ga., five bass, 24-3, $10,000
21st:      Casey Ashley, Donalds, S.C., five bass, 23-13, $10,000
22nd:    Jonathon VanDam, Kalamazoo, Mich., five bass, 23-2, $10,000
23rd:     Ott DeFoe, Blaine, Tenn., five bass, 23-1, $10,000
24th:     Jeff Sprague, Wills Point, Texas, five bass, 23-0, $10,000
25th:     Brent Ehrler, Redlands, Calif., five bass, 22-6, $10,000
26th:     Mark Daniels Jr., Tuskegee, Ala., five bass, 22-1, $10,000
27th:     Zack Birge, Blanchard, Okla., five bass, 21-13, $10,000
28th:     Cliff Pace, Petal, Miss., five bass, 21-13, $10,000
29th:     Andy Montgomery, Blacksburg, S.C., five bass, 21-9, $10,000
30th:     Dylan Hays, Hot Springs, Ark., five bass, 21-1, $10,000
31st:      Edwin Evers, Talala, Okla., five bass, 21-0, $10,000
32nd:    Terry Scroggins, San Mateo, Fla., five bass, 20-9, $10,000
33rd:     Chris Lane, Guntersville, Ala., five bass, 20-7, $10,000
34th:     Jordan Lee, Cullman, Ala., five bass, 20-4, $10,000
35th:     Cole Floyd, Leesburg, Ohio, five bass, 19-14, $10,000
36th:     Justin Lucas, Guntersville, Ala., five bass, 19-9, $10,000
37th:     Keith Poche, Pike Road, Ala., five bass, 19-3, $10,000
38th:     Greg Vinson, Wetumpka, Ala., five bass, 18-6, $10,000
39th:     Scott Suggs, Alexander, Ark., five bass, 13-0, $10,000
40th:     Mark Davis, Mount Ida, Ark., two bass, 8-8, $10,000

A complete list of results can be found at MajorLeagueFishing.com.

Overall, there were 362 scorable bass weighing 1,522 pounds, 1 ounce caught by the 40 pros Saturday, which included 83 5-pounders, six 6-pounders and one 7-pounder.

Saturday’s $1,000 Berkley Big Bass Award went to pro Jacob Wheeler, who caught a 7-pound, 5-ounce smallmouth in Period 1 on a drop-shot rig to earn the payout. Berkley awards $1,000 to the angler who weighs the heaviest bass each day, and a $3,000 bonus to the angler who weighs the heaviest bass of the tournament.

The six-day bass-fishing event showcases 80 of the top professional anglers in the world, competing for a purse of more than $805,000, including a top payout of $100,000 and valuable Angler of the Year (AOY) points in hopes of qualifying for the General Tire Heavy Hitters All-Star event and REDCREST 2024, the Bass Pro Tour championship.

The 40 Anglers in Group A competed in their two-day qualifying round on Tuesday and Thursday – the 40 anglers in Group B on Wednesday and Friday. After the two-day qualifying round, the top 20 anglers from each group advanced to Saturday’s Knockout Round. In the Knockout Round, weights were zeroed, and the remaining 40 anglers competed to finish in the top 10 to advance to the Championship Round. In the Championship Round on Sunday, weight carries over from the Knockout Round and the angler with the heaviest two-day total will win the top prize of $100,000.

The final 10 anglers will launch at 7:30 a.m. ET Sunday from Frontenac Park, located at 15 Creamery Road in Union Springs. The General Tire Takeout will be held at the park beginning at 4 p.m. Fans are welcome to attend the launch and takeout events and also encouraged to follow the event online throughout the day on the MLFNOW! live stream and SCORETRACKER® coverage at MajorLeagueFishing.com.

As part of the event, on Sunday, June 11 the MLF Fan Experience will be taking place at Bass Pro Shops, located at 1579 Clark Street Road in Auburn, New York, from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. MLF will welcome fans of all ages to celebrate fishing and the outdoors. Fans can hang out and watch the pros live on the MLFNOW! big screen during the MLF Watch Party. At 5 p.m. the final 10 Championship Round Bass Pro Tour anglers will be on hand for the trophy celebration and to meet and greet fans, sign autographs, and take selfies.

The Favorite Fishing Stage Five at Cayuga Lake Presented by ATG by Wrangler features pros competing using the MLF catch, weigh, immediate-release format, with each angler’s five (5) heaviest bass per day tallied as their day’s weight. Anglers strive to catch their heaviest five fish each day, while also feeling the pressure and intensity of the live scoring SCORETRACKER® leaderboard. Minimum weights are determined individually for each competition waters that the Bass Pro Tour visits, based on the productivity, bass population and anticipated average size of fish in each fishery.

The 2023 MLF Bass Pro Tour features a field of 80 of the top professional anglers in the world competing across seven regular-season tournaments around the country, fishing for millions of dollars and valuable points to qualify for the annual General Tire Heavy Hitters all-star event and REDCREST 2024, the Bass Pro Tour championship, held March 13-17, 2024, on Lay Lake in Birmingham, Alabama.

The MLFNOW! broadcast team of Chad McKee, Marty Stone and J.T. Kenney will break down the extended action live on all six days of competition from 7:45 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. ET. MLFNOW! will be live streamed on MajorLeagueFishing.com and the MyOutdoorTV (MOTV) app.

Television coverage of the Favorite Fishing Stage Five at Cayuga Lake Presented by ATG by Wrangler will air as two, two-hour episodes starting at 7 a.m. ET, on Saturday, Oct. 21 and Saturday, Oct. 28 on the Discovery Channel. New MLF episodes premiere each Saturday morning on Discovery, with re-airings on the Outdoor Channel.

Proud sponsors of the 2023 MLF Bass Pro Tour include: 13 Fishing, Abu Garcia, Ark Fishing, ATG + Wrangler, B&W Trailer Hitches, Bally Bet, Bass Cat Boats, Bass Pro Shops, Berkley, Black Rifle Coffee, Daiwa, Epic Baits, Favorite Fishing, Ferguson, Fox Rent A Car, General Tire, Grundéns, Humminbird, Lowrance, Minn Kota, Mercury, Mossy Oak, Onyx, Power-Pole, Rapala, Star tron, T-H Marine, TORO, Toyota, U.S. Air Force, Yellowstone Bourbon, Yo-Zuri and Zoom Baits.

For complete details and updated information on Major League Fishing and the Bass Pro Tour, visit MajorLeagueFishing.com. For regular updates, photos, tournament news and more, follow MLF’s social media outlets at Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.

Clay Samples & Ryan Atkins Win Anglers Choice Kerr Lake with 20.64 lbs

Brian Carter

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June 10, 2023

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Clay Samples & Ryan Atkins Win Anglers Choice Kerr Lake with 20.64 lbs

On a tough warm day on Kerr lake 0ver 100 anglers fished the Anglers Choice Tourney Trail. The weights were average for this time of the year 9 to 11 pound bag. But a few were able to find them & walk away with a pocket full of change. Congratulations to the winners & everyone that cashed a check. We hope you enjoy the photos & interviews below with our winners & lunker winners.

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Catawba Valley’s Hammond and Mackey ride kicker largemouth to Bassmaster College Wild Card lead at Lay Lake

Brian Carter

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June 9, 2023

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Catawba Valley’s Hammond and Mackey ride kicker largemouth to Bassmaster College Wild Card lead at Lay Lake

William Hammond and Cabe Mackey of Catawba Valley Community College are leading after Day 1 of the Strike King Bassmaster College Wild Card at Lay Lake presented by Bass Pro Shops with 16 pounds, 14 ounces.

Photo by Tommy Sendek/B.A.S.S.

June 9, 2023

Catawba Valley’s Hammond and Mackey ride kicker largemouth to Bassmaster College Wild Card lead at Lay Lake

SHELBY COUNTY, Ala. — After enduring a slow start, patience rewarded William Hammond and Cabe Mackey of Catawba Valley Community College with a Day 1 limit of 16 pounds, 14 ounces that leads the Strike King Bassmaster College Series Wild Card at Lay Lake presented by Bass Pro Shops.

Anchoring their bag with a 6-5 kicker, Hammond and Mackey head into Championship Saturday with a 1-pound lead over Giancarlo Russo of Florida Gateway College.

“It was just keeping our heads down and culling up by ounces,” said Mackey, who caught his team’s kicker. “The big fish bit around 11 or so. We just got lucky and made the right flip.

“When that big fish bit, we tried to get her in the boat as quickly as we could. We just tried to not do anything stupid.”

Fishing the mid- to lower-lake regions, the leaders focused on timber in 6 to 15 feet of water. Some of the cover was partially out of the water, some was submerged.

Hammond and Mackey caught their bass on a mix of jigs and Texas-rigged plastics. The latter earned their biggest bite.

“We had a couple different (soft plastics) and some were specifically for targeting big fish,” Mackey said.

Mackey said he and Hammond hit 30 to 40 spots. All set up about the same, but the anglers employed strategic planning.

“We were on a rotation of some spots that we thought might reload and there were some that we thought would hold fish at different times of the day,” Mackey said. “Midday was best for us, from about 10:30-11:30.

“We had a limit by about 10:15 and we made our last cull at 12:30. It was just cycling through different baits to show the fish different looks.”

Recounting a day of typically tough summer fishing in which slow, soaking presentations proved most effective, Mackey said he and Hammond feel confident with their Day 2 game plan.

“I think we’ll just put our heads down and fish the way we like to fish,” he said. “We won’t get spun out with what’s going on around us. We’ll just play our ballgame.”

Fishing solo, Russo adjusted to his team partner’s absence by taking a persistent approach that delivered a limit of 15-14. Starting in a midlake creek, he began by fishing shallow cover.

“I slowed down, worked the conditions and picked apart my area,” Russo said.

Essential to his productivity, Russo had to adjust his presentations throughout the day.

“There were hungry fish in there, but I had to make them react to my bait,” he said. “I had to change my presentations from how I was fishing it in the morning to get bit later in the day.”

Russo said he caught the majority of his bass, including his largest, in one creek. Exhausting his options, he struck out with a bold plan.

“I ran out of areas to fish and said, ‘I’m going to find a new area,’” Russo said. “I found a new spot just around the bend of the river — 10 minutes on the dot from my starting spot.

“In this new spot, I found a brushpile and made one cull on a reaction bait. Tomorrow, I’ll start there and once I run out of fish, I’ll go looking for new water again.”

Kayden Tanner and Trevor Easter of Tarleton State University are in third place with 15-8. Theirs was an active day that required multiple moves to assemble their weight.

“We hit 30 spots and we made a lot of culls today,” Easter said. “We had our limit by about 10 and we made our last cull at 2:20.”

Despite their success, Easter said their day presented early challenges.

“We started off pretty slow; there wasn’t any current in the morning and our fish were (not active),” he said. “Also, we had a 20-minute setback when the spring on our Hot Foot (throttle control) came off. That happened after we reached our first spot and we got it fixed on the water.”

Easter said he and Tanner caught fish shallow and deep. Knowing that the bass are in the process of making their summer offshore move, the anglers employed a mix of flipping and dragging techniques.

“I think our understanding of Garmin LiveScope made a big difference for us today,” Easter said. “We were able to tell how big the fish were, how many there were and if they were set up right.

“We’re going to go do the same thing tomorrow.”

Hammond and Mackey are in the lead for Big Bass honors with their 6-5.

Saturday’s takeoff is scheduled for 5:30 a.m. CT at Beeswax Creek Park. The weigh-in will be held at the park at 1:30 p.m. Full coverage will be available on Bassmaster.com.

The tournament is being hosted by Discover Shelby.

2023 Strike King Bassmaster College Series at Lay Lake presented by Bass Pro Shops 6/9-6/10
Lay Lake, Shelby County AL.
(BOATER) Standings Day 1

Angler Club/School Pts

1. William Hammond – Cabe Mackey Catawba Valley Community College 250
Day 1: 5 16-14 Total: 5 16-14
2. Giancarlo Russo – Florida Gateway College 249
Day 1: 5 15-14 Total: 5 15-14
3. Kayden Tanner – Trevor Easter Tarleton State University 248
Day 1: 5 15-08 Total: 5 15-08
4. Tommy Dunaway – Seth Jones Florida Gateway College 247
Day 1: 5 15-02 Total: 5 15-02
5. Jordan Pennington – Andrew Oswalt University of Montevallo 246
Day 1: 5 14-15 Total: 5 14-15
6. Dakota Posey – Trent Buchholz Lamar State College Orange 245
Day 1: 5 14-13 Total: 5 14-13
7. Tyler Cain – Cole Dodson University of Montevallo 244
Day 1: 5 14-05 Total: 5 14-05
8. Merritt Arnold – Chance Schwartz University of Montevallo 243
Day 1: 5 14-02 Total: 5 14-02
8. Garrett Walters – Reese Walters University of Alabama 243
Day 1: 5 14-02 Total: 5 14-02
10. Carson Calvert – Austin Thomas University of North Alabama 241
Day 1: 5 13-15 Total: 5 13-15
11. Levi Thibodaux – Chance Shelby LSU – Shreveport 240
Day 1: 5 13-14 Total: 5 13-14
12. Taylor McMullen – Emmanuel College 239
Day 1: 5 13-12 Total: 5 13-12
13. Dalton Head – Peyton Harris University of Montevallo 238
Day 1: 5 13-07 Total: 5 13-07
14. Caleb Bridges – Bryan College 237
Day 1: 5 13-06 Total: 5 13-06
15. Garrett Huddleston – Riley Voltz Auburn University 236
Day 1: 5 13-04 Total: 5 13-04
16. Jordan Hampton – Tucker Dottley Bethel University 235
Day 1: 5 13-04 Total: 5 13-04
17. Noah Trant – Evan Howe Northwestern State University (8 234
Day 1: 5 13-02 Total: 5 13-02
18. John Ortman – Stephen Brooks Emmanuel College 233
Day 1: 5 13-01 Total: 5 13-01
18. Hunter Palmer – Eli Stevenson Bryan College 233
Day 1: 5 13-01 Total: 5 13-01
20. Miller Dowling – Parker O’Bryan University of Montevallo 231
Day 1: 5 12-15 Total: 5 12-15
20. Kyle Knoll – Luke Morgan Southern Union State Community C 231
Day 1: 5 12-15 Total: 5 12-15
22. Corbin Templon – Adrian Urso Murray State University 229
Day 1: 5 12-14 Total: 5 12-14
23. Jack Baron – Dakendrick Patterson University of Montevallo 228
Day 1: 5 12-14 Total: 5 12-14
24. Aaron Hawkins – Cooper Mayes Texas A&M University 227
Day 1: 5 12-13 Total: 5 12-13
25. Chase Martin – Jadon Spencer Catawba Valley Community College 226
Day 1: 5 12-12 Total: 5 12-12
26. Zeb Roberts – Dalton Eury Catawba Valley Community College 225
Day 1: 5 12-09 Total: 5 12-09
27. Nick Pemberton – Will Holloway University of Montevallo 224
Day 1: 5 12-09 Total: 5 12-09
28. Benjamin Travis – Brendin Simich Auburn University 223
Day 1: 5 12-05 Total: 5 12-05
28. Wyatt Wood – Max Gosdin University of Montevallo (8716) 223
Day 1: 5 12-05 Total: 5 12-05
30. Hayden Gaddis – Ben Cully Carson-Newman University 221
Day 1: 5 12-02 Total: 5 12-02
30. Justin Latham – Blaine Mattingly campbellsville university 221
Day 1: 5 12-02 Total: 5 12-02
32. Ethan Fields – Jason Qualich Mckendree University (7876) 219
Day 1: 5 12-01 Total: 5 12-01
32. Sellers Odom – Grayson Ball Calhoun Community College (11122 219
Day 1: 5 12-01 Total: 5 12-01
34. Caz Anderson – Will Harris Carson-Newman University 217
Day 1: 5 12-00 Total: 5 12-00
35. Henry Mcpherson – Matthew German University Of Alabama 216
Day 1: 5 12-00 Total: 5 12-00
36. Chase Milholen – Koltyn Harbin Bethel University 215
Day 1: 5 11-15 Total: 5 11-15
36. Drew Pitts – Carter Koza Carson-Newman University 215
Day 1: 5 11-15 Total: 5 11-15
38. Mitch Johnson – Gunner Whitaker Kentucky Christian University 213
Day 1: 5 11-14 Total: 5 11-14
39. Rudy Worley – Blue Mountain College 212
Day 1: 5 11-10 Total: 5 11-10
40. Kai Barnett – Connor Hall McKendree University (8714) 211
Day 1: 5 11-07 Total: 5 11-07
41. Brennan Berglund – Brody Robison University of Montevallo 210
Day 1: 5 11-06 Total: 5 11-06
42. Dalton DeFelice – Connor Tonkel Southwestern Michigan College 209
Day 1: 5 11-06 Total: 5 11-06
43. Trey Dickert III – Andrew Thompson University of Montevallo 208
Day 1: 5 11-05 Total: 5 11-05
43. Connor Green – Skyler Stevens Faulkner University 208
Day 1: 5 11-05 Total: 5 11-05
45. Tyler Hudson – Evan Mcnaughton Western Kentucky University 206
Day 1: 5 11-04 Total: 5 11-04
45. Chandler Pruett – Blue Mountain College 206
Day 1: 5 11-04 Total: 5 11-04
47. Hagan Marlin – Riley Underwood University of Montevallo 204
Day 1: 5 11-03 Total: 5 11-03
48. Mason Phillpotts – Grand Valley State University 203
Day 1: 5 11-02 Total: 5 11-02
49. Isaac Warta – Hunter Jones Middle Tennessee State Universit 202
Day 1: 5 11-01 Total: 5 11-01
49. Colton White – Jack Alexander University of Montevallo 202
Day 1: 5 11-01 Total: 5 11-01
51. William Travis – JL Simmons Bryan College 200
Day 1: 5 11-01 Total: 5 11-01
52. Jake Brown – Walker Brown University of North Alabama 199
Day 1: 5 11-00 Total: 5 11-00
52. Kyle Dillon – Jesse Mull Western Carolina University 199
Day 1: 5 11-00 Total: 5 11-00
52. Braxton Hopper – Walker Whitworth Central Alabama Community Colleg 199
Day 1: 5 11-00 Total: 5 11-00
55. Tim Herrmann – Justin Botts Bryan College 196
Day 1: 5 10-15 Total: 5 10-15
56. Zach Pocos – Tucker Siminak McKendree University 195
Day 1: 5 10-14 Total: 5 10-14
57. Wes Kinard – Preston Parker Shelton State Community College 194
Day 1: 5 10-14 Total: 5 10-14
58. Matt Brault – Dylan Mclaughlin Erskine College 193
Day 1: 5 10-12 Total: 5 10-12
58. Scooter Ligon Jr – Levi Seagraves Emmanuel College (8750) 193
Day 1: 5 10-12 Total: 5 10-12
60. Cole Taylor – Clay Taylor Lander University 191
Day 1: 5 10-11 Total: 5 10-11
61. James Willoughby – University of Montevallo 190
Day 1: 5 10-10 Total: 5 10-10
62. James Broderick – James Neill Mississippi State University 189
Day 1: 5 10-09 Total: 5 10-09
63. Matthew Benson – Spencer Bargfrede Emmanuel College 188
Day 1: 5 10-08 Total: 5 10-08
64. Landon Sexton – Christian Boyd Shelton State Community College 187
Day 1: 5 10-07 Total: 5 10-07
65. Dustin Bauer – Lane Pohlman Campbellsville University 186
Day 1: 5 10-06 Total: 5 10-06
66. Pruitt Lansdale – Matt Short Eastern Kentucky University 185
Day 1: 5 10-05 Total: 5 10-05
67. Christian Wright – Logan East Bryan College 184
Day 1: 5 10-04 Total: 5 10-04
68. Cal Culpepper – Andrew Howell University of Montevallo 183
Day 1: 5 10-03 Total: 5 10-03
69. Walter Trulock – Zach Williams Mississippi State University 182
Day 1: 5 10-02 Total: 5 10-02
70. David Ackerman V – Mackenzie Sanders Erskine College 181
Day 1: 5 10-00 Total: 5 10-00
70. Jeremy Dellinger – Garrett Smith Lander University 181
Day 1: 5 10-00 Total: 5 10-00
70. Harmon Marien – Jack Stephens McKendree University 181
Day 1: 5 10-00 Total: 5 10-00
73. Miles Smith – Zach Henderson Nichols State 178
Day 1: 4 09-14 Total: 4 09-14
74. Hunter Shelton – Bethel (8133) 177
Day 1: 5 09-13 Total: 5 09-13
75. Hunter Keller – Wesley Smith II Catawba Valley Community College 176
Day 1: 5 09-12 Total: 5 09-12
75. Camden Schwieterman – Lloyd Laconsay Auburn University 176
Day 1: 5 09-12 Total: 5 09-12
77. Brandon Berry – Hunter Bright University of Montevallo (8308) 174
Day 1: 5 09-12 Total: 5 09-12
78. Benson Dowler – Benjamin Graves University of North Alabama 173
Day 1: 4 09-12 Total: 4 09-12
79. Brock Bila – Dylan Chambers Drury University 172
Day 1: 5 09-11 Total: 5 09-11
80. Parker Lambert – Aaron Shumaker Lander University 171
Day 1: 5 09-10 Total: 5 09-10
81. River Eubanks – Peyton Sorrow University of Montevallo (8418) 170
Day 1: 5 09-09 Total: 5 09-09
82. Cameron Smith – Thomas Phillips Ohio State University 169
Day 1: 5 09-08 Total: 5 09-08
83. Storm Cline – Gabe Fishlock Carson-Newman University 168
Day 1: 5 09-07 Total: 5 09-07
83. Tyler Finley – Christopher Kistler University of North Alabama 168
Day 1: 5 09-07 Total: 5 09-07
83. Brycen Hendriks – Michael Fugaro The University of North Carolina 168
Day 1: 5 09-07 Total: 5 09-07
86. Joseph Woods – Anthony Cicero IV Bethel University 165
Day 1: 5 09-07 Total: 5 09-07
87. Jake Kimbrough – Tyler Hill Blue Mountain College 164
Day 1: 5 09-06 Total: 5 09-06
88. Brandon Martin – Cole Holloway Emmanuel College 163
Day 1: 5 09-06 Total: 5 09-06
88. Riley Miller – Hayden Parks Shelton State Community College 163
Day 1: 5 09-06 Total: 5 09-06
90. Kyle Hopping – Will Hornsby McKendree University 161
Day 1: 4 09-05 Total: 4 09-05
91. Billy Erdakos – Davis Klimczak Southwest Michigan College 160
Day 1: 5 09-04 Total: 5 09-04
92. Adam Hollingsworth – DJ McEachern University of Alabama 159
Day 1: 5 09-03 Total: 5 09-03
93. Trent Gilmore – Chandler Olivier University of Montevallo (8516) 158
Day 1: 5 09-01 Total: 5 09-01
94. Avery Hammock – Jackson Ford Erskine College 157
Day 1: 5 08-15 Total: 5 08-15
95. Wyatt Pearman – Ridge Rutledge Campbellsville University 156
Day 1: 5 08-14 Total: 5 08-14
96. Fischer Barber – Troy University 155
Day 1: 5 08-13 Total: 5 08-13
96. Eric Noyes – Mason Mitchell II University of Central Oklahoma 155
Day 1: 5 08-13 Total: 5 08-13
98. Austin Smith – Jaden Purkey Carson-Newman University 153
Day 1: 5 08-11 Total: 5 08-11
99. Owen Wheeler – Tyler Dubois Bethel University 152
Day 1: 5 08-11 Total: 5 08-11
100. Jacob Autry – Jackson Kulijof Murray State University 151
Day 1: 5 08-10 Total: 5 08-10
100. Justin Eggers – Lane Bailey Catawba Valley Community College 151
Day 1: 5 08-10 Total: 5 08-10
100. Gage Starks – Hunter Holguin Murray State University 151
Day 1: 5 08-10 Total: 5 08-10
103. Dayne Kobriger – Camden Kozikoski Drury University 148
Day 1: 5 08-09 Total: 5 08-09
104. Jackson Holbert – Kolby Clark University of North Alabama 147
Day 1: 5 08-06 Total: 5 08-06
105. Brandon Leach – Devin Brown Eastern Kentucky Unversity 146
Day 1: 5 08-05 Total: 5 08-05
105. Brendan Vinton – Grant Harris Catawba Valley Community College 146
Day 1: 5 08-05 Total: 5 08-05
107. Brett Hill – Ryan Daugherty Campbellsville University 144
Day 1: 5 08-02 Total: 5 08-02
108. Jake Hope – Alex Nesmith Murray State University 143
Day 1: 5 07-15 Total: 5 07-15
109. Nathan Fideldy – Salina 142
Day 1: 5 07-13 Total: 5 07-13
110. Luke Willis – Brandon Wingo University of South Carolina 141
Day 1: 5 07-08 Total: 5 07-08
111. Jack Schable – Jack Simpson Western Michigan University (87 140
Day 1: 5 07-06 Total: 5 07-06
112. Callaway Robinson – Tucker Pearson Georgia College 139
Day 1: 5 07-06 Total: 5 07-06
113. Brantley Anders – Cameron Dials Kentucky Christian University 138
Day 1: 5 07-05 Total: 5 07-05
114. TJ McKenzie – Emmanuel College 137
Day 1: 4 07-03 Total: 4 07-03
115. Butler Cochran – Bryce Evans University of South Carolina 136
Day 1: 5 07-01 Total: 5 07-01
116. Evan Ludlow – Trevor Wilson Southwestern Michigan college 135
Day 1: 5 06-13 Total: 5 06-13
117. Blake Stringer – Karsten Raney Campbellsville University 134
Day 1: 4 06-07 Total: 4 06-07
118. Brycen Williamson – Tallis Morrison Erskine College 133
Day 1: 4 06-05 Total: 4 06-05
119. Dylan Breaux – Joel Richard Nicholls State University 132
Day 1: 5 06-04 Total: 5 06-04
120. Noah Bryars – Colby Ullery Faulkner University 131
Day 1: 5 06-03 Total: 5 06-03
121. Clay Henderson – Brant Rowland Drury University (8937) 130
Day 1: 5 06-02 Total: 5 06-02
122. Holden Johnson – Sam Schmitz University of North Alabama 129
Day 1: 5 06-01 Total: 5 06-01
123. Victor Alford – Christian Misciagna Bryan College 128
Day 1: 4 06-01 Total: 4 06-01
124. Matthew Wilson – Southern Union State Community C 127
Day 1: 4 05-14 Total: 4 05-14
125. Kaden Buchmann – Lander University 126
Day 1: 3 05-13 Total: 3 05-13
125. Davian Smith – Jordan Turner University of Montevallo 126
Day 1: 3 05-13 Total: 3 05-13
127. Matthew Kahrs – Christopher Kahrs McNeese State University 124
Day 1: 3 05-11 Total: 3 05-11
128. Gabe Brown – Evan Eckstrom University of South Carolina 123
Day 1: 4 05-05 Total: 4 05-05
129. Kolby Kindley – Western Carolina Univeristy 122
Day 1: 3 05-05 Total: 3 05-05
129. Ben Shinkunas – Mason Hill Athens High School 122
Day 1: 3 05-05 Total: 3 05-05
131. Matthew Mcgregor – Wyatt Tomlin West Morgan Fishing Team 120
Day 1: 4 05-02 Total: 4 05-02
132. Gavin Schmitz – Addison Sikes University of Montevallo 119
Day 1: 2 05-02 Total: 2 05-02
133. Roeh Burton – Spencer Brister Lamar State College Orange 118
Day 1: 4 04-15 Total: 4 04-15
134. Malcolm Patton – Kyle Johnson Calhoun Community College 117
Day 1: 4 04-13 Total: 4 04-13
135. William Vickery – Hunter Starling Georgia Southern University 116
Day 1: 3 04-10 Total: 3 04-10
136. Evan Waggener – Colby Joseph Campbellsville University 115
Day 1: 3 04-09 Total: 3 04-09
137. Bryson Caudle – Lucas Hampton Faulkner University 114
Day 1: 4 04-06 Total: 4 04-06
138. Cade Lipham – Caleb Coleman Drury University 113
Day 1: 3 04-04 Total: 3 04-04
139. Reese Melven – Hunter Waldrop University of South Carolina 112
Day 1: 3 04-01 Total: 3 04-01
140. Logan Paul – Luke Champnella Western Michigan University 111
Day 1: 3 04-00 Total: 3 04-00
141. Cole Hadlock – Braiden Koerber Murray State Univeristy 110
Day 1: 3 03-14 Total: 3 03-14
142. Colton Odom – Auburn University 109
Day 1: 3 03-06 Total: 3 03-06
142. Niko Romero – Coleman Bingham Bethel University 109
Day 1: 3 03-06 Total: 3 03-06
144. Drew Faulkenberry – Dawson Carden Emmanual college (8887) 107
Day 1: 2 02-13 Total: 2 02-13
145. Cody Clifton – Missouri State University 106
Day 1: 1 02-13 Total: 1 02-13
146. Joshua Roberts – Josh Roberts 105
Day 1: 2 02-12 Total: 2 02-12
146. John Such – Hayden Fuhr Lander University 0
Day 1: 2 02-12 Total: 2 02-12
148. Brayden Pritchard – Jackson Kelly Central Alabama Community Colleg 103
Day 1: 2 02-08 Total: 2 02-08
149. Sawyer Brady – Dustin Weinberg Blue Mountain Christian Universi 102
Day 1: 1 01-14 Total: 1 01-14
150. Dustin Bargo – Western Kentucky University 0
Day 1: 0 00-00 Total: 0 00-00
150. Cooper Combs – Shelton State Community College 0
Day 1: 0 00-00 Total: 0 00-00
150. Bucky Moore – Ryan Diskin Auburn University 0
Day 1: 0 00-00 Total: 0 00-00
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Totals
Day #Limits #Fish Weight
1 116 683 1413-10
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116 683 1413-10

250
Day 1: 5 16-14 Total: 5 16-14
2. Giancarlo Russo – Florida Gateway College 249
Day 1: 5 15-14 Total: 5 15-14
3. Kayden Tanner – Trevor Easter Tarleton State University 248
Day 1: 5 15-08 Total: 5 15-08
4. Tommy Dunaway – Seth Jones Florida Gateway College 247
Day 1: 5 15-02 Total: 5 15-02
5. Jordan Pennington – Andrew Oswalt University of Montevallo 246
Day 1: 5 14-15 Total: 5 14-15
6. Dakota Posey – Trent Buchholz Lamar State College Orange 245
Day 1: 5 14-13 Total: 5 14-13
7. Tyler Cain – Cole Dodson University of Montevallo 244
Day 1: 5 14-05 Total: 5 14-05
8. Merritt Arnold – Chance Schwartz University of Montevallo 243
Day 1: 5 14-02 Total: 5 14-02
8. Garrett Walters – Reese Walters University of Alabama 243
Day 1: 5 14-02 Total: 5 14-02
10. Carson Calvert – Austin Thomas University of North Alabama 241
Day 1: 5 13-15 Total: 5 13-15
11. Levi Thibodaux – Chance Shelby LSU – Shreveport 240
Day 1: 5 13-14 Total: 5 13-14
12. Taylor McMullen – Emmanuel College 239
Day 1: 5 13-12 Total: 5 13-12
13. Dalton Head – Peyton Harris University of Montevallo 238
Day 1: 5 13-07 Total: 5 13-07
14. Caleb Bridges – Bryan College 237
Day 1: 5 13-06 Total: 5 13-06
15. Garrett Huddleston – Riley Voltz Auburn University 236
Day 1: 5 13-04 Total: 5 13-04
16. Jordan Hampton – Tucker Dottley Bethel University 235
Day 1: 5 13-04 Total: 5 13-04
17. Noah Trant – Evan Howe Northwestern State University (8 234
Day 1: 5 13-02 Total: 5 13-02
18. John Ortman – Stephen Brooks Emmanuel College 233
Day 1: 5 13-01 Total: 5 13-01
18. Hunter Palmer – Eli Stevenson Bryan College 233
Day 1: 5 13-01 Total: 5 13-01
20. Miller Dowling – Parker O’Bryan University of Montevallo 231
Day 1: 5 12-15 Total: 5 12-15
20. Kyle Knoll – Luke Morgan Southern Union State Community C 231
Day 1: 5 12-15 Total: 5 12-15
22. Corbin Templon – Adrian Urso Murray State University 229
Day 1: 5 12-14 Total: 5 12-14
23. Jack Baron – Dakendrick Patterson University of Montevallo 228
Day 1: 5 12-14 Total: 5 12-14
24. Aaron Hawkins – Cooper Mayes Texas A&M University 227
Day 1: 5 12-13 Total: 5 12-13
25. Chase Martin – Jadon Spencer Catawba Valley Community College 226
Day 1: 5 12-12 Total: 5 12-12
26. Zeb Roberts – Dalton Eury Catawba Valley Community College 225
Day 1: 5 12-09 Total: 5 12-09
27. Nick Pemberton – Will Holloway University of Montevallo 224
Day 1: 5 12-09 Total: 5 12-09
28. Benjamin Travis – Brendin Simich Auburn University 223
Day 1: 5 12-05 Total: 5 12-05
28. Wyatt Wood – Max Gosdin University of Montevallo (8716) 223
Day 1: 5 12-05 Total: 5 12-05
30. Hayden Gaddis – Ben Cully Carson-Newman University 221
Day 1: 5 12-02 Total: 5 12-02
30. Justin Latham – Blaine Mattingly campbellsville university 221
Day 1: 5 12-02 Total: 5 12-02
32. Ethan Fields – Jason Qualich Mckendree University (7876) 219
Day 1: 5 12-01 Total: 5 12-01
32. Sellers Odom – Grayson Ball Calhoun Community College (11122 219
Day 1: 5 12-01 Total: 5 12-01
34. Caz Anderson – Will Harris Carson-Newman University 217
Day 1: 5 12-00 Total: 5 12-00
35. Henry Mcpherson – Matthew German University Of Alabama 216
Day 1: 5 12-00 Total: 5 12-00
36. Chase Milholen – Koltyn Harbin Bethel University 215
Day 1: 5 11-15 Total: 5 11-15
36. Drew Pitts – Carter Koza Carson-Newman University 215
Day 1: 5 11-15 Total: 5 11-15
38. Mitch Johnson – Gunner Whitaker Kentucky Christian University 213
Day 1: 5 11-14 Total: 5 11-14
39. Rudy Worley – Blue Mountain College 212
Day 1: 5 11-10 Total: 5 11-10
40. Kai Barnett – Connor Hall McKendree University (8714) 211
Day 1: 5 11-07 Total: 5 11-07
41. Brennan Berglund – Brody Robison University of Montevallo 210
Day 1: 5 11-06 Total: 5 11-06
42. Dalton DeFelice – Connor Tonkel Southwestern Michigan College 209
Day 1: 5 11-06 Total: 5 11-06
43. Trey Dickert III – Andrew Thompson University of Montevallo 208
Day 1: 5 11-05 Total: 5 11-05
43. Connor Green – Skyler Stevens Faulkner University 208
Day 1: 5 11-05 Total: 5 11-05
45. Tyler Hudson – Evan Mcnaughton Western Kentucky University 206
Day 1: 5 11-04 Total: 5 11-04
45. Chandler Pruett – Blue Mountain College 206
Day 1: 5 11-04 Total: 5 11-04
47. Hagan Marlin – Riley Underwood University of Montevallo 204
Day 1: 5 11-03 Total: 5 11-03
48. Mason Phillpotts – Grand Valley State University 203
Day 1: 5 11-02 Total: 5 11-02
49. Isaac Warta – Hunter Jones Middle Tennessee State Universit 202
Day 1: 5 11-01 Total: 5 11-01
49. Colton White – Jack Alexander University of Montevallo 202
Day 1: 5 11-01 Total: 5 11-01
51. William Travis – JL Simmons Bryan College 200
Day 1: 5 11-01 Total: 5 11-01
52. Jake Brown – Walker Brown University of North Alabama 199
Day 1: 5 11-00 Total: 5 11-00
52. Kyle Dillon – Jesse Mull Western Carolina University 199
Day 1: 5 11-00 Total: 5 11-00
52. Braxton Hopper – Walker Whitworth Central Alabama Community Colleg 199
Day 1: 5 11-00 Total: 5 11-00
55. Tim Herrmann – Justin Botts Bryan College 196
Day 1: 5 10-15 Total: 5 10-15
56. Zach Pocos – Tucker Siminak McKendree University 195
Day 1: 5 10-14 Total: 5 10-14
57. Wes Kinard – Preston Parker Shelton State Community College 194
Day 1: 5 10-14 Total: 5 10-14
58. Matt Brault – Dylan Mclaughlin Erskine College 193
Day 1: 5 10-12 Total: 5 10-12
58. Scooter Ligon Jr – Levi Seagraves Emmanuel College (8750) 193
Day 1: 5 10-12 Total: 5 10-12
60. Cole Taylor – Clay Taylor Lander University 191
Day 1: 5 10-11 Total: 5 10-11
61. James Willoughby – University of Montevallo 190
Day 1: 5 10-10 Total: 5 10-10
62. James Broderick – James Neill Mississippi State University 189
Day 1: 5 10-09 Total: 5 10-09
63. Matthew Benson – Spencer Bargfrede Emmanuel College 188
Day 1: 5 10-08 Total: 5 10-08
64. Landon Sexton – Christian Boyd Shelton State Community College 187
Day 1: 5 10-07 Total: 5 10-07
65. Dustin Bauer – Lane Pohlman Campbellsville University 186
Day 1: 5 10-06 Total: 5 10-06
66. Pruitt Lansdale – Matt Short Eastern Kentucky University 185
Day 1: 5 10-05 Total: 5 10-05
67. Christian Wright – Logan East Bryan College 184
Day 1: 5 10-04 Total: 5 10-04
68. Cal Culpepper – Andrew Howell University of Montevallo 183
Day 1: 5 10-03 Total: 5 10-03
69. Walter Trulock – Zach Williams Mississippi State University 182
Day 1: 5 10-02 Total: 5 10-02
70. David Ackerman V – Mackenzie Sanders Erskine College 181
Day 1: 5 10-00 Total: 5 10-00
70. Jeremy Dellinger – Garrett Smith Lander University 181
Day 1: 5 10-00 Total: 5 10-00
70. Harmon Marien – Jack Stephens McKendree University 181
Day 1: 5 10-00 Total: 5 10-00
73. Miles Smith – Zach Henderson Nichols State 178
Day 1: 4 09-14 Total: 4 09-14
74. Hunter Shelton – Bethel (8133) 177
Day 1: 5 09-13 Total: 5 09-13
75. Hunter Keller – Wesley Smith II Catawba Valley Community College 176
Day 1: 5 09-12 Total: 5 09-12
75. Camden Schwieterman – Lloyd Laconsay Auburn University 176
Day 1: 5 09-12 Total: 5 09-12
77. Brandon Berry – Hunter Bright University of Montevallo (8308) 174
Day 1: 5 09-12 Total: 5 09-12
78. Benson Dowler – Benjamin Graves University of North Alabama 173
Day 1: 4 09-12 Total: 4 09-12
79. Brock Bila – Dylan Chambers Drury University 172
Day 1: 5 09-11 Total: 5 09-11
80. Parker Lambert – Aaron Shumaker Lander University 171
Day 1: 5 09-10 Total: 5 09-10
81. River Eubanks – Peyton Sorrow University of Montevallo (8418) 170
Day 1: 5 09-09 Total: 5 09-09
82. Cameron Smith – Thomas Phillips Ohio State University 169
Day 1: 5 09-08 Total: 5 09-08
83. Storm Cline – Gabe Fishlock Carson-Newman University 168
Day 1: 5 09-07 Total: 5 09-07
83. Tyler Finley – Christopher Kistler University of North Alabama 168
Day 1: 5 09-07 Total: 5 09-07
83. Brycen Hendriks – Michael Fugaro The University of North Carolina 168
Day 1: 5 09-07 Total: 5 09-07
86. Joseph Woods – Anthony Cicero IV Bethel University 165
Day 1: 5 09-07 Total: 5 09-07
87. Jake Kimbrough – Tyler Hill Blue Mountain College 164
Day 1: 5 09-06 Total: 5 09-06
88. Brandon Martin – Cole Holloway Emmanuel College 163
Day 1: 5 09-06 Total: 5 09-06
88. Riley Miller – Hayden Parks Shelton State Community College 163
Day 1: 5 09-06 Total: 5 09-06
90. Kyle Hopping – Will Hornsby McKendree University 161
Day 1: 4 09-05 Total: 4 09-05
91. Billy Erdakos – Davis Klimczak Southwest Michigan College 160
Day 1: 5 09-04 Total: 5 09-04
92. Adam Hollingsworth – DJ McEachern University of Alabama 159
Day 1: 5 09-03 Total: 5 09-03
93. Trent Gilmore – Chandler Olivier University of Montevallo (8516) 158
Day 1: 5 09-01 Total: 5 09-01
94. Avery Hammock – Jackson Ford Erskine College 157
Day 1: 5 08-15 Total: 5 08-15
95. Wyatt Pearman – Ridge Rutledge Campbellsville University 156
Day 1: 5 08-14 Total: 5 08-14
96. Fischer Barber – Troy University 155
Day 1: 5 08-13 Total: 5 08-13
96. Eric Noyes – Mason Mitchell II University of Central Oklahoma 155
Day 1: 5 08-13 Total: 5 08-13
98. Austin Smith – Jaden Purkey Carson-Newman University 153
Day 1: 5 08-11 Total: 5 08-11
99. Owen Wheeler – Tyler Dubois Bethel University 152
Day 1: 5 08-11 Total: 5 08-11
100. Jacob Autry – Jackson Kulijof Murray State University 151
Day 1: 5 08-10 Total: 5 08-10
100. Justin Eggers – Lane Bailey Catawba Valley Community College 151
Day 1: 5 08-10 Total: 5 08-10
100. Gage Starks – Hunter Holguin Murray State University 151
Day 1: 5 08-10 Total: 5 08-10
103. Dayne Kobriger – Camden Kozikoski Drury University 148
Day 1: 5 08-09 Total: 5 08-09
104. Jackson Holbert – Kolby Clark University of North Alabama 147
Day 1: 5 08-06 Total: 5 08-06
105. Brandon Leach – Devin Brown Eastern Kentucky Unversity 146
Day 1: 5 08-05 Total: 5 08-05
105. Brendan Vinton – Grant Harris Catawba Valley Community College 146
Day 1: 5 08-05 Total: 5 08-05
107. Brett Hill – Ryan Daugherty Campbellsville University 144
Day 1: 5 08-02 Total: 5 08-02
108. Jake Hope – Alex Nesmith Murray State University 143
Day 1: 5 07-15 Total: 5 07-15
109. Nathan Fideldy – Salina 142
Day 1: 5 07-13 Total: 5 07-13
110. Luke Willis – Brandon Wingo University of South Carolina 141
Day 1: 5 07-08 Total: 5 07-08
111. Jack Schable – Jack Simpson Western Michigan University (87 140
Day 1: 5 07-06 Total: 5 07-06
112. Callaway Robinson – Tucker Pearson Georgia College 139
Day 1: 5 07-06 Total: 5 07-06
113. Brantley Anders – Cameron Dials Kentucky Christian University 138
Day 1: 5 07-05 Total: 5 07-05
114. TJ McKenzie – Emmanuel College 137
Day 1: 4 07-03 Total: 4 07-03
115. Butler Cochran – Bryce Evans University of South Carolina 136
Day 1: 5 07-01 Total: 5 07-01
116. Evan Ludlow – Trevor Wilson Southwestern Michigan college 135
Day 1: 5 06-13 Total: 5 06-13
117. Blake Stringer – Karsten Raney Campbellsville University 134
Day 1: 4 06-07 Total: 4 06-07
118. Brycen Williamson – Tallis Morrison Erskine College 133
Day 1: 4 06-05 Total: 4 06-05
119. Dylan Breaux – Joel Richard Nicholls State University 132
Day 1: 5 06-04 Total: 5 06-04
120. Noah Bryars – Colby Ullery Faulkner University 131
Day 1: 5 06-03 Total: 5 06-03
121. Clay Henderson – Brant Rowland Drury University (8937) 130
Day 1: 5 06-02 Total: 5 06-02
122. Holden Johnson – Sam Schmitz University of North Alabama 129
Day 1: 5 06-01 Total: 5 06-01
123. Victor Alford – Christian Misciagna Bryan College 128
Day 1: 4 06-01 Total: 4 06-01
124. Matthew Wilson – Southern Union State Community C 127
Day 1: 4 05-14 Total: 4 05-14
125. Kaden Buchmann – Lander University 126
Day 1: 3 05-13 Total: 3 05-13
125. Davian Smith – Jordan Turner University of Montevallo 126
Day 1: 3 05-13 Total: 3 05-13
127. Matthew Kahrs – Christopher Kahrs McNeese State University 124
Day 1: 3 05-11 Total: 3 05-11
128. Gabe Brown – Evan Eckstrom University of South Carolina 123
Day 1: 4 05-05 Total: 4 05-05
129. Kolby Kindley – Western Carolina Univeristy 122
Day 1: 3 05-05 Total: 3 05-05
129. Ben Shinkunas – Mason Hill Athens High School 122
Day 1: 3 05-05 Total: 3 05-05
131. Matthew Mcgregor – Wyatt Tomlin West Morgan Fishing Team 120
Day 1: 4 05-02 Total: 4 05-02
132. Gavin Schmitz – Addison Sikes University of Montevallo 119
Day 1: 2 05-02 Total: 2 05-02
133. Roeh Burton – Spencer Brister Lamar State College Orange 118
Day 1: 4 04-15 Total: 4 04-15
134. Malcolm Patton – Kyle Johnson Calhoun Community College 117
Day 1: 4 04-13 Total: 4 04-13
135. William Vickery – Hunter Starling Georgia Southern University 116
Day 1: 3 04-10 Total: 3 04-10
136. Evan Waggener – Colby Joseph Campbellsville University 115
Day 1: 3 04-09 Total: 3 04-09
137. Bryson Caudle – Lucas Hampton Faulkner University 114
Day 1: 4 04-06 Total: 4 04-06
138. Cade Lipham – Caleb Coleman Drury University 113
Day 1: 3 04-04 Total: 3 04-04
139. Reese Melven – Hunter Waldrop University of South Carolina 112
Day 1: 3 04-01 Total: 3 04-01
140. Logan Paul – Luke Champnella Western Michigan University 111
Day 1: 3 04-00 Total: 3 04-00
141. Cole Hadlock – Braiden Koerber Murray State Univeristy 110
Day 1: 3 03-14 Total: 3 03-14
142. Colton Odom – Auburn University 109
Day 1: 3 03-06 Total: 3 03-06
142. Niko Romero – Coleman Bingham Bethel University 109
Day 1: 3 03-06 Total: 3 03-06
144. Drew Faulkenberry – Dawson Carden Emmanual college (8887) 107
Day 1: 2 02-13 Total: 2 02-13
145. Cody Clifton – Missouri State University 106
Day 1: 1 02-13 Total: 1 02-13
146. Joshua Roberts – Josh Roberts 105
Day 1: 2 02-12 Total: 2 02-12
146. John Such – Hayden Fuhr Lander University 0
Day 1: 2 02-12 Total: 2 02-12
148. Brayden Pritchard – Jackson Kelly Central Alabama Community Colleg 103
Day 1: 2 02-08 Total: 2 02-08
149. Sawyer Brady – Dustin Weinberg Blue Mountain Christian Universi 102
Day 1: 1 01-14 Total: 1 01-14
150. Dustin Bargo – Western Kentucky University 0
Day 1: 0 00-00 Total: 0 00-00
150. Cooper Combs – Shelton State Community College 0
Day 1: 0 00-00 Total: 0 00-00
150. Bucky Moore – Ryan Diskin Auburn University 0
Day 1: 0 00-00 Total: 0 00-00
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Totals
Day #Limits #Fish Weight
1 116 683 1413-10
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116 683 1413-10

La Clair goes with the flow to win B.A.S.S. Nation Regional at Potomac River

Brian Carter

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June 9, 2023

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La Clair goes with the flow to win B.A.S.S. Nation Regional at Potomac River

Brian La Clair of Denton, Md., who competed for Team Delaware, has won the 2023 TNT Fireworks B.A.S.S. Nation Northeast Regional at Potomac River with a three-day total of 50 pounds, 10 ounces.

Photo by Grant Moxley/B.A.S.S.

June 9, 2023

La Clair goes with the flow to win B.A.S.S. Nation Regional at Potomac River

CHARLES COUNTY, Md. — From the moment Brian La Clair arrived in Charles County, Md., for the TNT Fireworks B.A.S.S. Nation Northeast Regional at Potomac River, he had a feeling things might go his way.

By staying patient and executing on almost every bite, the Denton, Md., boater was able to capitalize on his hunch and take home the victory with a three-day total of 50 pounds, 10 ounces, outlasting New Jersey’s Manuel Cruz and Maine’s Jonathan Carter.

By finishing at the top of the Delaware state team standings, La Clair will head to his fourth TNT Fireworks B.A.S.S. Nation Championship and compete for a chance to go to his second Academy Sports + Outdoors Bassmaster Classic presented by Toyota. His first Classic appearance came in 2011 in New Orleans.

“It feels good. I’m gonna say this might be one of the biggest tournaments I’ve ever won,” he said. “I have been fishing for a long time and I’ll be honest, I felt like it could happen. I don’t get that feeling too often. You have to go with the flow and see how it all works out. This trophy is really nice. It was a good week. I didn’t lose very many.”

Opening the tournament in third place with 16-12, La Clair caught 17-8 to move into the lead before landing the biggest bag of Championship Friday at 16-6.

One bay served as La Clair’s primary area. His best stretch in that bay featured five docks, a bulkhead and bank grass. Out in front of his best stretch was a sandbar where he saw bream spawning. At low tide, there was only about 8 inches of water. But when the tide moved in, the bass moved in with it to feed on those bream.

Each day it reloaded with bass, but he had to wait for the incoming tide to provide enough water to where he could move mostly undetected through the area with his Lowrance Ghost trolling motor.

“I went out looking for something different because I knew I wasn’t going to win doing what everyone else was doing,” he said. “You have to find strictly big fish, 3 pounds and above. I found a bunch of fish that were using one stretch.

“Those fish bite better when there is more water over the grass. When it was really skinny, they were too spooked. When they got 2 feet of water over their heads, they were good. There was also a depression that ran the length of the bulkhead and it was clean with spotty grass.”

On Day 1, La Clair caught the majority of his bag using a 6-inch glidebait in a bluegill pattern around the docks and bulkhead. On the second and third competition days, La Clair could not generate bites on the big bait and instead utilized a more traditional approach.

He caught the majority of his bass the final two days on a 3/8-ounce green pumpkin Dirty Jigs swim jig paired with a twin-tail trailer and either a weightless Texas-rigged or wacky-rigged Yamamoto Senko in a watermelon laminate color. He also mixed in a 1/4-ounce brown flipping jig.

The final day started a little slower for La Clair, but he watched his co-angler James D’Ambra catch two of the bass he needed to qualify for the Nation Championship. As the tide came in, the bite got better and better until about 11 a.m. Along with his primary spot, he caught bass out of a different grass bed, but could not upgrade anymore.

“I just kept my cool. I knew the bass were going to be there again and they showed themselves today even better,” he said. “It was a good day. I went out calm, cool and collected.”

New Jersey boater Manuel Cruz finished second with a three-day total of 47-14. After leading Day 1 with 17-9, Cruz stumbled slightly on Day 2 with 14-1 and fell to fifth. On the final day, however, Cruz caught 16-4 to claim a spot in the Nation Championship.

“This will be my first championship, which is awesome,” Cruz said. “I am happy and I am ready to go down there.”

During the week, Cruz targeted bream beds. The bream were setting up on the edge of a grass line just off the bank and the Clifton, N.J., native caught most of his Day 1 bag with a frog.

“The bass were feeding up shallow in less than a foot of water,” he said. “I picked up a frog the first day. I figured that would be the best thing that would look like an injured bluegill. They were eating it very well.”

The second day, a popper generated more bites and on the final day, he used the popper as well as a Texas-rigged Senko with a 1/4-ounce weight.

“This morning started off with a hiccup when I lost two right away,” he said. “But I was able to recover. The bite started to slow down later in the day and I had to change gears a little bit. The second half of the day, I put together a decent bag.”

Using some of the lessons he learned fishing the James River in the past, Maine boater Jonathan Carter finished third with a three-day total of 46-3. Carter opened the tournament with 14-14, a tally that unfortunately included a penalty for a culling infraction. He rebounded in a big way on Day 2 by catching 18-5, the biggest bag of the event. He followed that up with 13-0 in the championship round to finish at the top of his state.

Carter focused on isolated grass patches during the week, with one 30-yard area of milfoil producing the majority of his weight. With milfoil edges on either side of a hard spot in 3 feet of water and deeper water access close by, the Portland boater reeled a 1/2-ounce Z-Man Evergreen JackHammer in Hite’s Hot Craw with a green pumpkin Strike King Rage Craw.

“I was looking for grass that wasn’t part of a vast flat,” he said. “More isolated stuff that I could thoroughly fish and target groups of fish. I didn’t find a whole lot. I had one main area and four backups.

“On the first two days, you could pretty much catch them on whatever you wanted to throw.”

On the final day, he switched to a white Z-Man ChatterBait Mini Max with a 2.8 Keitech swimbait trailer.

With a 5-12 largemouth he caught on Day 1, Delaware’s Rodney Oberdick claimed Big Bass of the Tournament honors on the boater side and a $500 check.

Zachary Queeney from New Jersey took home the nonboater championship with a three-day total of 31-0. Starting the tournament with three-bass limits of 10-5 and 7-6 the first two days, Queeney landed the biggest nonboater bag of the tournament on Day 3 with a limit measuring 13-5.

“The bite here is crazy,” he said. “It was something different every day. I had nine rods with nine different baits and got bit on all of them.”

Massachusetts nonboater James D’Ambra finished second with 28-6, followed by fellow Massachusetts angler Rob Ross in third with 27-11. Pennsylvania’s Ross Caruso earned $250 for winning the Big Bass of the Tournament award on the nonboater side with a 5-9 largemouth he caught on the final day.

The top finishing boater and nonboater from each state punched their tickets to the TNT Fireworks B.A.S.S. Nation Championship at Lake Hartwell scheduled for Oct. 18-20. The winner of that event will receive an invite to the 2024 Bassmaster Elite Series roster and the top three anglers will qualify for the 2024 Academy Sports + Outdoors Bassmaster Classic presented by Toyota in Tulsa, Okla.

The tournament was hosted by the Charles County Commissioners.

2023 TNT Fireworks B.A.S.S. Nation Northeastern Regional 6/7-6/10
Potomac River, Charles Co MD.
(BOATER) Standings Day 3

Angler Hometown No./lbs-oz Pts Total $$$

1. Brian La Clair Denton, MD (DE) 15 50-10 0
2. Manuel Cruz Clifton, NJ (NJ) 15 47-14 0
3. Jonathan Carter Portland, ME (ME) 15 46-03 0
4. Jacob Marcantonio Moosup, CT (RI) 15 43-00 0
5. Aaron Green Everett, PA (PA) 15 43-00 0
6. Bill Kanwisher Ramsey, NJ (NJ) 14 42-02 0
7. Harry Colberg Pittsburgh, PA (PA) 14 41-07 0
8. Andrew Sams Easton, MD (MD) 15 41-05 0
9. Conor Cahill Swedesboro, NJ (NJ) 15 41-04 0
10. Phil Coffin Pittsburgh, PA (PA) 15 41-02 0
11. Cliff Humphreys Candler, PA (NJ) 14 41-01 0
12. Jeremy Sadowski Voluntown, CT (RI) 14 40-15 0
13. Lukas Matt Syracuse, NY (NY) 14 40-11 0
14. Keith Cleary Bethel, CT (NY) 15 39-15 0
15. Mickey Soler Newington, CT (CT) 15 39-10 0
16. Thomas Waltz St. Albans, VT (VT) 15 39-02 0
17. Joe Matt Syracuse, NY (NY) 15 38-13 0
18. Andrej Chowaniec Beeton Ontario CANADA ( 15 38-07 0
19. Tyler Conde Chepachet, RI (RI) 15 38-06 0
20. Nathan Quince Imperial, PA (PA) 14 38-01 0
21. Travis Surette Kingston Ontario CANADA 14 37-05 0
22. Matty Szczoczarz Cumberland, RI (RI) 12 37-04 0
23. Tony G Gelardi II Arundel, ME (ME) 13 35-09 0
24. Michael Mello Jr Manville, RI (MA) 14 34-06 0
25. Timothy Dube Nashua , NH (NH) 14 34-04 0
26. Noah Winslow Naugatuck, CT (CT) 13 33-10 0
27. Rodney Oberdick Felton, DE (DE) 12 33-02 0
28. Cameron Rhodes Warwick, RI (RI) 12 32-15 0
29. Keith Cowan Mount Ephraim, NJ (NJ) 11 31-10 0
30. Mark Burgess Norton, MA (MA) 13 31-08 0
31. Michael Nutter La Plata, MD (MD) 11 30-13 0
32. Casey Baroffio Northfield, VT (VT) 13 28-09 0
33. Kevin Miller Hollis, NH (NH) 11 27-06 0
34. Justin Bronson Glenn Dale, MD (MD) 10 26-08 0
35. George Yund Glenmont, NY (NY) 10 26-07 0
36. Nicholas Papotto Cheshire, CT (CT) 10 26-03 0
37. Jeremy Woodall Greenwood, DE (DE) 9 25-15 0
38. Kevin Steinruck Sodus, NY (NY) 10 25-13 0
39. Jason Gramada Les Cedres Quebec CANAD 10 25-12 0
40. Robert Brennan Forked River, NJ (NJ) 9 25-05 0
41. Mark Hogan Milford, DE (DE) 10 25-05 0
42. Robert Smith Farmington, ME (ME) 9 24-15 0
43. Fern Campeau Ottawa Province CANADA 9 24-02 0
44. Jared Leicht Millville, NJ (NJ) 10 23-13 0
45. Chuck Rowlee Fulton, NY (NY) 10 23-13 0
46. Michael Shay Cheshire, CT (CT) 9 23-04 0
47. Todd Rose Stafford Springs, CT (C 9 23-01 0
48. Doug Savino Tyrone, PA (PA) 10 22-15 0
49. Derek Severns Carnegie, PA (PA) 10 22-14 0
50. Ed Riley Jr Woodbine, MD (MD) 8 22-03 0
51. RJ Ricci Cranston, RI (RI) 9 22-03 0
52. Craig Morris Ocean City, DE (DE) 8 21-06 0
53. Bret Winegardner Swanton, MD (MD) 8 21-01 0
54. Scott Robert Greene, ME (ME) 8 20-10 0
55. Fabian Rodriguez Ocean City, MD (DE) 9 20-10 0
56. Ronald Konopka Hampton Falls, NH (NH) 8 20-06 0
57. Nick Deering Portland, ME (ME) 8 20-04 0
58. Amos Dixon Camden Wyoming, DE (DE) 9 20-04 0
59. Ed String Sewell, NJ (NJ) 8 20-03 0
60. Anthony Dulac Harpswell, ME (ME) 8 20-02 0
61. Charles Sim Wasaga Beach Ontario CA 7 20-01 0
62. Jason Vaughn Bridgeville, DE (DE) 7 19-08 0
63. Steven Hannah Woodstown, NJ (NJ) 7 19-06 0
64. Sean Howard Saugus, MA (MA) 9 19-05 0
65. Tom Hardy Penetanguishene Ontario 7 19-04 0
66. Jim Short Ocean Pines, MD (DE) 7 19-01 0
67. Steven Griffith Schellsburg, PA (PA) 8 18-15 0
68. Phil Curtis Rosseau ONTARIO CANADA 9 18-14 0
69. John Jeddry III White Hall, MD (MD) 7 18-12 0
70. Jean-Marie Landry Rutlandpierrefonds Queb 8 18-10 0
71. Tim Talento Meriden, CT (CT) 8 18-06 0
72. David Mathieu Woodstock, CT (VT) 7 18-06 0
73. John DiGennaro Melvin Village, NH (ME) 7 18-04 0
74. Mike Roselle La Plata, MD (MD) 7 18-02 0
75. Dean Diviesti Walden, NY (NY) 8 17-13 0
76. Erick Markstaller Brookfield, CT (CT) 8 17-11 0
77. Michael Duarte Middle River, MD (MD) 7 17-10 0
78. Richard Martin Jr Sparrows Point, MD (MD) 7 17-10 0
79. Sean Mckee IV Haddon Heights, NJ (NJ) 7 17-04 0
80. Kory Dominick Saugus, MA (MA) 7 17-03 0
81. Billy Gilbert Hamburg, NY (NY) 6 16-12 0
82. Kamil Jaskolski Dudley, MA (MA) 6 16-03 0
83. William Barrett Bridgewater, MA (MA) 7 16-01 0
84. Denis Carrier Skowhegan, ME (ME) 7 15-11 0
85. Tim McGlenn Welcome, MD (MD) 6 15-10 0
86. James Loomis III Parish, NY (NY) 7 15-06 0
87. Kevin McPhee Woodlawn Ontario CANADA 6 15-06 0
88. Mo Campbell Harrisburg, NC (MA) 7 15-06 0
89. John Farrand Lewiston, ME (ME) 6 15-01 0
90. Garrett Kruger Monroe, CT (CT) 6 14-15 0
91. Kevin Hagerman Scottdale, PA (PA) 6 14-15 0
92. Michael Zachodny Nashua, NH (NH) 5 14-13 0
93. Andrew Getsy Hastings , PA (PA) 8 14-13 0
94. Dan Konitsky Patton, PA (PA) 6 14-03 0
95. David Tsao Newburyport, MA (NH) 6 13-14 0
96. Jason Roberts Rutland, VT (VT) 5 13-13 0
97. Robert Ramasci Wakefield, MA (MA) 7 13-04 0
98. Patrick Martin St Roch De L Achigan Qu 5 13-01 0
99. Dave Andrews Hudson, MA (NH) 6 12-13 0
100. Robert Pepe Plainville, CT (CT) 5 12-10 0
101. Mathew Koprash North Bay Ontario CANAD 5 12-08 0
102. Neal Wharton Seaford, DE (DE) 5 12-07 0
103. Michael Comeau Alburgh, VT (VT) 6 12-01 0
104. Mario Villegas North Kingstown, RI (RI 5 11-06 0
105. Christian Hogue Blackstone, MA (RI) 5 11-01 0
106. Jim Morris Milford, CT (CT) 4 10-13 0
107. Austin Littler Camden, NY (NY) 5 10-09 0
108. Brian Morin Manchester, NH (NH) 4 09-01 0
109. Ben Hale Rowley, MA (MA) 3 08-11 0
110. John Fortier Sanbornton, NH (NH) 3 07-08 0
111. Joe Burchill Salem, NH (NH) 2 07-05 0
112. Brian Jarvis Coventry, RI (RI) 4 07-03 0
113. David Reiss Westport Island, ME (ME 2 06-10 0
114. Joshua Smith Coventry, RI (RI) 3 06-07 0
115. Tucker Bedard Verner CANADA (ON) 3 06-06 0
116. Aaron Orsi Millbury, MA (MA) 2 04-10 0
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Totals
Day #Limits #Fish Weight
1 61 462 1213-06
2 58 437 1140-14
3 19 136 341-11
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138 1035 2695-15

TEAM STANDINGS Day 3
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State Lbs-Oz
1 NEW JERSEY 475-03
2 PENNSYLVANIA 423-00
3 NEW YORK 384-02
4 CONNECTICUT 366-01
5 RHODE ISLAND 360-11
6 DELAWARE 357-03
7 MARYLAND 342-13
8 MAINE 341-14
9 MASSACHUSETTS 294-03
10 ONTARIO 286-01
11 NEW HAMPSHIRE 249-14
12 VERMONT 201-15

INDIVIDUAL STANDINGS Day 3
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CONNECTICUT
Angler Hometown No./lbs-oz Total $$$
1 Mickey Soler Newington, CT 15 39-10 0
2 Noah Winslow Naugatuck, CT 13 33-10 0
3 Nicholas Papotto Cheshire, CT 10 26-03 0
4 Michael Shay Cheshire, CT 9 23-04 0
5 Todd Rose Stafford Springs, CT 9 23-01 0
6 Tim Talento Meriden, CT 8 18-06 0
7 Erick Markstaller Brookfield, CT 8 17-11 0
8 Garrett Kruger Monroe, CT 6 14-15 0
9 Robert Pepe Plainville, CT 5 12-10 0
10 Jim Morris Milford, CT 4 10-13 0

DELAWARE
Angler Hometown No./lbs-oz Total $$$
1 Brian La Clair Denton, MD 15 50-10 0
2 Rodney Oberdick Felton, DE 12 33-02 0
3 Jeremy Woodall Greenwood, DE 9 25-15 0
4 Mark Hogan Milford, DE 10 25-05 0
5 Craig Morris Ocean City, DE 8 21-06 0
6 Fabian Rodriguez Ocean City, MD 9 20-10 0
7 Amos Dixon Camden Wyoming, DE 9 20-04 0
8 Jason Vaughn Bridgeville, DE 7 19-08 0
9 Jim Short Ocean Pines, MD 7 19-01 0
10 Neal Wharton Seaford, DE 5 12-07 0

MASSACHUSETTS
Angler Hometown No./lbs-oz Total $$$
1 Michael Mello Jr Manville, RI 14 34-06 0
2 Mark Burgess Norton, MA 13 31-08 0
3 Sean Howard Saugus, MA 9 19-05 0
4 Kory Dominick Saugus, MA 7 17-03 0
5 Kamil Jaskolski Dudley, MA 6 16-03 0
6 William Barrett Bridgewater, MA 7 16-01 0
7 Mo Campbell Harrisburg, NC 7 15-06 0
8 Robert Ramasci Wakefield, MA 7 13-04 0
9 Ben Hale Rowley, MA 3 08-11 0
10 Aaron Orsi Millbury, MA 2 04-10 0

MARYLAND
Angler Hometown No./lbs-oz Total $$$
1 Andrew Sams Easton, MD 15 41-05 0
2 Michael Nutter La Plata, MD 11 30-13 0
3 Justin Bronson Glenn Dale, MD 10 26-08 0
4 Ed Riley Jr Woodbine, MD 8 22-03 0
5 Bret Winegardner Swanton, MD 8 21-01 0
6 John Jeddry III White Hall, MD 7 18-12 0
7 Mike Roselle La Plata, MD 7 18-02 0
8 Michael Duarte Middle River, MD 7 17-10 0
9 Richard Martin Jr Sparrows Point, MD 7 17-10 0
10 Tim McGlenn Welcome, MD 6 15-10 0

MAINE
Angler Hometown No./lbs-oz Total $$$
1 Jonathan Carter Portland, ME 15 46-03 0
2 Tony G Gelardi II Arundel, ME 13 35-09 0
3 Robert Smith Farmington, ME 9 24-15 0
4 Scott Robert Greene, ME 8 20-10 0
5 Nick Deering Portland, ME 8 20-04 0
6 Anthony Dulac Harpswell, ME 8 20-02 0
7 John DiGennaro Melvin Village, NH 7 18-04 0
8 Denis Carrier Skowhegan, ME 7 15-11 0
9 John Farrand Lewiston, ME 6 15-01 0
10 David Reiss Westport Island, ME 2 06-10 0

NEW HAMPSHIRE
Angler Hometown No./lbs-oz Total $$$
1 Timothy Dube Nashua , NH 14 34-04 0
2 Kevin Miller Hollis, NH 11 27-06 0
3 Ronald Konopka Hampton Falls, NH 8 20-06 0
4 Michael Zachodny Nashua, NH 5 14-13 0
5 David Tsao Newburyport, MA 6 13-14 0
6 Dave Andrews Hudson, MA 6 12-13 0
7 Brian Morin Manchester, NH 4 09-01 0
8 John Fortier Sanbornton, NH 3 07-08 0
9 Joe Burchill Salem, NH 2 07-05 0

NEW JERSEY
Angler Hometown No./lbs-oz Total $$$
1 Manuel Cruz Clifton, NJ 15 47-14 0
2 Bill Kanwisher Ramsey, NJ 14 42-02 0
3 Conor Cahill Swedesboro, NJ 15 41-04 0
4 Cliff Humphreys Candler, PA 14 41-01 0
5 Keith Cowan Mount Ephraim, NJ 11 31-10 0
6 Robert Brennan Forked River, NJ 9 25-05 0
7 Jared Leicht Millville, NJ 10 23-13 0
8 Ed String Sewell, NJ 8 20-03 0
9 Steven Hannah Woodstown, NJ 7 19-06 0
10 Sean Mckee IV Haddon Heights, NJ 7 17-04 0

NEW YORK
Angler Hometown No./lbs-oz Total $$$
1 Lukas Matt Syracuse, NY 14 40-11 0
2 Keith Cleary Bethel, CT 15 39-15 0
3 Joe Matt Syracuse, NY 15 38-13 0
4 George Yund Glenmont, NY 10 26-07 0
5 Kevin Steinruck Sodus, NY 10 25-13 0
6 Chuck Rowlee Fulton, NY 10 23-13 0
7 Dean Diviesti Walden, NY 8 17-13 0
8 Billy Gilbert Hamburg, NY 6 16-12 0
9 James Loomis III Parish, NY 7 15-06 0
10 Austin Littler Camden, NY 5 10-09 0

PENNSYLVANIA
Angler Hometown No./lbs-oz Total $$$
1 Aaron Green Everett, PA 15 43-00 0
2 Harry Colberg Pittsburgh, PA 14 41-07 0
3 Phil Coffin Pittsburgh, PA 15 41-02 0
4 Nathan Quince Imperial, PA 14 38-01 0
5 Doug Savino Tyrone, PA 10 22-15 0
6 Derek Severns Carnegie, PA 10 22-14 0
7 Steven Griffith Schellsburg, PA 8 18-15 0
8 Kevin Hagerman Scottdale, PA 6 14-15 0
9 Andrew Getsy Hastings , PA 8 14-13 0
10 Dan Konitsky Patton, PA 6 14-03 0

RHODE ISLAND
Angler Hometown No./lbs-oz Total $$$
1 Jacob Marcantonio Moosup, CT 15 43-00 0
2 Jeremy Sadowski Voluntown, CT 14 40-15 0
3 Tyler Conde Chepachet, RI 15 38-06 0
4 Matty Szczoczarz Cumberland, RI 12 37-04 0
5 Cameron Rhodes Warwick, RI 12 32-15 0
6 RJ Ricci Cranston, RI 9 22-03 0
7 Mario Villegas North Kingstown, RI 5 11-06 0
8 Christian Hogue Blackstone, MA 5 11-01 0
9 Brian Jarvis Coventry, RI 4 07-03 0
10 Joshua Smith Coventry, RI 3 06-07 0

VERMONT
Angler Hometown No./lbs-oz Total $$$
1 Thomas Waltz St. Albans, VT 15 39-02 0
2 Casey Baroffio Northfield, VT 13 28-09 0
3 Jean-Marie Landry Rutlandpierrefonds Queb 8 18-10 0
4 David Mathieu Woodstock, CT 7 18-06 0
5 Jason Roberts Rutland, VT 5 13-13 0
6 Patrick Martin St Roch De L Achigan Qu 5 13-01 0
7 Michael Comeau Alburgh, VT 6 12-01 0

ONTARIO
Angler Hometown No./lbs-oz Total $$$
1 Andrej Chowaniec Beeton Ontario CANADA 15 38-07 0
2 Travis Surette Kingston Ontario CANADA 14 37-05 0
3 Jason Gramada Les Cedres Quebec CANAD 10 25-12 0
4 Fern Campeau Ottawa Province CANADA 9 24-02 0
5 Charles Sim Wasaga Beach Ontario CA 7 20-01 0
6 Tom Hardy Penetanguishene Ontario 7 19-04 0
7 Phil Curtis Rosseau ONTARIO CANADA 9 18-14 0
8 Kevin McPhee Woodlawn Ontario CANADA 6 15-06 0
9 Mathew Koprash North Bay Ontario CANAD 5 12-08 0
10 Tucker Bedard Verner CANADA 3 06-06 0

2023 TNT Fireworks B.A.S.S. Nation Northeastern Regional 6/7-6/10
Potomac River, Charles Co MD.
(NON_BOATER) Standings Day 3

Angler Hometown No./lbs-oz Pts Total $$$

1. Zachary Queeney Atco, NJ (NJ) 9 31-00 0
2. James D’Ambra Hanover, MA (MA) 9 28-06 0
3. Rob Ross Hopedale, MA (MA) 9 27-11 0
4. Patrick Staszewski Wayne, NJ (NJ) 8 26-13 0
5. Cooper Haase Duncannon, PA (PA) 9 25-14 0
6. Ross Caruso Pittsburgh, PA (PA) 8 25-01 0
7. Roger Foraker Magnolia, DE (DE) 9 24-05 0
8. Gary Belanger Plainville, CT (CT) 8 23-02 0
9. Mike Bell Ogdensburg, NY (NY) 9 22-13 0
10. Alex Shaffer Brookville, PA (PA) 8 22-07 0
11. Jon Metot Phoenix, NY (NY) 8 22-04 0
12. Bob Jeffrey Prospect, CT (CT) 9 21-15 0
13. Eric Moulton Enfield, NH (NH) 8 21-09 0
14. Paul Baker New Fairfield, CT (CT) 8 21-08 0
15. Ron Stierstorfer Middle River, MD (MD) 8 21-07 0
16. Peter Owen Jr Barnstead, NH (NH) 8 21-01 0
17. Eric Boehm Jr Lumberton, NJ (NJ) 9 21-01 0
18. Mark Mounts Washington, PA (PA) 8 20-14 0
19. Dave Haas Sewell, NJ (NJ) 7 20-14 0
20. Tyler Hawthorne Waynesboro, PA (MD) 8 19-15 0
21. Garrett Sicely Albany, VT (VT) 7 19-13 0
22. David Pfeiffer Milton Mills, NH (ME) 7 19-08 0
23. Bryce Poulin Lisbon, ME (ME) 7 18-09 0
24. Chris Miller Flanders, NJ (NJ) 8 18-07 0
25. Robert Rull Jr Coventry, RI (RI) 7 17-09 0
26. Bob Wetzler Rutland, VT (VT) 7 17-03 0
27. Hayden Kent Denton, MD (DE) 7 16-13 0
28. Steven Conde Chepachet, RI (RI) 6 15-14 0
29. Evan Miller Cumberland, ME (ME) 7 15-08 0
30. Andrew Krauss Seabright CANADA (ON) 6 14-04 0
31. Cameron Norton Cambridge, MA (MA) 6 13-09 0
32. Josh Giran Elizabeth, PA (PA) 5 13-08 0
33. Chris McCarthy Woonsocket, RI (RI) 6 13-05 0
34. Wes Vyverberg Rochester, NY (NY) 5 13-01 0
35. Joe Sodora Garfield, NJ (CT) 5 13-00 0
36. Bobby Smith Laurel, DE (DE) 5 12-15 0
37. Peter Knight Fulton, NY (NY) 5 12-15 0
38. Devin Hines West Haven, CT (CT) 5 12-13 0
39. Joe Devoe Aberdeen, MD (MD) 6 12-07 0
40. Robert Baillargeon Kingston, NH (NH) 5 12-04 0
41. Neil Talento Meriden, CT (CT) 6 12-04 0
42. Mike Krauss Lindsay Ontario CANADA 5 12-02 0
43. Randy Marshall Sr. Belgrade, ME (ME) 5 12-01 0
44. Shane Gagnon Livermore Falls, ME (ME 5 11-12 0
45. Vinny Mucci North Haven, CT (CT) 4 11-11 0
46. Ernest Weathersby Leominster, MA (MA) 5 11-10 0
47. Jacob Zaremski Rochester, NY (NY) 4 11-03 0
48. Charlie Clifford Walkersville, MD (MD) 5 11-02 0
49. Aaron Busch East Syracuse, NY (NY) 5 11-01 0
50. Gregory Ledwell White Marsh, MD (MD) 4 11-01 0
51. Michael Trimarchi Saugus, MA (MA) 5 11-00 0
52. Mike Crepp Alexandria, KY (PA) 5 11-00 0
53. Timothy Rivet Pascoag, RI (RI) 4 10-15 0
54. Michael Stewart Wrentham, MA (NH) 4 10-13 0
55. CJ Tuite Mount Arlington, NJ (NJ 4 10-11 0
56. Paul Decker Milford, PA (NY) 4 10-11 0
57. John Miller Jr Bridgeville, DE (DE) 4 10-08 0
58. Jimmy Eney Baltimore, MD (MD) 4 10-07 0
59. Chris Adams Bow, NH (NH) 4 10-07 0
60. John Nichols Milford, DE (DE) 4 10-05 0
61. Brian Pineau Milford, CT (CT) 4 10-02 0
62. Brent Temple BREWERTON, NY (NY) 4 10-02 0
63. Robert Serer Naugatuck, CT (CT) 3 10-00 0
64. Brandon Regnault Providence, RI (RI) 4 10-00 0
65. Andrew Senecal Putnam, CT (RI) 3 09-15 0
66. Jacob Muir Milford, DE (DE) 4 09-15 0
67. Jerald Conley Franklinville, NJ (NJ) 4 09-08 0
68. Ray Rios Lafayette , NJ (NJ) 3 09-08 0
69. Luis Paredes Milford, CT (CT) 4 09-07 0
70. Bruce Wood Jr Sabattus, ME (ME) 4 09-06 0
71. James Lowe Harrison, ME (ME) 3 09-04 0
72. Tyler Rush Clearville, PA (PA) 4 09-04 0
73. Scott Breichner Hagerstown, MD (PA) 3 09-03 0
74. Jonathan Stewart Manahawkin, NJ (NJ) 4 09-02 0
75. Steven Davis Dover, PA (MD) 4 09-00 0
76. Butch Van Drunen Hardeson, DE (DE) 3 08-14 0
77. Skyler Morris Parkville, MD (MD) 4 08-10 0
78. Logan Riley Westport, MA (MA) 4 08-10 0
79. Julian Felix Fitchburg, MA (RI) 4 08-08 0
80. Christopher Tacelli Smithfield, RI (RI) 3 08-05 0
81. Jon Ruch Jersey City, NJ (NJ) 3 08-05 0
82. Steven Tessier Russell Ontario CANADA 4 08-05 0
83. Toby Cross Bowdoinham, ME (ME) 3 08-03 0
83. Richard Martin Chapeau CANADA (ON) 3 08-03 0
85. Alex Gross Jefferson, NH (NH) 4 08-02 0
86. Dave Metivier Gray, ME (NH) 4 08-01 0
87. Ron Horton Dover, DE (DE) 3 07-15 0
88. Scott Leppanen Byfield, MA (NH) 4 07-15 0
89. Michael Schrader North Attleboro, MA (RI 3 07-13 0
90. Guiseppe Andreoli Foster, RI (RI) 3 07-11 0
91. Lee Corazzi Fredericktown, PA (PA) 3 07-10 0
92. Carl Borelli Highland, NY (NY) 3 07-07 0
93. Tom O’Brien Alfred, ME (ME) 3 07-06 0
94. Olivia Baroffio Northfield, VT (VT) 4 07-04 0
95. Ron Pelkie Jr Fryeburg, ME (ME) 3 07-00 0
96. Sammy Chhoeun Fall River, MA (MA) 3 06-09 0
96. Isaac Hastings Schenectady, NY (NY) 3 06-09 0
98. Dan Marson Elmvale Ontario CANADA 3 06-02 0
99. Michael Trial York, PA (PA) 2 05-14 0
100. Jerry Ramasci Wakefield, MA (MA) 3 05-13 0
101. Jay Walls Milford, DE (DE) 3 05-09 0
102. Tracy Rich North Bay CANADA (ON) 2 05-06 0
103. Dylan Stowe Weybridge, VT (VT) 2 05-05 0
104. Vic Brown II Glen Burnie, MD (MD) 2 04-15 0
105. Greg Decell Bridgewater, VT (VT) 2 04-07 0
106. Jesse Manning Athol, MA (MA) 2 04-06 0
107. Adam Poe Manchester, MD (MD) 2 04-03 0
108. Michael Street Russell Ontario CANADA 2 04-02 0
109. Remi Fanelli Innisfil Ontario CANADA 2 03-14 0
110. Richard Bilodeau Corbeil Ontario CANADA 2 03-08 0
111. Jason Betourney Bridport, VT (VT) 1 02-13 0
112. Jeff Moore Center Barnstead, NH (N 1 02-04 0
113. Anthony Skanes Cambridge Ontario CANAD 1 02-02 0
114. Andrew Dick Wilmington, DE (DE) 1 01-12 0
115. Lynn Gervais Pierrefonds Quebec CANA 1 01-08 0
116. Ryan Parker Lisbon, ME (MA) 0 00-00 0
116. Bob Severns Carnegie, PA (PA) 0 00-00 0
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Totals
Day #Limits #Fish Weight
1 53 229 569-01
2 57 243 622-12
3 16 70 195-04
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126 542 1387-01

TEAM STANDINGS Day 3
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State Lbs-Oz
1 NEW JERSEY 475-03
2 PENNSYLVANIA 423-00
3 NEW YORK 384-02
4 CONNECTICUT 366-01
5 RHODE ISLAND 360-11
6 DELAWARE 357-03
7 MARYLAND 342-13
8 MAINE 341-14
9 MASSACHUSETTS 294-03
10 ONTARIO 286-01
11 NEW HAMPSHIRE 249-14
12 VERMONT 201-15

INDIVIDUAL STANDINGS Day 3
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CONNECTICUT
Angler Hometown No./lbs-oz Total $$$
1 Gary Belanger Plainville, CT 8 23-02 0
2 Bob Jeffrey Prospect, CT 9 21-15 0
3 Paul Baker New Fairfield, CT 8 21-08 0
4 Joe Sodora Garfield, NJ 5 13-00 0
5 Devin Hines West Haven, CT 5 12-13 0
6 Neil Talento Meriden, CT 6 12-04 0
7 Vinny Mucci North Haven, CT 4 11-11 0
8 Brian Pineau Milford, CT 4 10-02 0
9 Robert Serer Naugatuck, CT 3 10-00 0
10 Luis Paredes Milford, CT 4 09-07 0

DELAWARE
Angler Hometown No./lbs-oz Total $$$
1 Roger Foraker Magnolia, DE 9 24-05 0
2 Hayden Kent Denton, MD 7 16-13 0
3 Bobby Smith Laurel, DE 5 12-15 0
4 John Miller Jr Bridgeville, DE 4 10-08 0
5 John Nichols Milford, DE 4 10-05 0
6 Jacob Muir Milford, DE 4 09-15 0
7 Butch Van Drunen Hardeson, DE 3 08-14 0
8 Ron Horton Dover, DE 3 07-15 0
9 Jay Walls Milford, DE 3 05-09 0
10 Andrew Dick Wilmington, DE 1 01-12 0

MASSACHUSETTS
Angler Hometown No./lbs-oz Total $$$
1 James D’Ambra Hanover, MA 9 28-06 0
2 Rob Ross Hopedale, MA 9 27-11 0
3 Cameron Norton Cambridge, MA 6 13-09 0
4 Ernest Weathersby Leominster, MA 5 11-10 0
5 Michael Trimarchi Saugus, MA 5 11-00 0
6 Logan Riley Westport, MA 4 08-10 0
7 Sammy Chhoeun Fall River, MA 3 06-09 0
8 Jerry Ramasci Wakefield, MA 3 05-13 0
9 Jesse Manning Athol, MA 2 04-06 0
10 Ryan Parker Lisbon, ME 0 00-00 0

MARYLAND
Angler Hometown No./lbs-oz Total $$$
1 Ron Stierstorfer Middle River, MD 8 21-07 0
2 Tyler Hawthorne Waynesboro, PA 8 19-15 0
3 Joe Devoe Aberdeen, MD 6 12-07 0
4 Charlie Clifford Walkersville, MD 5 11-02 0
5 Gregory Ledwell White Marsh, MD 4 11-01 0
6 Jimmy Eney Baltimore, MD 4 10-07 0
7 Steven Davis Dover, PA 4 09-00 0
8 Skyler Morris Parkville, MD 4 08-10 0
9 Vic Brown II Glen Burnie, MD 2 04-15 0
10 Adam Poe Manchester, MD 2 04-03 0

MAINE
Angler Hometown No./lbs-oz Total $$$
1 David Pfeiffer Milton Mills, NH 7 19-08 0
2 Bryce Poulin Lisbon, ME 7 18-09 0
3 Evan Miller Cumberland, ME 7 15-08 0
4 Randy Marshall Sr. Belgrade, ME 5 12-01 0
5 Shane Gagnon Livermore Falls, ME 5 11-12 0
6 Bruce Wood Jr Sabattus, ME 4 09-06 0
7 James Lowe Harrison, ME 3 09-04 0
8 Toby Cross Bowdoinham, ME 3 08-03 0
9 Tom O’Brien Alfred, ME 3 07-06 0
10 Ron Pelkie Jr Fryeburg, ME 3 07-00 0

NEW HAMPSHIRE
Angler Hometown No./lbs-oz Total $$$
1 Eric Moulton Enfield, NH 8 21-09 0
2 Peter Owen Jr Barnstead, NH 8 21-01 0
3 Robert Baillargeon Kingston, NH 5 12-04 0
4 Michael Stewart Wrentham, MA 4 10-13 0
5 Chris Adams Bow, NH 4 10-07 0
6 Alex Gross Jefferson, NH 4 08-02 0
7 Dave Metivier Gray, ME 4 08-01 0
8 Scott Leppanen Byfield, MA 4 07-15 0
9 Jeff Moore Center Barnstead, NH 1 02-04 0

NEW JERSEY
Angler Hometown No./lbs-oz Total $$$
1 Zachary Queeney Atco, NJ 9 31-00 0
2 Patrick Staszewski Wayne, NJ 8 26-13 0
3 Eric Boehm Jr Lumberton, NJ 9 21-01 0
4 Dave Haas Sewell, NJ 7 20-14 0
5 Chris Miller Flanders, NJ 8 18-07 0
6 CJ Tuite Mount Arlington, NJ 4 10-11 0
7 Jerald Conley Franklinville, NJ 4 09-08 0
8 Ray Rios Lafayette , NJ 3 09-08 0
9 Jonathan Stewart Manahawkin, NJ 4 09-02 0
10 Jon Ruch Jersey City, NJ 3 08-05 0

NEW YORK
Angler Hometown No./lbs-oz Total $$$
1 Mike Bell Ogdensburg, NY 9 22-13 0
2 Jon Metot Phoenix, NY 8 22-04 0
3 Wes Vyverberg Rochester, NY 5 13-01 0
4 Peter Knight Fulton, NY 5 12-15 0
5 Jacob Zaremski Rochester, NY 4 11-03 0
6 Aaron Busch East Syracuse, NY 5 11-01 0
7 Paul Decker Milford, PA 4 10-11 0
8 Brent Temple BREWERTON, NY 4 10-02 0
9 Carl Borelli Highland, NY 3 07-07 0
10 Isaac Hastings Schenectady, NY 3 06-09 0

PENNSYLVANIA
Angler Hometown No./lbs-oz Total $$$
1 Cooper Haase Duncannon, PA 9 25-14 0
2 Ross Caruso Pittsburgh, PA 8 25-01 0
3 Alex Shaffer Brookville, PA 8 22-07 0
4 Mark Mounts Washington, PA 8 20-14 0
5 Josh Giran Elizabeth, PA 5 13-08 0
6 Mike Crepp Alexandria, KY 5 11-00 0
7 Tyler Rush Clearville, PA 4 09-04 0
8 Scott Breichner Hagerstown, MD 3 09-03 0
9 Lee Corazzi Fredericktown, PA 3 07-10 0
10 Michael Trial York, PA 2 05-14 0
11 Bob Severns Carnegie, PA 0 00-00 0

RHODE ISLAND
Angler Hometown No./lbs-oz Total $$$
1 Robert Rull Jr Coventry, RI 7 17-09 0
2 Steven Conde Chepachet, RI 6 15-14 0
3 Chris McCarthy Woonsocket, RI 6 13-05 0
4 Timothy Rivet Pascoag, RI 4 10-15 0
5 Brandon Regnault Providence, RI 4 10-00 0
6 Andrew Senecal Putnam, CT 3 09-15 0
7 Julian Felix Fitchburg, MA 4 08-08 0
8 Christopher Tacelli Smithfield, RI 3 08-05 0
9 Michael Schrader North Attleboro, MA 3 07-13 0
10 Guiseppe Andreoli Foster, RI 3 07-11 0

VERMONT
Angler Hometown No./lbs-oz Total $$$
1 Garrett Sicely Albany, VT 7 19-13 0
2 Bob Wetzler Rutland, VT 7 17-03 0
3 Olivia Baroffio Northfield, VT 4 07-04 0
4 Dylan Stowe Weybridge, VT 2 05-05 0
5 Greg Decell Bridgewater, VT 2 04-07 0
6 Jason Betourney Bridport, VT 1 02-13 0
7 Lynn Gervais Pierrefonds Quebec CANA 1 01-08 0

ONTARIO
Angler Hometown No./lbs-oz Total $$$
1 Andrew Krauss Seabright CANADA 6 14-04 0
2 Mike Krauss Lindsay Ontario CANADA 5 12-02 0
3 Steven Tessier Russell Ontario CANADA 4 08-05 0
4 Richard Martin Chapeau CANADA 3 08-03 0
5 Dan Marson Elmvale Ontario CANADA 3 06-02 0
6 Tracy Rich North Bay CANADA 2 05-06 0
7 Michael Street Russell Ontario CANADA 2 04-02 0
8 Remi Fanelli Innisfil Ontario CANADA 2 03-14 0
9 Richard Bilodeau Corbeil Ontario CANADA 2 03-08 0
10 Anthony Skanes Cambridge Ontario CANAD 1 02-02 0

Spencer Shuffield Tops Group B at Favorite Fishing Stage Five on Cayuga Lake

Brian Carter

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June 9, 2023

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Spencer Shuffield Tops Group B at Favorite Fishing Stage Five on Cayuga Lake

Hot Springs, Arkansas Pro Paces Group B Qualifying Round with Two-Day Total of 10 Bass Weighing 50-10, Field of 40 Set for Saturday’s Knockout Round

UNION SPRINGS, N.Y. (June 9, 2023) – Bass Pro Tour angler Spencer Shuffield of Hot Springs, Arkansas, caught 13 scorable bass Friday, with his best five weighing 24 pounds, 9 ounces to win the two-day Qualifying Group B round at the Major League Fishing (MLF) Bass Pro Tour Favorite Fishing Stage Five on Cayuga Lake Presented by ATG by Wrangler . Shuffield’s two-day total of 10 bass weighing 50 pounds, 10 ounces, earned him the victory by a 10-ounce margin and advances him, along with the remaining top 20 pros from Group B, into Saturday’s Knockout Round of competition.

Link to HD Video – Fish-Catch Highlights of Group B Qualifying Round Day 2 on Cayuga Lake
Link to Photo Gallery of Group B’s Day 2 Qualifying Round Afternoon Highlights

Cayuga Lake, however, was the real star of the tournament on Friday as the fishery absolutely showed out with numerous limits of huge, healthy smallmouth and largemouth bass being caught. Of the 40 anglers that were competing Friday, 35 of them weighed in five-bass limits greater than 20 pounds – an astonishing figure that had MLFNOW! broadcaster J.T. Kenney calling Cayuga Lake the ‘Big Bass Factory of the North.”

Favorite Fishing pro Matt Becker of Ten Mile, Tennessee, caught a two-day total of 10 bass weighing 50 pounds even to end the round in second- place, and Heavy Hitters 2023 Champion Alton Jones Jr., of Waco, Texas, finished the round in third place with a two-day total of 10 bass weighing 48-12. Day 1 leader Cody Meyer of Star, Idaho, finished the round in fourth place with a two-day total of 10 bass for 47-11. Rounding out the top five was General Tire pro Mark Rose of Wynne, Arkansas, who caught 26-2 on Friday to finish with a two-day total of 10 bass for 47-6 and advance in fifth place.

The remaining 40 anglers – the top 20 from each group – now advance to Saturday’s Knockout Round, where weights are zeroed, and the anglers compete to finish in the top 10 to advance to the Championship Round on Sunday. Weights will carry over from the Knockout Round into the Championship Round, which will feature the final 10 anglers competing for the heaviest two-day cumulative total and the top prize of $100,000.

“Today was a very productive day,” Shuffield said in his post-game interview. “I broke 50 pounds and that’s what I really wanted to do – break 50 with all smallmouth – and we did it. It was a great day, and I can’t wait to get back out here again tomorrow.”

Like the majority of the field, Shuffield sight-fished for smallmouth bass on Friday, and he caught his fish drop-shotting a Strike King Baby Z-Too.

“I’ve been throwing the chartreuse color called siren, but I honestly don’t think color even matters,” Shuffield said. “I threw it on an Ark Reinforcer 7-foot, 3-inch medium-light rod paired with 15-pound Yo-Zuri SuperBraid line and an 8-pound Yo-Zuri T7 Premium fluorocarbon leader. I just worked down the bank, finding big smallmouth on beds.”

After catching his limit, Shuffield was able to spend the rest of the afternoon scouting new areas and looking for smallmouth to target during the Knockout Round.

“I marked probably 8 or 9 more bass over 5 pounds, and one that was for sure over 6+,” Shuffield said. “And the 6-pounder is sneaky, so I feel really good about that one.

“The guy that wins this thing is going to be the guy that finds them again tomorrow in the Knockout Round,” Shuffield went on to say. “The key will be finding a stretch that a bunch of guys aren’t already fishing, and then find 4 to 7 good ones on it. If you can find the smallmouth, they’re absolutely ready and willing to bite. I’m looking forward to it.”

The top 20 pros from Group B that now advance to Saturday’s Knockout Round on Cayuga Lake are:

1st:        Spencer Shuffield, Hot Springs, Ark., 10 bass, 50-10
2nd:       Matt Becker, Ten Mile, Tenn., 10 bass, 50-0
3rd:       Alton Jones Jr., Waco, Texas, 10 bass, 48-12
4th:        Cody Meyer, Star, Idaho, 10 bass, 47-11
5th:        Mark Rose, Wynne, Ark., 10 bass, 47-6
6th:        Dean Rojas, Lake Havasu City, Ariz., 10 bass, 47-3
7th:        Adrian Avena, Vineland, N.J., 10 bass, 47-0
8th:        Jonathon VanDam, Kalamazoo, Mich., 10 bass, 46-6
9th:        David Dudley, Lynchburg, Va., 10 bass, 45-2
10th:     Casey Ashley, Donalds, S.C., 10 bass, 44-12
11th:     Takahiro Omori, Tokyo, Japan, 10 bass, 44-9
12th:     Greg Vinson, Wetumpka, Ala., 10 bass, 44-3
13th:     Ott DeFoe, Blaine, Tenn., 10 bass, 44-3
14th:     Terry Scroggins, San Mateo, Fla., 10 bass, 44-1
15th:     Chris Lane, Guntersville, Ala., 10 bass, 44-0
16th:     Jordan Lee, Cullman, Ala., 10 bass, 43-6
17th:     Marty Robinson, Lyman, S.C., 10 bass, 43-1
18th:     Cole Floyd, Leesburg, Ohio, 10 bass, 42-12
19th:     Anthony Gagliardi, Prosperity, S.C., 10 bass, 42-7
20th:     Andy Montgomery, Blacksburg, S.C., 10 bass, 42-6

Eliminated from competition are:

21st:      Andy Morgan, Dayton, Tenn., 10 bass, 42-2
22nd:    Dave Lefebre, Erie, Pa., 10 bass, 41-10
23rd:     Bryan Thrift, Shelby, N.C., 10 bass, 41-3
24th:     Michael Neal, Dayton, Tenn., 10 bass, 41-2
25th:     Boyd Duckett, Guntersville, Ala., 10 bass, 40-12
26th:     Cliff Crochet, Pierre Part, La., 10 bass, 40-10
27th:     Fletcher Shryock, Guntersville, Ala., 10 bass, 40-10
28th:     James Watson, Lampe, Mo., 10 bass, 40-9
29th:     Josh Butler, Hayden, Ala., 10 bass, 40-7
30th:     Britt Myers, Lake Wylie, S.C., five bass, 39-15
31st:      Mitch Crane, Columbus, Miss., eight bass, 39-8
32nd:    Randy Howell, Guntersville, Ala., 10 bass, 39-8
33rd:     Randall Tharp, Port Saint Joe, Fla., 10 bass, 39-0
34th:     Ryan Salzman, Huntsville, Ala., 10 bass, 38-9
35th:     Kelly Jordon, Flint, Texas, 10 bass, 37-12
36th:     Wesley Strader, Spring City, Tenn., 10 bass, 37-11
37th:     David Walker, Sevierville, Tenn., 10 bass, 35-15
38th:     Timmy Horton, Muscle Shoals, Ala., 10 bass, 35-10
39th:     Brent Chapman, Lake Quivira, Kan., 10 bass, 33-2
40th:     Roy Hawk, Lake Havasu City, Ariz., eight bass, 30-15

A complete list of results can be found at MajorLeagueFishing.com.

Overall, there were 319 scorable bass weighing 1,251 pounds, 1 ounce caught by the 40 pros Friday, which included 55 5-pounders, four 6-pounders and two 7-pounders.

Friday’s $1,000 Berkley Big Bass Award was awarded to pro Takahiro Omori, who weighed in a 7-pound, 2-ounce smallmouth which bit his drop-shot rig in Period 2. Berkley awards $1,000 to the angler who weighs the heaviest bass each day, and a $3,000 bonus to the angler who weighs the heaviest bass of the tournament.

The six-day bass-fishing event showcases 80 of the top professional anglers in the world, competing for a purse of more than $805,000, including a top payout of $100,000 and valuable Angler of the Year (AOY) points in hopes of qualifying for the General Tire Heavy Hitters All-Star event and REDCREST 2024, the Bass Pro Tour championship.

The 40 Anglers in Group A competed in their two-day qualifying round on Tuesday and Thursday – the 40 anglers in Group B on Wednesday and Friday. Now that each two-day qualifying round is complete, the top 20 anglers from each group advance to Saturday’s Knockout Round. In the Knockout Round, weights are zeroed, and the remaining 40 anglers compete to finish in the top 10 to advance to the Championship Round. In Sunday’s final day Championship Round, weight carries over from the Knockout Round and the angler with the heaviest two-day total wins the top prize of $100,000.

Anglers will launch each day at 7:30 a.m. ET each day from Frontenac Park, located at 15 Creamery Road in Union Springs. Each day’s General Tire Takeout will be held at the park beginning at 4 p.m. Fans are welcome to attend all launch and takeout events and also encouraged to follow the event online throughout the day on the MLFNOW! live stream and SCORETRACKER® coverage at MajorLeagueFishing.com.

As part of the event, on Saturday, June 10 and Sunday, June 11 the MLF Fan Experience will be taking place at Bass Pro Shops, located at 1579 Clark Street Road in Auburn, New York, from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. MLF will welcome fans of all ages to celebrate fishing and the outdoors. Fans can hang out and watch the pros live on the MLFNOW! big screen during the MLF Watch Party. On Sunday at 5 p.m., the final 10 Championship Round Bass Pro Tour anglers will be on hand for the trophy celebration and to meet and greet fans, sign autographs, and take selfies.

The Favorite Fishing Stage Five at Cayuga Lake Presented by ATG by Wrangler features pros competing using the MLF catch, weigh, immediate-release format, with each angler’s five (5) heaviest bass per day tallied as their day’s weight. Anglers strive to catch their heaviest five fish each day, while also feeling the pressure and intensity of the live scoring SCORETRACKER® leaderboard. Minimum weights are determined individually for each competition waters that the Bass Pro Tour visits, based on the productivity, bass population and anticipated average size of fish in each fishery.

The 2023 MLF Bass Pro Tour features a field of 80 of the top professional anglers in the world competing across seven regular-season tournaments around the country, fishing for millions of dollars and valuable points to qualify for the annual General Tire Heavy Hitters all-star event and REDCREST 2024, the Bass Pro Tour championship, held March 13-17, 2024, on Lay Lake in Birmingham, Alabama.

The MLFNOW! broadcast team of Chad McKee, Marty Stone and J.T. Kenney will break down the extended action live on all six days of competition from 7:45 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. ET. MLFNOW! will be live streamed on MajorLeagueFishing.com and the MyOutdoorTV (MOTV) app.

Television coverage of the Favorite Fishing Stage Five at Cayuga Lake Presented by ATG by Wrangler will air as two, two-hour episodes starting at 7 a.m. ET, on Saturday, Oct. 21 and Saturday, Oct. 28 on the Discovery Channel. New MLF episodes premiere each Saturday morning on Discovery, with re-airings on the Outdoor Channel.

Proud sponsors of the 2023 MLF Bass Pro Tour include: 13 Fishing, Abu Garcia, Ark Fishing, ATG + Wrangler, B&W Trailer Hitches, Bally Bet, Bass Cat Boats, Bass Pro Shops, Berkley, Black Rifle Coffee, Daiwa, Epic Baits, Favorite Fishing, Ferguson, Fox Rent A Car, General Tire, Grundéns, Humminbird, Lowrance, Minn Kota, Mercury, Mossy Oak, Onyx, Power-Pole, Rapala, Star tron, T-H Marine, TORO, Toyota, U.S. Air Force, Yellowstone Bourbon, Yo-Zuri and Zoom Baits.

For complete details and updated information on Major League Fishing and the Bass Pro Tour, visit MajorLeagueFishing.com. For regular updates, photos, tournament news and more, follow MLF’s social media outlets at Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.

FISH THE BANK TO CATCH MORE BASS! By Fresh Baitz

Brian Carter

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June 9, 2023

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FISH THE BANK TO CATCH MORE BASS! By Fresh Baitz

Fishing the banks for bass has long been a popular and effective technique among anglers. The history of bank fishing for bass can be traced back to the early days of angling, when fishermen realized that bass often congregate near the shorelines in search of food and shelter. Over the years, this technique has proven to be highly successful in targeting bass, and it continues to be widely practiced today. In this discussion, we will explore the reasons behind the effectiveness of bank fishing for bass and delve into various tactics using soft plastic baits like Scorpions, Lizards, HellaMites, and Worms. One of the primary reasons bank fishing is so effective for bass is that it allows anglers to target fish in relatively shallow water. Bass are known to inhabit areas close to the shorelines, particularly during certain times of the year such as spawning season or when they are actively feeding. By fishing the banks, anglers can access these prime locations where bass are often found, maximizing their chances of success. Bank fishing also offers anglers the advantage of being able to cover a large amount of water in a relatively short period. By systematically working their way along the shoreline, anglers can explore various features such as points, laydowns, docks, and vegetation, all of which are known to attract bass. This method allows for efficient and targeted fishing, increasing the likelihood of encountering actively feeding fish.Scorpions are a versatile type of lure that can be used to target a variety of fish species, including bass. We like to use bait that bass simply can’t resist. We use our FreshBaitz Scorpion because it closely imitates a crawfish. Our Fresh Scorpion paired with a Stand-up jig is deadly… This bait will actually sit upright in a defensive stance! The Scorpion is a revolutionary new look to soft plastics. This bait not only appears natural to fish but gives them something to become curious about. Each Fresh Scorpion has a unique and exclusive 3-axis tail design that is engineered like no other soft plastic bait. Made from high-grade non-salt plastic to provide superior life-like action that triggers MORE strikes! Scented for complete and total attraction! Whether you’re a seasoned angler or just starting out, the Fresh Scorpion is a must-have bait in your tackle box. Use it to target bass all year round and watch as it outperforms other baits.

Soft plastic baits, such as Scorpions, Lizards, HellaMites, and Worms, are highly effective in bank fishing for bass. These baits mimic natural prey items of bass and can be rigged in various ways to suit the conditions and angler preferences. The soft and lifelike appearance of these baits often triggers a predatory response in bass, enticing them to strike. When using soft plastic baits for bank fishing, one popular tactic is to Texas rig the bait. This involves inserting the point of the hook into the head of the bait and then burying it within the body, making it weedless and allowing it to be cast into cover without snagging. Texas rigging is particularly effective when fishing around vegetation, laydowns, or other areas with potential snags. Another effective tactic is to rig the soft plastic bait on a shaky head jig. The shaky head jig adds a subtle shaking or wobbling action to the bait, which can be highly enticing to bass. This technique is especially effective when fishing rocky areas or when the fish are less active and require a more finesse presentation.The new Fresh Baitz Lizard delivers a realistic profile that excels in both power and finesse techniques. The unique forward-facing leg design creates drag that holds it in the strike zone longer or produces wild flapping action with every pull of the rod. Additionally, its slightly ribbed solid body and large head hold your hook in place and provide much better weedless performance making it the ideal bait in any condition. The superior 5.5-inch profile stretches to a whole 7 inches! Perfect for predatory fish including bass year round. The Fresh Baitz Lizard is made from durable high-grade Non-Salted plastic for maximum attention-grabbing action.

When fishing the banks with soft plastic baits, it is important to pay attention to the structure and cover present. Bass often relate to specific features such as submerged rocks, fallen trees, or weed beds. By casting accurately to these areas and working the bait slowly, anglers can effectively target bass in their preferred habitats. For example, if there is a fallen tree along the bank, a Texas-rigged soft plastic bait can be cast close to the structure and slowly dragged or hopped back towards the angler. This technique imitates a natural prey item moving along the bottom, enticing bass to strike. Similarly, when fishing around weed beds, a soft plastic bait can be rigged weedless and cast into open pockets or along the edges of the vegetation. The bait can be retrieved with a slow and steady retrieve or with occasional pauses and twitches to mimic injured or fleeing prey, triggering a reaction bite from nearby bass.Each Fresh HellaMite is scented for complete and total attraction underwater along with being made in the USA by real fishermen just like you. Our newest Invisible HellaMite is an effective bait for various reasons, starting with its transparency, which makes it look like a natural prey item in the water. When the water is clear, the fish can see the bait more clearly, and a clear HellaMite is more likely to look like real food, increasing the likelihood of a strike. There’s a limited supply of our clear HellaMites so you better act fast! If you’re fast enough then you’ll be able to grab some Perch HellaMites before they end up selling out again! The supply won’t last long so don’t wait for another second.

In areas with rocky banks or points, a shaky head jig rigged with a soft plastic bait can be an effective choice. The bait can be hopped or dragged along the bottom, imitating a crawfish or other bottom-dwelling creature. This presentation often proves irresistible to bass lurking in those areas. Furthermore, when targeting bass in clear water conditions, using soft plastic baits in natural colors that closely resemble the local forage can increase effectiveness. Green pumpkin, watermelon, and natural browns are often reliable choices. In murkier water, baits in brighter or contrasting colors like chartreuse or black and blue can help increase visibility and draw strikes from bass. It’s important to note that successful bank fishing for bass also relies on understanding the seasonal patterns and behavior of the fish. During the pre-spawn and spawning periods, bass often move into shallower water and can be found near the banks. Targeting areas with suitable spawning habitat, such as gravel or hard bottom, can lead to great success during these times.Using a stick-styled worm is the most tried and true ways to catch fish. We have a wide variety of 5-inch Fresh Worms to choose from, but we’ve recently released new 6-inch Worms that catch some trophies. Charmeleon, Rainbow TRT, Bone, Chocolate Mint, and Fire TGR are all available in 5 and 6-inch. The high-grade non-salt plastic they’re made from provides positive buoyancy and it even floats underwater! We’ve also recently released new 8-count packs of worms available in Watermelon Red, Black & Blue, and Green Pumpkin. We also offer worms that have the unique ability to shift from one color to another under different lighting conditions. Each Worm is scented for complete and total attraction and made in the USA by anglers just like you!

In the post-spawn and summer months, bass tend to move to deeper water but can still be caught near the banks early in the morning or during low light conditions. As the day progresses, they may retreat to shaded areas or cover, such as docks or overhanging trees. By focusing on these spots and presenting soft plastic baits effectively, anglers can continue to find success throughout the day. In the fall, as bass prepare for winter, they often feed heavily to build up their energy reserves. Bank fishing during this time can be highly productive, as bass aggressively target schools of baitfish near the shorelines. Soft plastic baits resembling baitfish, such as swimbaits or flukes, can be effective choices for imitating this natural prey and enticing bass to strike. In conclusion, fishing the banks for bass has a rich history and remains a highly effective technique today. By understanding the behavior of bass and employing various tactics, such as Texas rigging, shaky head jigging, and adapting to seasonal patterns, anglers can consistently catch bass while bank fishing. So grab your gear, head to the nearest shoreline, and give bank fishing for bass a try. You might be rewarded with some exciting catches and memorable fishing experiences.We have a wide variety of terminal tackle to choose from. For Scorpions we love to use the Stand-Up Jig because it sits your bait up-right in a defensive stance! When using a lizard we like using an All Purpose Hook which is built with an extra-wide gap and is made to accommodate a wide range of soft plastics. This hook has a z-lock shoulder bend feature that holds baits firmly in place working through and covering. Also has a super needle point technology that ensures its sharp penetrating power performs. Mosquito Hooks work for drop-shotting and are designed to accommodate a wide range of soft plastics. The Block Head Jig is perfect for ned rigging with its mushroom-style head that seamlessly matches a wide variety of soft plastics such as lizards and worms. The Shakey Ultrahead can permanently secure baits by inserting the pin in the center and screwing the twist lock coil spring for perfect rigging every time! The Ultrahead Wacky Jig features precise weight positioning and hook orientation for the ultimate wacky presentations.

Orange sets another Bassmaster Elite attendance record

Brian Carter

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June 9, 2023

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Orange sets another Bassmaster Elite attendance record

Folds of Honor Bassmaster Elite at Sabine River champion Brock Mosley celebrates with the record-breaking crowd at Orange, Texas. The event set a new Elite Series attendance record, drawing 42,448 fans to events throughout the week.

Photo by Shane Durrance/B.A.S.S.

June 9, 2023

Orange sets another Bassmaster Elite attendance record

ORANGE, Texas — The 2023 Folds of Honor Bassmaster Elite at Sabine River is officially an event for the record books. Local officials announced a total of 42,448 attended events throughout the week, which included not only takeoffs and weigh-in festivities, but an outdoors expo, the Orange County River Festival and nightly concerts featuring Casey Chesnutt, The Molly Ringwalds, Cole Whittlesey and legendary Texas act the Randy Rogers Band.

“We are very proud that we set a record once again in attendance for the Bassmaster Elite Series on the Sabine,” said Ida Schossow, president of the Greater Orange Area Chamber of Commerce, which hosted the event. “This community never ceases to amaze me! They love the event, and they continue to show up to support B.A.S.S. and the anglers. Our relationship over the past 10 years with B.A.S.S has been fantastic, and we are looking forward to bringing future events to Orange County.”

Event co-chair David Jones echoed the excitement and thanked the many volunteers from across the region who helped to carry out the long-term vision of success that began 10 years ago.

“I’m ecstatic to hear we beat our record once again,” said Jones. “The spirit of the southeast Texas community never ceases to amaze me. They are tough, resilient and always deliver. They have overcome so much over the years from recessions, several hurricanes, floods and even a pandemic. They always unite and come out on top.

“When you bring a great organization like Bassmaster to town — along with professional anglers, entertainment, food and fun — then pour some of that southeast Texas, Orange County love on, it becomes a catalyst for success. Some call it magic, I call it the ‘Bassmaster Fever!’ We did it again! I am beyond proud of our community and incredibly thankful to our committee, sponsors and all our volunteers that truly made this event incredibly successful. Thank you Orange County! Let’s continue to grow.”

Previous Elite events in Orange, Texas, have also drawn record-breaking crowds — in four previous visits, the crowds totaled more than 136,000. In fact, Orange currently holds five of the Top 10 highest-attended Elite Series events of all time.

“Our partnership with Bassmaster and Folds of Honor has once again set the record for attendance at an Elite Series tournament, which continues to show our citizens’ commitment and support of the great sport of professional bass fishing,” said Orange County Judge John Gothia. “The hard work of our committee and volunteers insured another family fun experience which continues to grow this fantastic sport. We look forward to hosting another event in the future.”

Over the past decade, Orange has hosted six major B.A.S.S. events — five Bassmaster Elite Series tournaments and a St. Croix Bassmaster Opens Series derby.

“The event marked the 10th anniversary of our great relationship with Orange,” said Eric Lopez, director of operations for B.A.S.S. “It’s amazing to see how the entire town and communities across southeast Texas come together to put on a huge party welcoming B.A.S.S. and our anglers. We are extremely grateful to everyone involved in making this our biggest event ever.”

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Jason & Danny Houchins Win 5 Alive/ Foundations Xperts Kerr Trail Tournament #3 – 6/4/2023

Brian Carter

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June 9, 2023

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5 Alive/ Foundations Xperts Kerr Trail Tournament #3 – 6/4/2023

We had our 3rd tournament of the year last Sunday for the Foundations Xperts Kerr Trail. We had 21 teams show up Sunday to try and figure out the tough bite at Kerr Lake. Started out windy with a little rain but gave way to calmer winds and sunshine. At the end of the day it was the team of Jason Houchins and Danny Houchins that took home the WIN. They had a 5 fish limit weighing 14.07 pounds. That earned them $1000.00 with TWT. That was a really good bag for the way that lake has been fishing. Good job guys!! They were followed by the team of Thomas & Grant with a 5 fish limit weighing 12.90 pounds. That earned them $500.00 with TWT. Big fish was won by the 4th place finishing team of Warren & Calloway with a 5.46 pound bass. That earned them $210.00. Big Congratulations to all the teams that placed in the money!

We want to say Thank You to all of the teams that came out Sunday to fish with us.

The next two tournaments for the Foundations Xperts Kerr Trail will be on Saturday 6/24/2023 and Sunday 6/25/2023 with both tournaments going out of Occoneechee Ramp. That Sunday the points Winners will receive $1000.00. Good luck to all that are in the hunt for that.

If anyone wants to pre register contact me Kevin Sheppard at 336-264-8416 and I will get you the information you need to make it happen. Thanks!

Jeff & Clay Ross Win 5 Alive Team Trail/Caswell Glass Heritage Trail Qualifier #6 Kerr Lake – 6/3/2023

Brian Carter

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June 9, 2023

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5 Alive Team Trail/Caswell Glass Heritage Trail Qualifier #6
Kerr Lake – 6/3/2023

It seems like we just had our first Qualifier of the year and just like that we’re done with the Regular season for the 5 Alive Team Trail $5000.00 Trail & the Caswell Glass Heritage Trail.We want to start of by saying THANK YOU to everyone that has fished with us this year. We hope yall enjoyed it as much as we did.
We had 66 teams come and fish Saturday at what has been a very tough Kerr Lake. When it was all said and done it was the team of Jeff & Clay Ross that topped the 66 boat field. They had a 5 fish limit weighing 15.28 pounds. That bag earned them $2070.00 with TWT. They also get the Nitro Contingency money worth $8000.00 bringing their total to $10,070.0

If you keep up with any of the tournaments at Kerr Lake you know this team is very accomplished and Good guys! BIG CONGRATULATIONS! to them. They were followed by our reigning 2022 – 5 Alive Team Trail Points Champions Tony Fox & Patrick Wooten. They had a 5 fish limit weighing 15.12 pounds. Yep !! 1 ounce was the difference between 1st and 2nd place. That bag earned them $975.00 with TWT. GOOD JOB
GUYS!

Onto the Caswell Glass Heritage Trail.
We had 5 teams fish Saturday in the adult / kid division. It was the team of J.D. Talley and Chris Glosson that took home the WIN. That’s back to back for those boys! They had a 5 fish limit weighing 10.83 pounds earning them winners plaques, two Favorite Fishing rods and two $50.00 gift cards donated by Tarheel Flooring. Good job fellas! They were followed by the team of Ross Oliver & Ethan Larabee with a 5 fish limit weighing 10.77 pounds. That earned the two $25.00 gift cards Donated by Bobcats Bait and Tackle

We also crowned the new 2023 – 5 Alive Team Trail Points Champions Saturday. This year we had a first in both the 5 Alive Team Trail & the Caswell Glass Heritage Trail. The same team won both Team Trails Points Championships. The team of Ross Oliver & Ethan Larabee ( a father son team) took home the title in both divisions this year and they also won the Jordan Lake Qualifier this year and a couple of the Heritage Trail tournaments also. They are also the reigning 2022 Caswell Glass Heritage Trail Points Champions. Guys this is a very impressive feat that no one has done till now and yall should be very proud of what yall have accomplished!! We are very proud to have yall as the 2023 – 5 Alive Team Trail/Caswell Glass Heritage Trail Points Champions

We know yall will represent the 2 trails well as all of our previous Champions have done. Oh by the way this is what they got for winning both Points Championships.
They got!
-$1200.00 check
-5 Alive Team Trail Points Champions coats
-5 Alive Team Trail Points Champions plaques
-Free Entry fee’s to all of the 2024 Qualifiers
-The #1 starting position in all of the 2024 Qualifiers
-Caswell Glass Heritage Trail Points Champions plaques.
-Caswell Glass Heritage Trail Points Champions coats.
-Caswell Glass Heritage Trail hats
Free Entry fee to the 2023 – $5000.00 Championship at
Gaston Lake in October.
That’s $2625.00 worth of money,prizes and entry fees!!

We had our first year for the Countryside Service Center FAT 5 Division this year.
This was a fun Division to watch unfold through out the year and the weights were close for the top 2 teams at the end. When it was all said and done it was the team of Anthony Frances and Cody Backus that took home the trophy belts and the $1000.00 check. They had a five fish limit for the season weighing 27.2 pounds. They also won the Big Fish for the year in the FAT 5 Division earning them another $250.00 totaling $1250.00. Them guys wanted this bad! They were the first team to sign up for it and they watched the board eagerly at each weigh in. Congrats Guys!! They were followed by the team of Bobby Carter and Craig Hall with a five fish limit weighing 26.27 pounds for the season. That earned them $500.00. The 3rd place team and last payout spot for this division went to the team of Barney Compton and Dustin Turner with a five fish limit for the season weighing 21.77 pounds. That earned them $250.00. Great job and congratulations to all 3 teams that took home the money.

Our last Caymas/ NC Marine Sales top finishing Caymas Money for the season went to Shane Doughtie earning him $300.00 Congrats Shane! It pays to be in a Caymas! If you want to see a new Caymas or purchase one go see my man Brandon Patrick the owner at NC Marine and he will set you up!

When it was all said and done there was a total of $11,185.00 of money and prizes given out Saturday

I also want to give a BIG SHOUT out to what we call our Young Guns team. The team of J.D. Talley and Chris Glosson (AKA Squirrel).
These 2 fished solid all year and came on strong at the end of the year to finish in 2nd place in both trails. Guys be proud of what yall did because yall beat alot of very good accomplished teams this year and I see nothing but BIG things in yalls future.!! Yall keep them lines wet and that hair fluffed up!!!

They know what I’m talking about. Lol!

We want to say THANK YOU to all of the 2023 Sponsors. Without them this Trail would not happen. Check them out in the pictures and if there is any of their services you need please contact them and I promise you they will take care of you.

I also want to recognize my team that makes these trails go as smooth as they do!
Krystal Kirby Sheppard ( the wife!)
Shane Brantley
Jessica Turner Byrd
Chris Byrd
Carie Brantley
AVA Brantley
Clem Warren
Charlie Franklin
Nathan Talley ( not sure he knew we were going to put him to work this year)

I sure hope they all Love it because if they leave I’m done!

Results.
1st. Ross & Ross- 15.28 pounds-$2070.00 TWT
2nd. Fox & Wooten- 15.12 pounds- $975.00 TWT
3rd. Stallings & Grant- 14.58 pounds- $770.00 TWT
4th. Butts & Hammock- 14.41 pounds- $375.00
5th. Moore & Bowman- 13.55 pounds- $295.00
6th. Brown & Wimbish- 13.43 pounds- $260.00
7th. Wilson & Ayers- 12.92 pounds- $245.00
8th. Weaver & Edward’s- 12.50 pounds- $160.00
9th. Dalton & West- 12.40 pounds- $ 100.00

Big Fish.
Thomas & Thomas- 4.88 pounds- $660.00

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