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A SOFT SOLUTION FOR KAYAK FISHING’S HARD PROBLEM

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A SOFT SOLUTION FOR KAYAK FISHING’S HARD PROBLEM

A SOFT SOLUTION FOR KAYAK FISHING’S HARD PROBLEM

PLANO’S NEW SOFT CRATE TRANSFORMS LOW-TECH KAYAK TACKLE STORAGE INTO A CUTTING-EDGE ADVANTAGE

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Plano, IL (January 29, 2017) – Kayak fishing is all the rage for one very good reason: it simplifies things. Kayaks don’t take up a lot of space, they are easy to transport, have an eco-friendly footprint and, most importantly, allow anglers to go places others in big boats can only dream of. This incredibly effective and rewarding style of fishing offers unprecedented stealth with minimal investment.

Still, kayak fishing has its challenges. ‘Yak anglers are still anglers, which means most have a bunch of gear. They need to put all that fishing stuff somewhere, and there isn’t exactly a ton of space to work with.

Until now, the paddle crowd has largely been forced to adapt big boat fishing tools to their relatively tiny vessels. Thankfully, many kayak anglers have strong DIY tendencies, and many homespun tackle storage solutions have focused on the venerable and readily available milk crate. Great effort, folks. Now allow the pros at Plano to finish what you’ve started.

New for 2018, the Plano Soft Crate turns the simple milk crate into an incredibly versatile, modern tackle storage option. In fact, the Soft Crate is so ideal, one can expect to see them employed in all kinds of craft – even the big ones with motors. Fresh out of milk crates? Worry not; the adaptable Soft Crate is completely capable of standing alone – minus the repurposed exoskeleton.

The lightweight Plano Soft Crate is made of durable water-resistant fabric, and is simple to transport with side storage panels that fold up to form a sturdy carry handle. An adjustable, padded shoulder strap is also provided. The four-panel design is shaped and sized to fit inside a standard 13” x 13” milk crate or rest directly on the deck of kayak, boat or dock as a freestanding crate alternative. The large, open interior has multiple compartments that accept up to nine 3700-size StowAway utility boxes and can also function as bulk storage. The lid offers additional storage with the added security and convenience of a zippered pocket. Outside, the Soft Crate’s handsome gray exterior with red accents sports numerous D-rings, tool holders and MOLLE webbing for easy access to pliers, hook removers and other essential fishing accessories. The Soft Crate’s various segments and panels are secured by straps and buckles, which allow for easy removal and customization to individual angler needs.

Plano Weekend Series Soft Crate

  • Lightweight design travels easily
  • Fits securely in milk crate (not included) or rests freestanding as crate alternative
  • Four-panel design carries as much or as little as you need
  • Easily remove panels and utilize attachment points for customizable storage
  • Large open interior with two sections of bulk storage
  • Side storage panels double as sturdy carry handles
  • Lid features large storage area and additional zippered pocket
  • Numerous D-rings and two tool holders offer easy access to pliers, hook removers, etc.
  • Secured by series of sturdy zippers, straps and latches
  • Durable water-resistant fabric
  • Carries up to nine 3600 Series StowAways (two #23650 StowAways included)
  • Product size: 12”L x 12.5”W x 17.5”H

Model No. PLAB88140

MSRP $49.99

Efective tackle storage has consistently been at the top of the list of kayak fishing’s hard problems. Not any more. Kayak anglers now have a soft solution in the form of the versatile and affordable Soft Crate, and a hard option in the premium V-Crate – two brand new tackle management systems specifically designed to elevate the kayak angling experience from the pioneers of practicality at Plano.

You focus on reeling in unforgettable fishing experiences. We’ll make sure you’re equipped and ready.

 

5 Key Ingredients for Awesome Early Prespawn Action By Walker Smith

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5 Key Ingredients for Awesome Early Prespawn Action By Walker Smith

Follow these guidelines to find fat prespawn bass before anyone else does.

We’re quickly approaching my favorite time of the year. While the meat of the prespawn bite may not be here yet, the early prespawn bite will be here before you know it. I’ve been waiting all year long and I’m getting antsy just writing about it.

In my opinion, this is absolutely the best time of the year to catch a true giant. A lot of the other anglers are still finishing up their hunting seasons and honey-do lists, which means you might have this special bite all to yourself. If you’re smart about how you approach this time of year, you can have some ridiculous days on the water.

I put the boat in for a few hours this weekend and I’ve already started finding some eager prespawners ripe for the picking—in just 44-degree water. After thinking on it for a few days, I wanted to share my most important considerations with you.

FLW PAIRS WITH USA BASS TO HOST FIRST PAN-AMERICAN BASS FISHING CHAMPIONSHIP

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FLW PAIRS WITH USA BASS TO HOST FIRST PAN-AMERICAN BASS FISHING CHAMPIONSHIP

FLW PAIRS WITH USA BASS TO HOST FIRST PAN-AMERICAN BASS FISHING CHAMPIONSHIP

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MINNEAPOLIS (Jan. 29, 2018) – Fishing League Worldwide (FLW), the world’s largest tournament-fishing organization, announced today that they will assist USA Bass in their efforts to showcase the first ever Pan-American Bass Fishing Championship, Feb. 4-9, on Lake Okeechobee in Clewiston, Florida. The championship event, which was awarded to USA Bass by the Pan-American Sportfishing Delegation, will feature anglers from 41 nations and is part of a larger effort by the Confederation Internationale de Peche Sportive (CIPS) to make bass fishing an Olympic sport.

“The international fishing community is thrilled about this event,” said tournament organizer and CIPS Vice President John Knight. “It fits perfectly into the global initiative to increase participation in bass fishing. Steps like this are making bass fishing the frontrunner when fishing becomes an Olympic sport.”

The legendary Roland and Mary Ann Martin’s Marina & Resort in Clewiston is set to host the historic event. Knight said the Martin’s resort plays an essential role in providing anglers the best bass fishing experience in the world.

“Mary Ann, Scott and Roland Martin are legends of the sport and huge supporters of USA Bass,” said Knight. “Bass anglers from across the Americas are excited about fishing such an important event on one the world’s most famous bass fishing lakes.”

Teams will arrive Feb. 4 for the opening ceremony, followed by practice Feb. 5-6. Competition kicks off Feb. 7-8 with takeoff scheduled for 7:30 a.m. EST each day from the Clewiston Boat Basin. Weigh-ins each day will be held at 3:30 p.m. at Roland and Mary Ann Martin’s Marina & Resort. A medal presentation will follow the final weigh-in.

FLW is actively working with USA Bass and CIPS to grow the worldwide bass-fishing audience. FLW currently sanctions bass tournaments in Canada, China, Italy, Korea, Mexico, Portugal, South Africa and Spain. Each country qualifies anglers to compete in the Costa FLW Series Championship, and eventually the Forrest Wood Cup, the world championship of professional bass fishing. For more information about FLW’s global initiatives, visit FLWFishing.com.

USA Bass is part of U.S. Angling, a 501c3 charitable organization that supports the USA Bass team as they compete in Pan-American and World Championship fishing events around the globe. To learn more about USA Bass, and for a complete schedule of events, visit USABass.org.

Chicago Team Wins Bassmaster High School Central Open On Toledo Bend

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Chicago Team Wins Bassmaster High School Central Open On Toledo Bend

Scott Springer (right) and Trust Say of the Christy, Springer and Say Community Club won the 2018 Mossy Oak Fishing Bassmaster High School Series Central Open presented by DICK’S Sporting Goods on Toledo Bend Reservoir out of Many, La., with 21 pounds, 7 ounces.

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Jan. 28, 2018

Chicago Team Wins Bassmaster High School Central Open On Toledo Bend

MANY, La. — Scott Springer and Trust Say, a pair of 17-year olds from the Chicago area, used a noontime flurry of big bass bites to power past the 241 other teams competing on Toledo Bend Reservoir on Sunday in the Mossy Oak Fishing Bassmaster High School Central Open presented by DICK’S Sporting Goods.

The teens, who are part of the Christy, Springer and Say Community Club, boated a five-bass limit that weighed 21 pounds, 7 ounces, which was more than 2 pounds heavier than the second-place duo. That catch propelled Springer and Say into the High School national championship tournament, which will be held at an undisclosed location later this year. In all, 24 of the 242 teams (the Top 10 percent) earned a berth in the championship with their showing on Toledo Bend.

“I’m still in shock,” Springer said not long after he and Say hoisted the championship trophies above their heads to the delight of many hundreds of fans at Cypress Bend Park.

“I’m speechless,” Springer told the crowd.

Instead, the Illinois residents let their fishing do the talking. They had approximately 6 pounds of bass on board at noon. But they didn’t fret, despite BASSTrakk showing other teams pushing the pace ahead of them. They remained calm, they said, mainly because their best spot in practice was located off a point that had been most productive in the afternoon sunshine.

So when the sun shot through overcast skies late Sunday morning, Springer and Say headed straight there.

A quick electronics check had them giddy, as a 10-mph morning breeze stacked baitfish into their spot. Springer and Say started throwing Alabama Rigs toward the point from about 20 yards away and hardly had to let the lures fall through the water column before getting bit.

They had approximately 12 bites in the span of an hour, including a 7-pounder that anchored their total. There was enough weight in the livewell, in fact, that the team removed the divider from its center to allow more space.

“The bites were coming in about 8 to 10 feet of water,” Say said. “And they were coming fast.”

The biggest bite was a thrill for both anglers.

“I was burning that A-Rig pretty fast,” Springer said. “I was throwing it on a Shimano rod and reel. The big fish was the last one of the day. I wasn’t expecting it at all. I hooked into him and I just knew it was a giant. I told my partner ‘Get the net, because this is what we need.’”

Say said the big bass didn’t get a clean bite on the Alabama rig, so getting it into the net was a careful process.

“I had to kind of slide the net up under it,” Say said. “(The rig) was in the corner of his mouth. I said ‘Oh no!’ It was pretty scary.”

Once that kicker bass was in the boat, Springer and Say breathed a sigh of relief. Still, the teens only thought they had about 19 pounds, but they took the hot seats early in the weigh-in, and were there until the very end.

The victory provided Springer and Say with a bounty of prizes. They won $2,000 for their fishing team, and they picked up a $250 gift certificate from Mossy Oak, as well as an Abu Garcia rod/reel combo. The win also earned them a combined $20,000 scholarship offer to compete with the McKendree University fishing team.

The fact that McKendree also is located in Illinois is an added bonus, they said.

“It’s an incredible feeling,” Springer said.

Christopher Capdeboscq and Forrest Lagarde of Northlake Christian School in Covington, La., finished second with 19-4. That earned them trophies, $1,500 for their school, a $250 Mossy Oak certificate and Abu Garcia rod/reel combos. Grayson Morris and Tucker Smith of Alabama’s Briarwood Christian School placed third with 18-5. They won $1,250 for their school and trophies and rod/reel combos for themselves.

The Big Bass Award went to Colby Miller and Jaden Cedars of Oak Hill (La.) High School who boated a 9-3 lunker. Capdeboscq and Lagarde caught an 8-4 bass to anchor the Northlake Christian bag.

Toledo Bend Lake Country hosted the event.

Mossy Oak Fishing Bassmaster High School Central Open presented by DICK’S Sporting Goods

1/28/2018 – 1/28/2018

Toledo Bend Reservoir – Cypress Bend Park – Many, LA

STANDINGS BOATER DAY 1

Name # Fish # Live Lbs – Oz # Fish # Live Lbs-Oz PTS

1 Scott Springer – Trust Say Christy, Springer and Say Com. Club 5 5 21- 7 5 5 21- 7 0.00

2 Christopher Capdeboscq – Forrest Lagarde Northlake Christian 5 5 19- 4 5 5 19- 4 0.00

3 Grayson Morris – Tucker Smith Briarwood Christian School 5 5 18- 5 5 5 18- 5 0.00

4 Wes Rollo – Dustin VanMatre Natchitoches Central HS 5 5 17- 5 5 5 17- 5 0.00

5 Beau Browning – Cole Lamb Melbourne Bearkatz 5 5 16- 9 5 5 16- 9 0.00

6 Colby Miller – Jaden Cedars Oak Hill HS Bass Club 5 5 16- 8 5 5 16- 8 0.00

7 Tyler Lubbat – Tyler Christy Buffalo Grove Bass Fishing 5 5 15- 3 5 5 15- 3 0.00

8 Mason Pitts – Jackson McGee Captain Shreve Gators 5 5 15- 1 5 5 15- 1 0.00

9 Brody Metcalf – Hunter Wallace Harleton HS 5 5 14-14 5 5 14-14 0.00

10 Hunter Muncrief – Landen McCary West Sabine Bass Club 5 5 14- 3 5 5 14- 3 0.00

11 Jacob Lee – Mason Bounds North DeSoto High Schoo 5 5 14- 0 5 5 14- 0 0.00

12 Brett Wray – Kasey Anderson North Desoto HS 5 5 13-12 5 5 13-12 0.00

13 Hunter Courvelle – Alex Erickson Sam Houston High School 5 5 13- 8 5 5 13- 8 0.00

14 Jonathan Burns – Zach Naquin Assumption High School 5 5 13- 6 5 5 13- 6 0.00

15 Braxton Voisin – Cameron Cannon St Thomas More HS 5 5 13- 5 5 5 13- 5 0.00

16 Dawson Andrews – Wyatt Ensminger Central HS 5 5 13- 1 5 5 13- 1 0.00

17 Brentyn Wheat – Christopher Smith Livingston Parish Bassmasters 5 5 13- 0 5 5 13- 0 0.00

18 Ethan King – Matthew Vining SC Fishing Team 4 4 12- 7 4 4 12- 7 0.00

19 Drew Herrmann – Wyatt Gabby Marion High School 5 5 12- 2 5 5 12- 2 0.00

20 Dillan White – Dathon Taylor Southside Anglers 5 5 11-10 5 5 11-10 0.00

21 Hunter Juvers – Samuel Alstat Herrin High School 3 3 11- 9 3 3 11- 9 0.00

22 Michael Bonadona – Greg Diamond Brusley High School 5 5 11- 8 5 5 11- 8 0.00

23 Cody Shry – Jaxon Leonard Magnolia West Angler Club 5 5 11- 5 5 5 11- 5 0.00

24 Ashley Batey – Josh Emerson Pineville High School 5 5 11- 3 5 5 11- 3 0.00

25 Jacob Holder – Joseph Denton Harleton HS 5 5 11- 1 5 5 11- 1 0.00

26 Jacob Fontenot – Brandon Comeaux Sam Houston High School 4 4 11- 0 4 4 11- 0 0.00

27 Caleb Dupre – Garret Smith Sulphur HS 5 5 10-14 5 5 10-14 0.00

28 Caleb Mayers – Dane Balfantz Ascension Anglers 5 5 10-13 5 5 10-13 0.00

29 Joseph Blanchard – Cameron Breaux Assumption High School 5 5 10-11 5 5 10-11 0.00

29 Jacob Bruener – Austin Brewer Douglass HS Fishing Team 5 5 10-11 5 5 10-11 0.00

31 Connor Nimrod – Dylan Nimrod De Soto Bass Team 5 5 10- 5 5 5 10- 5 0.00

31 Cameron Vaughn – Gunnar Halstead Herrin HS 5 5 10- 5 5 5 10- 5 0.00

33 Hunter Wilkins – Will Hardin Miller American Christian Acadamy 5 5 10- 4 5 5 10- 4 0.00

34 Hunter Porter – Cade Crocker Hillcrest High School 5 5 10- 3 5 5 10- 3 0.00

35 Eric Noyes – Mikey Reiss Broken Arrow High School 4 4 10- 1 4 4 10- 1 0.00

36 Bo Adams – Logan Hall Henryetta HS 5 5 9-13 5 5 9-13 0.00

37 Burke Mathews – Peyton Wilson St Thomas More HS 5 5 9-12 5 5 9-12 0.00

38 Gunnar Clopton – Sulpher HS 4 4 9-12 4 4 9-12 0.00

39 Isaac Smith – Colin Cargol The Woodlands High School 5 5 9-10 5 5 9-10 0.00

40 Hunter Benner – Brandon Benner Cedar Hill Collegiate HS 5 5 9- 8 5 5 9- 8 0.00

41 Jenna Albertson – Colby Reed Southside Anglers 5 4 9- 6 5 4 9- 6 0.00

42 Peyton Grantham – Tanner Underwood Benton HS 4 4 9- 2 4 4 9- 2 0.00

43 Trent Andrus – Brady Harmon Sam Houston High School 3 3 9- 2 3 3 9- 2 0.00

44 Will Delaney – Ridge Mullis Hillcrest High School 4 4 9- 1 4 4 9- 1 0.00

45 Will Lambert – Jacob Pihl West Monroe Rebel Bass Club 3 3 8-15 3 3 8-15 0.00

46 Dalton Johnson – Bryce Lane Arkansas Youth Anglers 4 4 8-11 4 4 8-11 0.00

47 Mason Mitchell – Cody Hays Broken Arrow High School 5 5 8-10 5 5 8-10 0.00

48 Connor Rushing – Cayden Reily Central Private School 5 5 8- 8 5 5 8- 8 0.00

49 Riley Falcon – Zack Clark Assumption High School 2 2 8- 6 2 2 8- 6 0.00

50 Ethan Fotenot – Hayden Guillory Sacred Heart HS 4 4 8- 4 4 4 8- 4 0.00

51 Jean-Luc Lemoine – Luke Bryson St Thomas More HS 5 5 8- 3 5 5 8- 3 0.00

52 Hayden Staley – Jacob Long Live Oak HS 5 5 8- 1 5 5 8- 1 0.00

53 Hagen Cooley – Cameron Rogers DeRidder HS 4 4 8- 0 4 4 8- 0 0.00

54 Hudson Reviere – Luke LeBlanc Notre Dame HS 5 5 7-14 5 5 7-14 0.00

55 Kyler Gibson – Hunter Woodward Anacoco HS 3 3 7- 9 3 3 7- 9 0.00

56 Brady Harp – Mason Huey Spain Park High School 3 3 7- 6 3 3 7- 6 0.00

57 Ian Madere – Jordan Davenport East Baton Rouge Bassmasters 2 2 7- 6 2 2 7- 6 0.00

58 Connor Edwards – Cody Perkins American Christian Academy 5 5 7- 5 5 5 7- 5 0.00

59 Hunter Nanney – TJ Edwards North Mississippi 3 3 7- 4 3 3 7- 4 0.00

60 Mason Alberes – Vance Metrejean Assumption High School 1 1 7- 4 1 1 7- 4 0.00

61 Hunter Martindale – Kaleb Barnett Jasper High School 4 4 7- 3 4 4 7- 3 0.00

62 Grant Cooper – Connor Morrow Pineville High School 3 3 7- 3 3 3 7- 3 0.00

63 Chase Edmonston – Chad Schexnayder Ascension Anglers 4 4 7- 2 4 4 7- 2 0.00

64 Jordan Sylvester – Aaron Borne East Baton Rouge Bassmasters 4 4 7- 1 4 4 7- 1 0.00

65 Ivan Flores-Moore – Logan Hartman Atascocita HS 3 3 7- 1 3 3 7- 1 0.00

66 Hayden Pinho – Hunter Pinho Patterson High School 4 4 6-15 4 4 6-15 0.00

67 Ty Haymon – Jonathan Fee Elizabeth HS 5 5 6-14 5 5 6-14 0.00

68 Jaden Prudhomme – Jay Earles Sacred Heart HS 3 3 6-10 3 3 6-10 0.00

69 Landon Baudoin – Davin Baudoin Hahnville HS 4 4 6- 9 4 4 6- 9 0.00

70 Madison Hohensee – Lukas Fender Central HS 3 3 6- 9 3 3 6- 9 0.00

71 Peyton Trimm – Parker Trimm Northside High School 4 4 6- 7 4 4 6- 7 0.00

72 Aiden Brignac – Payton Feucht Sacred Heart HS 3 3 6- 6 3 3 6- 6 0.00

73 Cade Cassels – Luke Tynes Central HS 3 3 6- 5 3 3 6- 5 0.00

74 Jackson McKee – Mason White Denham Springs 4 4 6- 4 4 4 6- 4 0.00

75 John Kyle Pearce – Jackson Gregory Calvary Caviliers High School 3 3 6- 4 3 3 6- 4 0.00

75 Jett Watts – Jace Watts Franklin Co HS 3 3 6- 4 3 3 6- 4 0.00

77 Annabelle Guins – Kaleb Buller Sam Houston High School 4 4 6- 1 4 4 6- 1 0.00

78 Jackson Elder – Drake Montgomery American Christian Academy 3 3 6- 1 3 3 6- 1 0.00

79 Bradley Pelt – Hunter Thacker Central Louisiana HS Bass Club 3 3 6- 0 3 3 6- 0 0.00

80 Laindree Richardson – Conner Bacon Benton Bass Fishing 2 2 5-15 2 2 5-15 0.00

81 Heagan Frazier – Lance Laurentz South Beauregard HS 3 3 5-14 3 3 5-14 0.00

82 Ben Abraham – Dylan Comeaux Alexandria Senior HS 3 3 5-11 3 3 5-11 0.00

83 Johnnie Nemecek – Hunter Scott Friendswood Mustangs 1 1 5-10 1 1 5-10 0.00

84 Logan Guy – Micah Hubbard Central HS 2 2 5- 9 2 2 5- 9 0.00

85 Landon Arceneaux – Brant Youngblood Sulphur HS 1 1 5- 9 1 1 5- 9 0.00

86 Kyle Williamson – Jace Garrett Bremen High School 3 3 5- 3 3 3 5- 3 0.00

87 Mason Ferachi – Walker High School 2 2 5- 3 2 2 5- 3 0.00

88 James Nelson – Jase Barksdale Denham Springs 3 3 5- 2 3 3 5- 2 0.00

89 Evan Bremmerkamp – Nathan Steele Marshall County HS 2 2 5- 1 2 2 5- 1 0.00

90 Brandon Fort – Austin Eldridge Captain Shreve Gators 2 2 4-15 2 2 4-15 0.00

91 Dylan Goudeau – Braeden Arrant Sam Houston High School 3 3 4-14 3 3 4-14 0.00

92 Dakota Hickman – Landon Kokenzie Spring Hill Fishing Team 2 2 4-13 2 2 4-13 0.00

93 Tyler Lowry – Brice Clavin Sulphur HS 2 2 4-12 2 2 4-12 0.00

94 Maguire Parker – Logan Leone North Desoto HS 2 2 4- 9 2 2 4- 9 0.00

95 Luke Iles – Ascension Anglers 3 3 4- 8 3 3 4- 8 0.00

96 Brady Drury – Matthew Kappel Vanderbilt Catholic 2 2 4- 8 2 2 4- 8 0.00

97 Matthew Elliott – Nathan Ellis Central HS 1 1 4- 8 1 1 4- 8 0.00

97 Cole Moore – Layken Moore Anacoco HS 1 1 4- 8 1 1 4- 8 0.00

99 Tyler Jones – Colin McDaniel North Desoto HS 2 2 4- 7 2 2 4- 7 0.00

100 Hunter Owens – Mason Pitts Natchitoches Central HS 2 2 4- 5 2 2 4- 5 0.00

100 Noah Trant – Thatcher Ellender Calvary Cavilers HS 2 2 4- 5 2 2 4- 5 0.00

102 Hanson Chaney – Bronson Beck Walker High School 2 2 4- 4 2 2 4- 4 0.00

102 Hayes White – Tiger Manuel Sulphur HS 2 2 4- 4 2 2 4- 4 0.00

104 Max Klein – Corban Dobbs Broken Arrow High School 2 2 4- 2 2 2 4- 2 0.00

105 Benjamin Doss – Kaden Rogers Spring Hill Fishing Team 2 2 4- 0 2 2 4- 0 0.00

105 Drew Latour – Zachary McKay Sacred Heart HS 2 2 4- 0 2 2 4- 0 0.00

105 Mack Taylor – Reese David Sand Springs HS 2 2 4- 0 2 2 4- 0 0.00

108 Gage Nichols – Ryan Ivey North Desoto HS 2 2 3-15 2 2 3-15 0.00

109 Clay Gleason – Garrett Handlin Harleton HS 2 2 3-14 2 2 3-14 0.00

110 Stevie Stephens – Samuel Brock Petal High School Bassmasters 2 2 3-13 2 2 3-13 0.00

111 Logan Landry – Addison Guidry Central HS 2 2 3-12 2 2 3-12 0.00

112 Silas Ardoin – Dagan Ardoin Sacred Heart HS 1 1 3-11 1 1 3-11 0.00

113 Triston Stewart – Noah Tate Livingston Parish Bassmasters 2 2 3-10 2 2 3-10 0.00

113 Jacob Tarpley – Keigan Maturin Teurlings Catholic High School 2 2 3-10 2 2 3-10 0.00

115 Dexter Broussard – Cullen Harvey Teurlings Catholic High School 2 2 3- 9 2 2 3- 9 0.00

116 Jonathan Fisher – Drake Duplechin St Thomas More HS 1 1 3- 9 1 1 3- 9 0.00

117 Noah Westmoreland – Luke Candler Captain Shreve Gators 2 2 3- 7 2 2 3- 7 0.00

118 Dylan Credeur – Brayden Melancon Teurlings Catholic High School 2 2 3- 6 2 2 3- 6 0.00

119 Devon Rathbun – Caleb Hains Parkview HS 2 2 3- 3 2 2 3- 3 0.00

120 Bryant Martin – Grant Schexnailder Notre Dame HS 2 2 2-14 2 2 2-14 0.00

120 Morgan McGill – Landon Degner Harleton HS 2 2 2-14 2 2 2-14 0.00

122 Blaze Lantier – Alex Woodward Midland High School 1 1 2-13 1 1 2-13 0.00

123 Chase Hopkins – William Dewil Hornbeck High School 2 2 2-12 2 2 2-12 0.00

124 Dylan Pennison – Jace Thibodaux Assumption High School 1 1 2-12 1 1 2-12 0.00

125 Terry Champagne – Alec Leblanc Sulphur HS 2 2 2-11 2 2 2-11 0.00

126 Connor Kuriger – Laney Leon Ascension Anglers 1 1 2-11 1 1 2-11 0.00

127 Ethan Easley – Nicolas Easley Central HS 1 1 2- 8 1 1 2- 8 0.00

128 Charles Whitfield – Austyn Mathere Denham Springs 1 1 2- 6 1 1 2- 6 0.00

129 Adam Gravouia – Jacob Venable Teurlings Catholic High School 1 1 2- 4 1 1 2- 4 0.00

130 Collin Charpentier – Drake Hoffpauir Loreauville Tiger Bass Team 1 1 2- 2 1 1 2- 2 0.00

131 Christian Haggenmacher – Matthew AtkinsonDenham Springs High School 1 1 2- 1 1 1 2- 1 0.00

131 Bradley Reed – Jacques Leger Sacred Heart HS 1 1 2- 1 1 1 2- 1 0.00

133 John Waggenspack – Markham McKnight East Baton Rouge Bassmasters 1 1 2- 0 1 1 2- 0 0.00

134 Creed David – Colby Latino Zachary HS 1 1 1-15 1 1 1-15 0.00

135 Jacob Childress – Aaron Maroney Central Pioneers 1 1 1-14 1 1 1-14 0.00

136 Bryden Herring – Spencer Higginbotham Franklin Co HS 1 1 1-13 1 1 1-13 0.00

136 Samuel Louw – Jon Sansgaard Eastern Iowa HS 1 1 1-13 1 1 1-13 0.00

136 Dustin Walters – Maverick Winford Atascocita HS 1 1 1-13 1 1 1-13 0.00

139 Dylan Budynkiewicz – Titus MCDonnel Harleton HS 1 1 1-11 1 1 1-11 0.00

139 George Dehoven II – DeRidder HS 1 1 1-11 1 1 1-11 0.00

139 Levi Nelson – Austin Mitchell Hillcrest High School 1 1 1-11 1 1 1-11 0.00

139 Owen Wilson – Chandler St Pierre Ascension Anglers 1 1 1-11 1 1 1-11 0.00

143 Kyle Little – Ryan Gordan Pineville High School 1 1 1-10 1 1 1-10 0.00

144 Loghan Stevens – Sam Kramer Choctaw HS 1 1 1- 9 1 1 1- 9 0.00

144 Austin Wagnon – Carson Moudy Choctaw HS 1 1 1- 9 1 1 1- 9 0.00

146 Trevor Hadden – Jacob Drago Central HS 1 1 1- 8 1 1 1- 8 0.00

146 Austin Jordan – Thomas Wiggins Natchitoches Central HS 1 1 1- 8 1 1 1- 8 0.00

148 Bryson Smith – Sean Roe Franklin Co HS 1 1 1- 7 1 1 1- 7 0.00

149 Trace Day – Josiah Clement Denham Springs 1 1 1- 5 1 1 1- 5 0.00

150 Brandon Jones – Lexie Kinsel Harleton HS 1 1 1- 4 1 1 1- 4 0.00

151 Keegan Jones – Chase Clark Hillcrest High School 1 1 1- 2 1 1 1- 2 0.00

152 Tony Falcinelli – Bret Sorrells Denton High School 1 1 1- 1 1 1 1- 1 0.00

153 Chandler Vidrine – Stephen James Walker High School 1 1 1- 0 1 1 1- 0 0.00

154 Jared Abbott – Evan Maddie Central HS 0 0 0- 0 0 0 0- 0 0.00

154 Benjamin Andrews – Samuel Louviere Livingston Parish Bassmasters 0 0 0- 0 0 0 0- 0 0.00

154 Kolby Barry – Carter Gosney North Desoto HS 0 0 0- 0 0 0 0- 0 0.00

154 Greyson Benoit – Hunter Wesley Sulphur HS 0 0 0- 0 0 0 0- 0 0.00

154 Bryson Benoit – Gage Cavalier Assumption High School 0 0 0- 0 0 0 0- 0 0.00

154 Zachary Boudreaux – Cameron Huffman Sacred Heart HS 0 0 0- 0 0 0 0- 0 0.00

154 Grant Bourque – Brennan Tran Ascension Anglers 0 0 0- 0 0 0 0- 0 0.00

154 Ethan Brooks – Lain Letchworth Teurlings Catholic High School 0 0 0- 0 0 0 0- 0 0.00

154 Chance Burton – Tyler Bouyer Brock HS 0 0 0- 0 0 0 0- 0 0.00

154 Ayden Chriss – Hunter Bloxom North DeSoto High Schoo 0 0 0- 0 0 0 0- 0 0.00

154 Kenneth Clark – Dylan Reddock Harleton HS 0 0 0- 0 0 0 0- 0 0.00

154 Taylor Cobb – Riley Speights North Desoto HS 0 0 0- 0 0 0 0- 0 0.00

154 Philip Cormier – Kyle Granger Sulpher HS 0 0 0- 0 0 0 0- 0 0.00

154 Ethan Cortez – Chance Hebert Assumption High School 0 0 0- 0 0 0 0- 0 0.00

154 Ethan Cruze – Carlo Castiglione Sam Houston High School 0 0 0- 0 0 0 0- 0 0.00

154 Tyler Derman – Zachary Featherston AZ HS Bass Nation 0 0 0- 0 0 0 0- 0 0.00

154 Gabe Dumatrait – Jonah Leblanc Teurlings Catholic High School 0 0 0- 0 0 0 0- 0 0.00

154 Kade Dunigan – Drew Melvin Ascension Anglers 0 0 0- 0 0 0 0- 0 0.00

154 Colby Dupuy – Robbie Wells Central HS 0 0 0- 0 0 0 0- 0 0.00

154 Justin Emfinger – Preston Temple Franklin Co HS 0 0 0- 0 0 0 0- 0 0.00

154 Nathan Fideldy – Cale Cheney Buhler HS 0 0 0- 0 0 0 0- 0 0.00

154 Brennan Fontenot – Gabe Richard Sam Houston High School 0 0 0- 0 0 0 0- 0 0.00

154 Jonathon Freeman – Noah Boyles Sulphur HS 0 0 0- 0 0 0 0- 0 0.00

154 Joe Gallien – Dillon Longino Lakeview JR/SR HS 0 0 0- 0 0 0 0- 0 0.00

154 McKael Gollin – Jake Elwod Firth Fishing 0 0 0- 0 0 0 0- 0 0.00

154 Grayson Gosney – Charles Howell North DeSoto High Schoo 0 0 0- 0 0 0 0- 0 0.00

154 Alec Gotro – Nicholas Fontenot Sacred Heart HS 0 0 0- 0 0 0 0- 0 0.00

154 Jade Griffith – Alexis Austin Central Pioneers 0 0 0- 0 0 0 0- 0 0.00

154 Kade Guidry – Buddy Leblanc Teurlings Catholic High School 0 0 0- 0 0 0 0- 0 0.00

154 Dylan Guidry – Konnor Smith Teurlings Catholic High School 0 0 0- 0 0 0 0- 0 0.00

154 Cade Hanson – Gage Burnham Clayburn Academy 0 0 0- 0 0 0 0- 0 0.00

154 Brayten Harper – Corbin Sanders Harleton HS 0 0 0- 0 0 0 0- 0 0.00

154 Will Henderson – Hayden Seaton North DeSoto High School 0 0 0- 0 0 0 0- 0 0.00

154 Kyle Hilligoss – Kale Hilligoss Sand Springs HS 0 0 0- 0 0 0 0- 0 0.00

154 Chase Jahay – Preston Gover Buhler HS 0 0 0- 0 0 0 0- 0 0.00

154 Morgan Jaladin – Dylan Curtis West Monroe Rebel Bass Club 0 0 0- 0 0 0 0- 0 0.00

154 Luke Jones – Kole Snyder Central HS 0 0 0- 0 0 0 0- 0 0.00

154 Korey Kubiak – William McGuire Diboll 0 0 0- 0 0 0 0- 0 0.00

154 Eli Lambert – Cullen Edmonston Ascension Anglers 0 0 0- 0 0 0 0- 0 0.00

154 River Lee – Thomas Martin Rains High School 0 0 0- 0 0 0 0- 0 0.00

154 Marcus Lejeune – Christopher Breaux Midland High School 0 0 0- 0 0 0 0- 0 0.00

154 Aidan Lejeune – Andrew Parrott Sacred Heart HS 0 0 0- 0 0 0 0- 0 0.00

154 Scott Lemmler – Central HS 0 0 0- 0 0 0 0- 0 0.00

FLORIDA’S FREDERICK WINS FLW TOUR AT LAKE OKEECHOBEE PRESENTED BY EVINRUDE

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FLORIDA’S FREDERICK WINS FLW TOUR AT LAKE OKEECHOBEE PRESENTED BY EVINRUDE

FLORIDA’S FREDERICK WINS FLW TOUR AT LAKE OKEECHOBEE PRESENTED BY EVINRUDE

Leesburg Pro Catches 19-pound, 14-ounce Final Day Limit, Wins $100,000

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CLEWISTON, Fla. (Jan. 28, 2018) – When Leesburg, Florida, angler Tim Frederick turned pro and began competing on the Fishing League Worldwide (FLW) Tour, the first event of his career was at Lake Okeechobee in February of 2016. Frederick managed to catch just one bass in two days of competition at that tournament and finished in 169th – last place. On Sunday, Frederick redeemed himself by catching a five-bass limit weighing 19 pounds, 14 ounces, to earn the win the FLW Tour at Lake Okeechobee presented by Evinrude.

Frederick’s four-day total of 20 bass weighing 85-4 gave him the win by a narrow 1-pound, 2-ounce margin over second-place pro Bryan Schmitt of Deale, Maryland, and earned him $100,000 in a dramatic finale to the four-day event that featured 188 of the best bass anglers in the world kicking off the 2018 FLW Tour season.

“I’m still a little shocked,” said Frederick, whose previous best finish in FLW Tour competition was a 14th place finish on the Harris Chain of Lakes in 2017. “I didn’t think that I had as much weight that I did today. Some of the best fisherman on the planet were fishing in this event and to come out on top after four days – this is a dream come true.”

Frederick caught his bass throughout the week by targeting isolated reed clumps in Harney Pond.

“I was so stressed today,” Frederick said. “I had a small limit and I had missed a good one earlier and I did not know whether to leave or to stay. I had to sit down for a minute and regain my composure and I decided to stick it out in that area. I had nothing else to go to, and that place had been special to me. With just 10 minutes left in the day, I caught a big one. It was a $100,000 fish.”

Frederick’s “big one” was an estimated 8-pounder that was most certainly the winning fish. Frederick said that all of his fish this week came on a pair of stickbaits – a Strike King Ocho (black with blue flake or black with blue tail) and a Strike King Shim-E-Stick (black with blue flake or black with blue tail) – and a Strike King Pure Poison Swim Jig (green-pumpkin) with a Rage Bug trailer.

“I think the keys for me this week were my Power-Poles, my Florida knowledge, and patience,” Frederick went on to say. “It would have been near impossible for me to fish some of the areas that I did this week if I wouldn’t have been able to pole down. And when I would first pull up to a spot I would target the key areas. Sometimes it took multiple casts and fishing extremely slow, but every fish that I caught were in those key areas.”

The top 10 pros on Lake Okeechobee finished:

1st:          Tim Frederick, Leesburg, Fla., 20 bass, 85-4, $100,000
2nd:         Bryan Schmitt, Deale, Md., 20 bass, 84-2, $30,000
3rd:         General Tire pro Mark Rose, West Memphis, Ark., 20 bass, 78-5, $25,500
4th:         Jared McMillan, Belle Glade, Fla., 20 bass, 73-13, $20,100
5th:         Brandon McMillan, Clewiston, Fla., 20 bass, 69-12, $19,000
6th:         Christopher Brasher, Longview, Texas, 20 bass, 67-4, $18,000
7th:         Chad Morgenthaler, Reeds Spring, Mo., 20 bass, 67-1, $17,000
8th:         Quaker State pro Scott Canterbury, Odenville, Ala., 20 bass, 65-15, $16,000
9th:         Power-Pole pro Cory Johnston, Cavan, Ontario, Canada, 20 bass, 60-5, $15,500
10th:       Chris Johnston, Peterborough, Ontario, Canada, 20 bass, 59-5, $14,000

Compete results for the entire field can be found at FLWFishing.com.

Overall there were 50 bass weighing 157 pounds, 13 ounces caught by pros Sunday. All of the final 10 pros weighed in five-bass limits.

Jeffrey Mathews of Maitland, Florida, won the co-angler division and $20,000 Friday with a two-day total of 10 bass weighing 42 pounds, 1 ounce, followed by Tyler Woolcott of Port Orange, Florida, who finished in second place with 10 bass weighing 37 pounds, 15 ounces, worth $7,600.

The total purse for the FLW Tour at Lake Okeechobee presented by Evinrude was more than $930,000, including $10,000 through 60th place in the Pro division. The tournament was hosted by Roland & Mary Ann Martin’s Marina and Resort and the Hendry County Tourism Development Council. The next event for FLW Tour anglers will be the FLW Tour at the Harris Chain of Lakes, Feb. 22-25 in Leesburg, Florida, hosted by Lake County, Florida.

Television coverage of the FLW Tour at Lake Okeechobee presented by Evinrude will premiere in high-definition (HD) on NBC Sports Network (NBCSN) March 28 from Noon-1 p.m. EST. The Emmy-nominated “FLW” television show airs on NBCSN, the Pursuit Channel and the World Fishing Network and is broadcast to more than 564 million households worldwide.

In FLW Tour competition, pros and co-anglers are randomly paired each day, with pros supplying the boat, controlling boat movement and competing against other pros. Co-anglers fish from the back deck against other co-anglers. The full field of 376 anglers competed in the two-day opening round. Co-angler competition concluded following Friday’s weigh-in, while the top 30 pros based on their two-day accumulated weight advanced to Saturday. Only the top 10 pros continued competition Sunday, with the winner determined by the heaviest accumulated weight from the four days of competition.

Throughout the season, anglers are also vying for valuable points in hopes of qualifying for the 2018 Forrest Wood Cup, the world championship of professional bass fishing. The 2018 Forrest Wood Cup will be on Lake Ouachita in Hot Springs, Arkansas, Aug. 10-12 and is hosted by the Arkansas Department of Parks and Tourism and Visit Hot Springs.

For complete details and updated information visit FLWFishing.com. For regular updates, photos, tournament news and more, follow the sport’s top anglers on the FLW Tour on FLW’s social media outlets at Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Snapchat.

FLORIDA’S FREDERICK GRABS LEAD ON DAY THREE OF FLW TOUR AT LAKE OKEECHOBEE PRESENTED BY EVINRUDE

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FLORIDA’S FREDERICK GRABS LEAD ON DAY THREE OF FLW TOUR AT LAKE OKEECHOBEE PRESENTED BY EVINRUDE

Leesburg Pro Brings 15-ounce Lead into Final Day

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CLEWISTON, Fla. (Jan. 27, 2018) – Pro Tim Frederick of Leesburg, Florida, caught two kicker largemouth Saturday – a 6- and 7-pounder – to anchor his 23-pound, 3-ounce limit and jump to the top of the leaderboard after Day Three of the FLW Tour at Lake Okeechobee presented by Evinrude. Frederick’s five-bass limit was the only bag Saturday that weighed in excess of 20 pounds, telling when you consider that the lake had pumped out 16, 20+ pound limits in the first two days of competition.

Frederick (15 bass, 65-6) will now bring a 15-ounce lead over second-place pro Bryan Schmitt of Deale, Maryland, (15 bass, 64-7) who led the first two days of competition, into Championship Sunday. Also in striking distance, in third place, is General Tire pro Mark Rose of West Memphis, Arkansas, (15 bass, 61-3). Rose has a history of fast starts to the season, winning the first two events of the 2017 FLW Tour season at Lake Guntersville and Lake Travis.

“My very first FLW Tour event three years ago was on this lake, and I weighed in one bass and finished dead last,” said Frederick, who is fishing in his 14th career FLW Tour event. “I’ve got a love-hate relationship with this lake, and right now I am loving it. I didn’t get a lot of bites today, but the ones that I did get were good ones.

“Although my day turned out really well, it didn’t start that way,” Frederick continued. “It was terribly slow. I caught one of my good ones early – my second fish – but then it took me forever to get a limit. When the water temperature hit 64 degrees I had a 45- to 50-minute window where I caught two more good ones, but I didn’t catch more than 9 or 10 fish all day.”

Frederick said that his key bait that landed all of his keepers on Saturday was a Texas-rigged black and blue-colored Strike King Ocho worm. He’s also mixed in a Strike King Pure Poison Swim Jig and an unnamed swimjig to produce at times during the week.

“I’m usually a power-fisherman, and it’s weird because I’m fishing so slowly this week,” Frederick said. “I’m throwing at isolated clumps of pencil reeds and it might take me 5 minutes to reel back in. But, if it doesn’t feel right, I’ll just reel in immediately and make another pitch. I’m fishing by feel, basically. I can actually feel the beds with my bait, and when I do I’ll keep making multiple casts to the same area.

“The bite was tougher today, and I think it was due to how cloudy it was. Tomorrow, they’re saying that it’s going to be worse – rainy and windy.  But, my water is still clean and I’ve got no choice but to be patient and stick it out there. Win, lose or draw, there is enough fish in my area to win it. I just have to get them to bite.”

The top 10 pros advancing to the final day of competition on Lake Okeechobee are:

1st:          Tim Frederick, Leesburg, Fla., 15 bass, 65-6
2nd:         Bryan Schmitt, Deale, Md., 15 bass, 64-7
3rd:         General Tire pro Mark Rose, West Memphis, Ark., 15 bass, 61-3
4th:         Power-Pole pro Cory Johnston, Cavan, Ontario, Canada, 15 bass, 53-11
5th:         Chad Morgenthaler, Reeds Spring, Mo., 10 bass, 53-0
6th:         Brandon McMillan, Clewiston, Fla., 15 bass, 52-11
7th:         Jared McMillan, Belle Glade, Fla., 15 bass, 51-14
8th:         Quaker State pro Scott Canterbury, Odenville, Ala., 15 bass, 51-12
9th:         Chris Johnston, Peterborough, Ontario, Canada, 15 bass, 50-8
10th:       Christopher Brasher, Longview, Texas, 15 bass, 48-13

Finishing in 11th through 30th are:

11th:       Brandon Mosley, Choctaw, Okla., 15 bass, 48-13, $12,000
12th:       Tyler Stewart, West Monroe, La., 15 bass, 48-4, $12,000
13th:       Michael Neal, Dayton, Tenn., 15 bass, 48-4, $12,000
14th:       Cody Meyer, Auburn, Calif., 15 bass, 47-4, $12,000
15th:       Jeremy Lawyer, Sarcoxie, Mo., 15 bass, 46-13, $12,000
16th:       Casey Scanlon, Lake Ozark, Mo., 15 bass, 46-6, $12,000
17th:       David Williams, Maiden, N.C., 15 bass, 45-14, $12,000
18th:       James Watson, Lampe, Mo., 15 bass, 44-11, $12,000
19th:       Brett Preuett, Monroe, La., 15 bass, 44-3, $12,000
20th:       Alex Davis, Albertville, Ala., 15 bass, 42-8, $12,000
21st:        Scott Martin, Clewiston, Fla., 15 bass, 42-7, $10,000
22nd:       Matt Becker, Finleyville, Pa., 15 bass, 41-12, $10,000
23rd:       J.T. Kenney, Palm Bay, Fla., 15 bass, 41-11, $10,000
24th:       Barry Wilson, Birmingham, Ala., 15 bass, 40-7, $10,000
25th:       David Nichol, Gainesville, Ga., 15 bass, 39-12, $10,000
26th:       Jay Kendrick, Grant, Ala., 14 bass, 38-13, $10,000
27th:       Billy McCaghren, Mayflower, Ark., 14 bass, 38-4, $10,000
28th:       Kerry Milner, Bono, Ark., 13 bass, 37-13, $10,000
29th:       James Niggemeyer, Van, Texas, 14 bass, 36-12, $10,000
30th:       Zell Rowland, Montgomery, Texas, 13 bass, 35-15, $10,000

For a full list of results visit FLWFishing.com.

Overall there were 143 bass weighing 376 pounds, 8 ounces caught by pros Saturday, Of the final 30 pros, 25 of them were able to bring a five-bass limit to the scale.

Jeffrey Mathews of Maitland, Florida, won the co-angler division and $20,000 Friday with a two-day total of 10 bass weighing 42 pounds, 1 ounce, followed by Tyler Woolcott of Port Orange, Florida, who finished in second place with 10 bass weighing 37 pounds, 15 ounces, worth $7,600.

In FLW Tour competition, pros and co-anglers are randomly paired each day, with pros supplying the boat, controlling boat movement and competing against other pros. Co-anglers fish from the back deck against other co-anglers. The full field of 376 anglers competed in the two-day opening round. Co-angler competition concluded following Friday’s weigh-in, while the top 30 pros based on their two-day accumulated weight advanced to Saturday. Only the top 10 pros now continue competition Sunday, with the winner determined by the heaviest accumulated weight from the four days of competition.

The total purse for the FLW Tour at Lake Okeechobee presented by Evinrude is more than $930,000, including $10,000 through 60th place in the Pro division. The tournament is hosted by Roland & Mary Ann Martin’s Marina and Resort and the Hendry County Tourism Development Council.

Throughout the season, anglers are also vying for valuable points in hopes of qualifying for the 2018 Forrest Wood Cup, the world championship of professional bass fishing. The 2018 Forrest Wood Cup will be on Lake Ouachita in Hot Springs, Arkansas, Aug. 10-12 and is hosted by the Arkansas Department of Parks and Tourism and Visit Hot Springs.

The final 10 anglers will take off Sunday at 7:30 a.m. EST from Roland & Mary Ann Martin’s Marina and Resort, located at 920 E. Del Monte, Ave., in Clewiston. Sunday’s final weigh-in will be held at the marina and will begin at 4 p.m.

Prior to the weigh-in Sunday, FLW will host a free Family Fishing Expo at Roland & Mary Ann Martin’s Marina and Resort from noon to 4 p.m. each day. The Expo is a chance for fishing fans to meet their favorite anglers, enjoy interactive games, activities and giveaways provided by FLW sponsors, and learn more about the sport of fishing and other outdoor activities.

Television coverage of the FLW Tour at Lake Okeechobee presented by Evinrude will premiere in high-definition (HD) on NBC Sports Network (NBCSN) March 28 from Noon-1 p.m. EST. The Emmy-nominated “FLW” television show airs on NBCSN, the Pursuit Channel and the World Fishing Network and is broadcast to more than 564 million households worldwide.

For complete details and updated information visit FLWFishing.com. For regular updates, photos, tournament news and more, follow the sport’s top anglers on the FLW Tour on FLW’s social media outlets at Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Snapchat.

Fishing Hooks 101: Matching The Proper Hook To Your Rig – MTB

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Fishing Hooks 101: Matching The Proper Hook To Your Rig – MTB

Fishing Hooks 101: Matching The Proper Hook To Your Rig

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Choosing the right fishing hooks has become a multiple-choice quiz anymore thanks to today’s wide array of lures and bass fishing techniques. Gone are the days when you tied on the first hook you found in your tackle box. Now you need a different style of hook for each type of lure and fishing application.

Fishing Hook Sharpness

When buying a hook, the main features to consider are sharpness and how well the hook retains sharpness.  You can quickly tell how sharp a hook is by laying it on your fingernail and pulling it. If it slides on your fingernail, it’s not sharp.

Sharpness can be attributed to the type of point on the hook.  Some fishing hooks have cutting or spade-shape points, which have both good and bad qualities. A cutting point grabs quickly and as it penetrates the cutting edges slice though the toughest part of a bass’ mouth for a solid hook set. The potential drawback to this type of hook though is after it penetrates the hook leaves a bigger hole in the bass’ flesh which could cause the hook to fall out when the fish tries to shake loose. Conical tip hooks leave smaller tears in the fish and hold better than cutting point hooks.

Fishing Hooks Thickness

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The thickness of the wire or metal is another key consideration when selecting hooks. For most bass fishing applications, you will be dealing with light or standard wire compositions. Standard wire works best for heavy-duty situations such as pitching and flipping into thick cover.  But it also requires a stronger hook set than lighter wire hooks.  Light wire fishing hooks are best for finesse fishing with thin line.

Hooks also come in a variety of finishes. Most hooks feature the standard bronze finish, but other popular finishes include blue and black nickel, black chrome, gold and red.  Teflon and other slick coatings are applied to hooks for easier hook penetration.

Fishing Hook Size

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A hook’s pattern determines its size, which causes hook dimensions to vary to some extent. The size of the hook is given in terms of the width of the hook’s gap, the distance between the point and the shaft measured in aughts. Hook sizes for most bass fishing applications range in size from 1/0 to 6/0.   Another important dimension of the hook is its throat or bite, the area between the point and hook bend.  Any hook with generous dimensions in its gap and throat creates deeper penetration of the point and better holding power because the weight of the fish rides high up on the center of the hook’s bend.

Since hook companies have different hook size designations, you should inspect hooks carefully before buying them to determine if it has a wide enough gap for your style of fishing.  Usually the bigger the gap, the better when using larger soft plastics such as Flukes, creature baits and swimbaits.  A smaller gap hook has the advantage of offering less resistance when a bass inhales a plastic bait, but most anglers prefer extra-wide gap models.

Improvements in the hook’s shank design have been made throughout the years. The straight-shank or Sproat style has always been a popular worm hook because it allows a Texas-rigged worm to lie straight. Offset shank models offer more bite between the hook eye and point to produce solid hook sets.  These models have long shanks which give the hook more gap and positions the hook point well to the rear of baits enabling you to catch more short-striking bass.  Cam-action hooks such as the Tru-Turn models feature shanks with substantial bends.  The bent shaft allows the hook to rotate in the fish’s mouth to deliver a sure hook set.  Octopus-style hooks featuring a round shank and bend are best for drop-shotting small soft plastics.

Fishing Hooks Pairings

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With all these designs and features, selecting the right hook for each type of lure can be puzzling. Try offset hooks with wide gaps for worm fishing. Use 3/0 hooks mainly for 6- to 8-inch worms, except scale down to 2/0 hooks for smaller Senkos or finesse worms.  Upgrade to 5/0 and 6/0 hooks for throwing 10- to 12-inch plastic worms.

Less is better when matching a hook with floating worms or senko style baits so try a 1/0 light wire hook with either an offset or straight shank.   The light-wire hook is necessary to get the most action out of the worm.

Fishing for bass with live bait also requires different hook styles. The Kahle hook is ideal for shiners and crayfish because it offers a wider gap clearance for bass to take the bait easier.   A sproat worm hook with two barbs near the hook eye works best for holding nightcrawlers on the hook better.

Shopping for fishing hooks has gotten harder, but if you make the right choices, getting a good hook set into a bass becomes much easier.

 

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Fog Cancels Final Day Of Bassmaster College Series Event; Wisconsin-Platteville Claims Win

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Fog Cancels Final Day Of Bassmaster College Series Event; Wisconsin-Platteville Claims Win

After a final day fog cancellation, Conner Choate (right) and Hunter DeSplinter of the University of Wisconsin-Platteville won the 2018 Carhartt Bassmaster College Series Central Tour presented by Bass Pro Shops on Toledo Bend Reservoir out of Many, La., with a two-day total weight of 41 pounds, 6 ounces.

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Jan. 27, 2018

Fog Cancels Final Day Of Bassmaster College Series Event; Wisconsin-Platteville Claims Win

MANY, La. — The week has been full of twists and turns for Hunter DeSplinter and Conner Choate of the University of Wisconsin-Platteville at the Carhartt Bassmaster College Series Central Tour presented by Bass Pro Shops on Toledo Bend.

After catching 25 pounds, 9 ounces on Friday, they took the lead as the Top 30 teams prepared for the final day of competition. Little did they know they wouldn’t need another cast on Toledo Bend to take the Central Tour title.

Saturday’s action was canceled after heavy fog hung over Toledo Bend, and Choate and DeSplinter were named champions with a two-day total of 41-6. Conditions weren’t conducive to send teams onto the 185,000-acre reservoir — and as the minutes ticked by, the fog seemed to settle into the Sabine River impoundment more and more.

“If half of the day or more is threatened by a delay, then the day is canceled,” Tournament Director Hank Weldon said. “We scheduled Saturday’s final day to be an eight-hour event, but with fog making visibility non-existent on Toledo Bend we canceled Saturday’s action for good reason.”

When the clock struck 11 a.m. CT, the 30 teams had mixed emotions as some were fine with not going and others were frustrated they didn’t have one more opportunity to compete for the win. Meanwhile, the winning team of Choate and DeSplinter were seemingly numb and stunned by what had happened.

The sophomore tandem was more than intimidated by the vastness of Toledo Bend when it was announced on the schedule, but they started the week with a plan to try to simply make the 2018 Carhartt Bassmaster College Series National Championship. Not only did they survive and qualify, but they withstood the field after two days and were alone at the top of the leaderboard.

“This is our second event together as a team,” DeSplinter said. “It is unexplainable at the moment. We watch these events on TV and we dream of it, everyone does. But for everything to come together and to win; we may never experience this again.”

The duo fished on the south end of Toledo Bend and caught every fish, including their 10-pound kicker on Day 2 on a Strike King 5XD crankbait. Their main area was a swift drop in bottom contour off a grass flat. Their double-digit bass also took Big Bass honors for the week.

“Anglers were fishing too shallow and basically were on top of the fish, but they were focused on the grass,” Choate said. “Hunter found a perfect lineup, and we were able to run our crankbaits off the drop and it was incredible.”

This marks the University of Wisconsin-Platteville’s first Bassmaster College Series victory as a school and one that seemed inconceivable a few weeks ago for the team as they bested the 248-team field. Their miracle Day 2 weight carried them past the Day 1 leaders of Tyler Craig and Spencer Lambert of Louisiana-Monroe who weighed back-to-back 20-pound bags and found themselves just 5 ounces off the pace with 41-1.

“To finish in second place is great because our main goal was to make the national championship,” Craig said. “It was the right decision to cancel, but it does sting some because we wanted a shot to win today. It just wasn’t meant to be.”

Craig and Lambert claimed second at the 2017 Central Regional just down the road at Sam Rayburn Reservoir. Pair that with a great track record and a Top 12 at the 2017 national championship and this duo will be one to watch this summer once again.

Third place went to Caiden Sinclair and Hunter Gibson of the University of Alabama who jumped to the podium after catching 22-11 on Friday. They were roughly 3 pounds off the pace and were definitely in contention on Toledo Bend going into Saturday.

The Top 30 teams slated to compete on Saturday didn’t leave unrewarded as they clinched berths into the College Series National Championship, which will be announced at a later date. With the completion of the Central Tour on Toledo Bend, there are now three more Tour events for anglers to fish as well as their state qualifiers. The next Tour event is slated for Pickwick Lake in Florence, Ala., on April 19-21.

The event was hosted by Toledo Bend Lake Country.

Carhartt Bassmaster College Series Central Tour presented by Bass Pro Shops

1/25/2018 – 1/27/2018

Toledo Bend Reservoir – Cypress Bend Park – Many, LA

STANDINGS BOATER DAY 3

Name # Fish # Live Lbs – Oz # Fish # Live Lbs-Oz PTS

1 Conner Choate – Hunter DeSplinter UW – Platteville 0 0 0- 0 10 10 41- 6 500.00
2 Tyler Craig – Spencer Lambert University of Louisiana at Monroe 0 0 0- 0 10 10 41- 1 497.98
3 Caiden Sinclair – Hunter Gibson University of Alabama 0 0 0- 0 10 10 38- 3 495.97
4 Matt Baker – Kory England Arkansas Tech University 0 0 0- 0 10 10 34- 7 493.95
5 Colin Steck – Andrew Wolfe University of Wisconsin 0 0 0- 0 10 10 34- 4 491.94
6 Jackson Carrell – Kyle Pasket Sam Houston State University 0 0 0- 0 10 10 32-14 489.92
7 Hunter Freeman – Wesley Banks La Monroe 0 0 0- 0 10 10 32- 8 487.90
8 Crosley Welch – Hayden Lee Missouri State University 0 0 0- 0 10 10 31-12 485.89
9 Scott McClellan – Adam Forester LA Tech 0 0 0- 0 10 10 31-10 483.87
10 Dakota Pierce – Tristan McKormick Bethel University 0 0 0- 0 10 10 31- 7 481.85
11 Gregory Green – Dustin Nash Northwestern State University 0 0 0- 0 10 10 30-13 479.84
12 Jarrett Robertson – Brandon Smith Tarleton State University 0 0 0- 0 10 10 30- 7 477.82
13 Shane Campbell – Ethan Jones McKendree University 0 0 0- 0 10 10 30- 3 475.81
14 Jake Biram – Rhett Meyer Oklahoma State University 0 0 0- 0 10 10 29- 9 473.79
15 Luke Gillund – Jack Kons Bemidji State University 0 0 0- 0 10 10 29- 7 471.77
16 Carter Henderson – Connor Whisenant Texas A&M University 0 0 0- 0 10 10 29- 4 469.76
17 Dillon Harrell – Colby Bryant Sam Houston State University 0 0 0- 0 10 10 28- 1 467.74
18 Caleb Dennis – Hunter Presley Central Alabama Comm College 0 0 0- 0 10 10 27-13 465.73
19 Jeffrey Hopkins – Austin Handley Auburn University 0 0 0- 0 9 9 27-10 463.71
20 Hunter Louden – Seth Roberts Bethel University 0 0 0- 0 10 10 27- 9 461.69
21 Taylor Morten – Austin Porter Arkansas Tech University 0 0 0- 0 10 10 27- 9 459.68
22 Thad Simerly – Ethan Shaw Bryan College 0 0 0- 0 10 10 27- 8 457.66
23 Ryan Nevil – Jonathan Linder Dallas Baptist University 0 0 0- 0 10 10 27- 7 455.65
24 Carter McNeil – Cole Floyd Bethel University 0 0 0- 0 9 9 27- 5 453.63
25 Spencer Hahn – Ben Wanke University of Wisconsin 0 0 0- 0 10 10 27- 3 451.61
26 John-Michael Brattlof – Cody Barchenger Stephen F Austin State University 0 0 0- 0 10 10 26-15 449.60
27 Evan Coleman – Josh Soroka Texas State University 0 0 0- 0 9 9 26-14 447.58
28 Justin Barnes – Adam Carroll University of Montevallo 0 0 0- 0 9 9 26-13 445.56
29 Blake Albertson – Adam Puckett Murray State University 0 0 0- 0 10 10 26- 7 443.55
30 Brian Pahl – John Garrett Bethel University 0 0 0- 0 10 10 26- 5 441.53
31 KJ Queen – Brad Ableman Bethel University 10 10 26- 1 439.52
32 John Jay – Grant Pietsch Texas A&M University 10 10 26- 0 437.50
33 Grant Ehlenfeldt – Brett Stanek U. of Wisconsin Platteville 10 10 25-13 435.48
34 Taylor Cranford – Connor Turner LSU 8 8 25-11 433.47
35 Reid Conner – Joshua Butts Wallace State Hanceville 10 10 25-11 431.45
36 Jacob Keith – Mason Beatty East Texas Baptist University 10 10 25- 9 429.44
37 Nolan Minor – Casey Lanier West Virginia University 9 9 25- 8 427.42
38 Alex Torkleson – Alec Murphy Rogers State University 10 10 25- 8 425.40
39 Will Brown – Chase Chastain Jacksonville State University 10 10 24-10 423.39
40 Jacob Sanders – Chad Poulsen East Texas Baptist University 8 8 24- 6 421.37
41 Nathan Bell – Cole Sands Bryan College 9 9 24- 4 419.35
42 Denver Satterlee – Landon Smith Calhoun Community College 10 10 24- 3 417.34
43 JP Kimbrough – Ryan Antee LSU Shreveport 9 9 23-12 415.32
44 Austin Stanley – Knox Daniels Georgia College 8 8 23-10 413.31
45 Adam Deakin – Alec Sloan Colorado State University 8 8 23- 7 411.29
46 Sloan Pennington – Hunter McCarty U. of North Alabama 9 9 23- 5 409.27
47 Collin Bode – Josh Perrin Sam Houston State University 9 9 22-14 407.26
48 Victor Martinez – Lucas Jensen Texas Tech University 7 7 22- 5 405.24
49 Blake Capps – Derrick Skinner Oklahoma State University – IT 10 10 22- 0 403.23
50 Andrew Roaten – Reid Grant Mississippi State University 10 10 21-14 401.21
51 Kyle Dragulski – Robert Howard Stephen F Austin State University 5 5 21-12 399.19
52 Chris Lupo – Calhoun Comm College 8 8 21- 2 397.18
53 Brett Clark – Jared Penton East Texas Baptist University 8 8 21- 1 395.16
54 Michael Fisher – Brandon Padilla Jacksonville State University 10 10 20-14 393.15
55 Brandon Durr – Riley Rathbun Drury Univeristy 10 10 20- 6 391.13
56 Logan Parks – Lucas Lindsay Auburn University 9 9 20- 4 389.11
57 Bo McGraw – Evan Cook Texas A&M University 8 8 19-10 387.10
58 Kyler Chelminiak – Ricky Harris Bethel University 10 10 19- 5 385.08
59 Tyler Anderson – Garrison Thomas Texas A&M University 8 8 19- 2 383.06
60 Jordan Mullis – Joe Long Indiana University 9 9 19- 0 381.05
61 Johnny Ledet – Logan Laprarie Northwestern State University 8 8 18-12 379.03
62 Tyler Nekolny – Jake Hoselton Kansas State University 8 8 18-10 377.02
63 Matt Kudrna – Brock Gordley University of Missouri 6 6 18- 6 375.00
64 Nick Montilino – Nick Inzeo Murray State University 7 7 18- 5 372.98
65 Robert Moody – Gavin Herst Missouri State University 7 7 18- 4 370.97
66 Zac Bennett – Chase Williams Georgia College 8 8 17-15 368.95
67 Cole Burdeshaw – Peyton McCord Auburn University 9 9 17-15 366.94
68 Quinton Booth – Clay Cooper Missouri State University 8 8 17-14 364.92
69 Trevor McKinney – Curtis Lilly McKendree University 9 9 17-13 362.90
70 Grant Harris – Lauren Plunkett Drury University 7 7 17- 4 360.89
71 Jonnie Koenen – Blake Lawston UW – Platteville 8 8 17- 4 358.87
72 Tanner Ward – Jacob Klicman Kent State 7 7 17- 3 356.85
73 Trevor Schleich – Derek Kane University of Nebraska 7 7 17- 1 354.84
74 Alex Murray – Trent Manuel McNeese State University 6 6 16-14 352.82
75 Austin Tubbs – Andrew Martin University of West Alabama 8 8 16-14 350.81
76 Logan Tate – Andrew Fisher Jacksonville State 7 7 16-10 348.79
77 Conner Iselt – Tyler Wiltz Texas State University 7 7 16- 0 346.77
78 Greg Herman – Spencer White LA Tech 6 6 15-13 344.76
79 Bates Enmeier – Dexter Flick Oklahoma State University 6 6 15-10 342.74
80 Kaito Ajiro – Turner Mason Colorado State University 7 7 15- 7 340.73
81 Cully Scroggins – Nathon Portch Bethel University 8 8 15- 6 338.71
82 Josh Worth – Colorado Mesa University 7 7 15- 4 336.69
83 Austin Mize – Ethan Goodwin U. of North Alabama 6 6 15- 4 334.68
84 Joseph Bruener – Nathan Doty McKendree University 6 6 15- 1 332.66
85 Harrison Hopkins – Jared Rascoe LSU Shrevepot 7 7 14-10 330.65
86 Tyler Rivet – Jared Bascle Nicholls State University 7 7 14- 4 328.63
87 Luke O’Neal – Titus Stowe University of Louisiana at Monroe 7 7 14- 4 326.61
88 Austin Miles – Cooper Brown Colorado State University-Pueblo 6 6 14- 3 324.60
89 Nathan Doss – Jackson Pardue University of North Alabama 5 5 13-12 322.58
90 Charles Norris – Lawrence Kuznik University of Louisiana, Lafayette 4 4 13-12 320.56
91 Jed Hebert – Jonathan Johnson University of Louisiana at LaFayette 5 5 13-11 318.55
92 Michael Elkins – JT Thompson U. of North Alabama 5 5 13-10 316.53
93 Armando Ortiz – Dylan McKee Auburn University 7 7 13- 7 314.52
94 Cade Fortenberry – Harrison Tabiolo River Parish Comm College 7 7 13- 7 312.50
95 Jarred Jones – Devin Mobbs Jacksonville State University 6 6 13- 6 310.48
96 Bryce White – Riley Sanders Southwest Mississippi Comm College 6 6 13- 3 308.47
97 Zachariah Edwards – Drew Douglas University of Central Oklahoma 3 3 13- 3 306.45
98 Braxton Resweber – Samuel Richie University of Louisiana, Lafayette 7 7 13- 2 304.44
99 Eric Hanna – Jack Minnix Oklahoma State University 6 6 13- 1 302.42
100 Cameron Gautreau – Andrew Tucker Nicholls State University 6 6 13- 1 300.40
101 Zach Vielhauer – Will Andrie Kansas State 6 6 13- 0 298.39
102 Brandon Bland – Tyler Smith U. of South Alabama 6 6 13- 0 296.37
103 Brennan Soileau – Garrett McDonald LA Tech 8 8 13- 0 294.35
104 Kreston Phelps – Brandon Pope Northwestern State University 5 5 12-13 292.34
105 Kenny Wilkins – Connor Felstead Northern Michigan University 4 4 12-10 290.32
106 Tanner Johnson – Jacob Wood LaGrange College 4 4 12- 9 288.31
107 Mike Anderson – Zachary Schepf U. of Wisconsin Oshkosh 5 5 12- 6 286.29
108 Patrick Pelt – Logan McEwen Auburn University 4 4 12- 2 284.27
109 Chad Ziegler – Ross Kellermeier Bemidji State University 5 5 12- 2 282.26
110 Brant Lewis – Luke Harvey U. of West Alabama 5 5 12- 0 280.24
111 Nathan Gibson – Josh Shapland Oklahoma State University 6 6 11-15 278.23
112 Jake Soto – Nathan Wood Dallas Baptist University 6 6 11-11 276.21
113 Ryan Wood – Reid Strobl Dallas Baptist University 5 5 11- 7 274.19
114 Jackson Ebbers – Charlie DeShazer University of Nebraska 6 6 11- 4 272.18
115 Thor Swanson – Mitch Swanson Bemidji State University 6 6 11- 3 270.16
116 Mekiah Jack – Chase McCrory Middle Tennessee State University 3 3 11- 2 268.15
117 Dillon Roberts – Ty Crutchfield Rogers State University 6 6 11- 0 266.13
118 Dylan Friloux – Andre Adams University of Louisisana Lafayette 4 4 10-15 264.11
119 Garrett Brown – Jordan Gantt LSU Shreveport 5 5 10-15 262.10
120 Will Kaiser – Vala Zeinali Kent State University 5 5 10-13 260.08
121 Austin Carr – Justin Carr Heartland Community College 5 5 10-12 258.06
122 Chris Bradley – Collin McFeeters Southwestern Oklahoma State University 4 4 10-11 256.05
123 Cordell Beckman – Quinten Brown Greenville University 4 4 10-11 254.03
124 Chizta Xiong – Justin Chromy St Cloud State University 4 4 10-10 252.02
125 Stephen Harding – Greg Lundvick Texas State University 4 4 10- 8 250.00
126 Justin Schick – Tyler Rocke Illinois State University 4 4 10- 5 247.98
127 Kirk Stilwell – Cole Crossman Missouri State University 4 4 10- 0 245.97
128 Miller Spivey – Chandler Sickafoose Wallace State Hanceville 5 5 9-10 243.95
129 Graham Godwin – Chad Jones Tarleton State University 5 5 9- 7 241.94
130 Dylan Matherne – Brandon Daigle Southeastern Louisiana University 6 6 9- 1 239.92
131 Brent Rome Jr – Zachary Adams LSU 4 4 8-15 237.90
132 Hank Harrison – Mason Hamm Stephen F Austin State University 3 3 8-15 235.89
133 Collin Belcher – Conner Gopffarth Texas Tech University 5 5 8-13 233.87
134 Shon Messmer – Jeff Loesche Murray State University 2 2 8-12 231.85
135 Colson Ginger – Robert White Texas A&M University 5 5 8-11 229.84
136 John Authement – Matthew Benoits Nicholls State 4 4 8- 9 227.82
137 Jacob Louis – Taylor Schmitt McKendree University 2 2 8- 7 225.81
138 Josef Rogers – Taggert Tesdal Iowa State 4 4 8- 2 223.79
139 Haden Holmes – James Whitacre Wallace State Hanceville 4 4 7-15 221.77
140 Ethan Stokes – Will Lancett Arkansas Tech University 4 4 7-13 219.76
141 Brandon Heizer – Gabe Dubois University of Missouri 4 4 7- 9 217.74
142 J T Russell – Jarrett Brown University of Montevallo 2 2 7- 6 215.73
143 Joey Price – Bobby Fralix Clemson University 5 5 7- 5 213.71
144 Hunter Whiteley – Reese Jones Kansas State University 3 3 7- 4 211.69
145 Jared Stone – Matthew Ford Tarleton State University 2 2 7- 3 209.68
146 Philip Hilton – Alex Lindsey Mississippi State University 4 4 7- 2 207.66
147 Matthew Bowden – Kyle Kontor Texas Tech University 3 3 7- 1 205.65
148 Dylan Jebousek – Justin Faterkowski Tarleton State University 2 2 6-13 203.63
149 Zachary Martin – Cole Emerson Murray State University 3 3 6- 9 201.61
150 Chance Scott – Chris Brooks Greenville College 3 3 6- 8 199.60
151 Zach Hartley – James Lenovicz Iowa State 3 3 6- 8 197.58
152 Jacob David – Nick Prestwood Tarleton State University 3 3 6- 6 195.56
152 Corbin Davis – Michael Rollert Texas A&M University 3 3 6- 6 195.56
154 Tyler Winn – Devin Duncan Northeastern State University 3 3 6- 4 191.53
155 Zachary Hansen – Aaron Wojtowicz University of Wisconsin Stout 4 4 6- 3 189.52
156 Dakota Moore – Dawson Cranford University of Louisiana at LaFayette 4 4 6- 0 187.50
157 Caleb Gibson – Colin Adams Northeastern State University 2 2 6- 0 185.48
158 Caleb Bundy – Alex Moore U. of Central Florida 3 3 5- 9 183.47
159 John Moore – Clark Mannas Texas A&M University 2 2 5- 6 181.45
160 Austin Finley – Hunter Ward Central Alabama Community College 2 2 5- 6 179.44
161 Hunter Mills – Jordan Hartman Murray State University 2 2 5- 5 177.42
162 Blaise Weimer – Ti Caughman Oklahoma State University 3 3 5- 3 175.40
163 Hayden Williams – McNeese State University 2 2 5- 3 173.39
164 Austin Mau – Isaac Johnson Bemidji State University 3 3 5- 2 171.37
165 Zach Clisch – Adam Neu U. of Wisconsin Platteville 2 2 5- 2 169.35
166 Kyle McAllen – Ethan Howe Northwestern State University 3 3 5- 0 167.34
167 Ricky Huge – Benjamin Fouts Greenville University 2 2 5- 0 165.32
168 Garrett Enders – Cody Huff Bethel University 2 2 4-15 163.31
169 Corey Kelton – Kade Boone Southwest Mississippi Comm College 3 3 4-14 161.29
170 Jacob Schrimsher – Austen Willard Calhoun Comm College 2 2 4-13 159.27
171 Cameron Mercer – Blake Spradlin Auburn University 2 2 4-12 157.26
172 Zachary Asher – Avery Millis Kent State University 3 3 4-10 155.24
173 Drew Fazzino – Charles Vang University of Oklahoma 3 3 4- 7 153.23
174 Bennett Pierce – Hampton Hasek Arkansas Tech University 1 1 4- 7 151.21
175 Thomas Milstead – Jared Turnbloom University of Alabama 2 2 4- 6 149.19
176 DJ Barber – Dalton Price Bryan College 2 2 4- 4 147.18
177 Connor McNabb – Brandon Boyd Mississippi State University 2 2 3-15 145.16
178 Johnathan Peck – Steven Ricketts Bryan College 2 2 3-15 143.15
179 Luke Mason – Nathan Methvin U. of North Alabama 1 1 3-14 141.13
180 Cole Smith – Houston Smith Mississippi State University 1 1 3-11 139.11
181 Austin Bartholomew – Matthew O’Dea University of Iowa 2 2 3- 4 137.10
182 Noah Lindus – Gavin Hessler UW – Stout 2 2 3- 1 135.08
183 Will Sanders – Jake Knight Ouachita Baptist University 2 2 3- 1 133.06
184 Cameron Simmons – Keaton Boles Oklahoma State University 1 1 3- 0 131.05
185 Austin King – Danny Boyd Northeast Texas Comm College 1 1 2-11 129.03
186 Hunter Malmay – Robert Jones Northwestern State University 1 1 2- 9 127.02
187 Brendan Bingham – Clay Evans Murray State University 2 2 2- 8 125.00
188 Chase Herndon – JP Pirani Jr Auburn University 1 1 2- 7 122.98
188 Jacob Shannon – Brandon Murphy University of Texas, Tyler 1 1 2- 7 122.98
190 Colton Gillund – Seth Korb U. of Wisconsin Platteville 1 1 2- 6 118.95
190 Aidan Hansen – Taylor Mazur St Cloud State University 1 1 2- 6 118.95
190 Matt Pastino – Jerris Bush East Carolina University 1 1 2- 6 118.95
193 Tucker Sargent – Wyatt Young Tarleton State University 1 1 2- 2 112.90
194 Noah Garnett – Tyler Pendergrass Wallace State Hanceville 1 1 2- 0 110.89
195 Riley Fletcher – Devin Hendrix Drury University 1 1 1-10 108.87
195 Jacob Foutz – Jake Lee Bryan College 1 1 1-10 108.87
195 Weston Hollar – Andrew Kelley Central AL Comm College 1 1 1-10 108.87
195 Will Hughes – Wyatt Frankens Stephen F Austin State University 1 1 1-10 108.87
195 Josh Osborn – Cole Daniel University of Central Oklahoma 1 1 1-10 108.87
195 Ethan Scheffler – Robert Brewer Missouri State University 1 1 1-10 108.87
201 Preston Reeder – Will Harding Wallace State Hanceville 1 1 1- 9 96.77
202 Tucker Adams – Jack Stegall Mississippi State University 1 1 1- 8 94.76
202 Cole Hewett – Lee Smith U. of Central Florida 1 1 1- 8 94.76
204 Mike Lowry – Brian Koch Murray State University 1 1 1- 3 90.73
205 Seth Hausman – Jonathan Ham Stephen F Austin State University 1 1 1- 1 88.71
206 Brandon Consalus – Drake Wayland Tarleton State University 4 4 0- 0 86.69
206 Carson McCone – Cason Kelley Tarleton State University 4 4 0- 0 86.69
208 Jake Adams – Seth Gill Tarleton State University 0 0 0- 0 0.00
208 Cole Amedee – Luke Cheramie Nicholls State University 0 0 0- 0 0.00
208 Austin Anderson – Sam Garcia Stephen F Austin State University 0 0 0- 0 0.00
208 Jacob Anderson – Christopher Lewis University of Wisconsin 0 0 0- 0 0.00
208 Landen Beckham – Austin Godwin University of Texas, Tyler 0 0 0- 0 0.00
208 Mason Bishop – Tyler Bishop Southern Illinois University Carbondale 0 0 0- 0 0.00
208 Noah Boyett – Mason McNee University of Arkansas 0 0 0- 0 0.00
208 Aaron Carley – Austin Pierce Sam Houston State University 0 0 0- 0 0.00
208 Paul Davis – Reece Crabtree Missouri State University 0 0 0- 0 0.00
208 Tanner Eaves – Jordan Thompson Calhoun Comm College 0 0 0- 0 0.00
208 Kyle Everett – John Higginbotham LA Tech 0 0 0- 0 0.00
208 AJ Faught – Griffin Stephens Wallace State Hanceville 0 0 0- 0 0.00
208 Wayne Figg – Edward Yao Texas A&M University 0 0 0- 0 0.00
208 Drew Fleming – Joe Rainwater UAM-CTC 0 0 0- 0 0.00
208 Jacob Fleming – Rylan Moore Murray State 0 0 0- 0 0.00
208 Conner Fogg – Chandler Fogg Bryan College 0 0 0- 0 0.00
208 Jacob Harris – Nicholas Moore Southeast Missouri State University 0 0 0- 0 0.00
208 Tyler Hastings – Tanner Bracken Rogers State University 0 0 0- 0 0.00
208 Levi Holder – James Bailey LA Tech 0 0 0- 0 0.00
208 Zach Holliday – Cutler Stafford University of Central Oklahoma 0 0 0- 0 0.00
208 Blake Hulsey – Channing Hunt Missouri State University 0 0 0- 0 0.00
208 Gobind Kala – Tate West University of Alabama 0 0 0- 0 0.00
208 Kason Kimbrell – Joshua Lantzsch Ouachita Baptist University 0 0 0- 0 0.00
208 Bryton Kurtz – Justin DeBorde Sam Houston State University 0 0 0- 0 0.00
208 Lewis Laurent – Jacob Fitts Southeastern Louisiana University 0 0 0- 0 0.00
208 Cason Lewis – Nicholas Wiggins Northwestern State University 0 0 0- 0 0.00
208 Justin Mann – Joey Tuminello University of Louisiana LaFayette 0 0 0- 0 0.00
208 Sam Meaders – Kyle Jessie University of Arkansas 0 0 0- 0 0.00
208 Andrew Mega – Marshall Woodard UNC Charlotte 0 0 0- 0 0.00
208 Logan Morel – Cole Hernandez Southwest Mississippi Comm College 0 0 0- 0 0.00
208 Dakota Ornelas – Michael Denningmann Missouri State University 0 0 0- 0 0.00
208 Luke Potter – Stephen Thomas Lamar University 0 0 0- 0 0.00
208 Shawn Potwardowski – Harold Wells University of Alabama 0 0 0- 0 0.00
208 James Proctor – Blake Dillard Tarleton State University 0 0 0- 0 0.00
208 Jeff Ramsey – Jeremy Severic LSU Shreveport 0 0 0- 0 0.00
208 Jackson Riggins – Seth Naquin Nicholls State University 0 0 0- 0 0.00
208 Andrew Shepard – Cody Hamacher Missouri State University 0 0 0- 0 0.00
208 Colby Simmons – Brandon Barber East Texas Baptist University 0 0 0- 0 0.00
208 Shane Stafford – Grant Adams Texas A&M University 0 0 0- 0 0.00
208 Chandler Stewart – Katelin Simonson Baylor University 0 0 0- 0 0.00
208 Bridger Thomas – Jamie Marshall U. of North Alabama 0 0 0- 0 0.00

BIG BASS

Day Name City,State Lbs-Oz

1 Brent Rome Jr – Zachary Adams Baton Rouge, LA 7- 7

2 Conner Choate – Hunter DeSplinter Platteville, IA 10- 0

TOTALS

Day # Fish # Live Lbs-Oz # Limits

1 532 532 1309-14 50
2 626 626 1615- 9 84
3 0 0 0-0 0

Double-Digit Bass Lifts Wisconsin-Platteville To Top Spot In Bassmaster College Series Central Tour

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Double-Digit Bass Lifts Wisconsin-Platteville To Top Spot In Bassmaster College Series Central Tour

Conner Choate (right) and Hunter DeSplinter of the University of Wisconsin-Platteville take the lead on the second day of the Carhartt Bassmaster College Series Central Tour presented by Bass Pro Shops on Toledo Bend Reservoir out of Many, La., with a two-day total weight of 41 pounds, 6 ounces.

Photo by Ronnie Moore/B.A.S.S.

Jan. 26, 2017

Double-Digit Bass Lifts Wisconsin-Platteville To Top Spot In Bassmaster College Series Central Tour

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MANY, La. — Toledo Bend showed its true colors on Friday during the Carhartt Bassmaster College Series Central Tour presented by Bass Pro Shops. After only offering a single 20-pound bag on the first day of competition, nine teams met that mark or more on Friday.
 
Conner Choate and Hunter DeSplinter of the University of Wisconsin-Platteville stole the show as they brought 25 pounds, 9 ounces, to the stage on Friday and jumped into the lead with a two-day total of 41-6. Their day was anchored by a monster catch as their kicker tipped the scales at 10 pounds.
 
It not only was DeSplinter’s personal best, but it was also recognized as an elite catch by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department.
 
“We showed up to our first spot just looking to get a limit in the 11- to 12-pound range,” DeSplinter said. “We had that before 8:30 a.m., so we just kept fishing around and working hard.”
 
After catching 15-13 on Day 1, just a solid limit would have helped their chances greatly. But what happened after their initial limit is now an unforgettable memory for this duo.
 
“At 10 a.m., I hooked into the 10-pounder,” DeSplinter said. “I had never seen a fish so big. It jumped at the boat;  I for sure thought I was going to lose it, but we didn’t.”
 
The fireworks were just beginning as they gathered themselves and continued fishing. They hit a few nearby spots and caught keepers that wouldn’t help their overall weight, so they returned to the spot that produced earlier.
 
“We returned to that spot and immediately caught a fish close to 7 pounds,” DeSplinter said. “We packed up and headed back to the ramp to ensure the giant fish survived.”
 
The duo is now preparing to fend off 29 other teams during Saturday’s final day of competition. Coming into the event, their mindset was solely focused on qualifying for the National Championship. But now they have a chance to take home the title of the inaugural Central Tour format.
 
“We had no expectations leaving the dock (Friday),” Choate said. “So, we need to keep that same mindset because everything can change so quickly.”
 
Behind Wisconsin-Platteville are Thursday’s leaders Tyler Craig and Spencer Lambert of the University of Louisiana at Monroe. The duo slipped to second place, but eclipsed the 20-pound mark for the second consecutive day, the only team to accomplish that in the 248-boat field.
 
“It’s extremely important to stay consistent on Toledo Bend,” said Craig, whose team has a two-day weight of 41-1. “You can catch up in a hurry with a big bag, but at the same time you can stumble and fall if you rely on a giant bite each day.”
 
Craig and Lambert have landed five and six keepers, respectively, the last two days, and both days have featured crucial catches just before check-in. But they know they are targeting quality and may not need quantity to win.
 
“It’s not easy fishing for a handful of bites, but I feel like the bigger fish are trickling into our area,” Craig said. “It seems like our spots are the transition areas and the fish are pulling up and feeding, and then when they leave they are headed to even shallower water to spawn.”
 
It could be a battle until the last cast as first and second are separated by only 5 ounces heading into the final frame of action.
 
Caiden Sinclair and Hunter Gibson of the University of Alabama vaulted into third place after bringing the second-biggest bag of the day to the scales. Their 22-11 limit has them just over 3 pounds from the lead and within sight of a possible title with 38-3.
 
The final team to sneak into the cut was Bethel University’s John Garrett and Brian Pahl. The duo has finished second and fourth in the last two national championships, and Garrett was the 2016 College Classic Bracket champion who represented the College Series during the 2017 season.
 
The 248-team field was cut after Friday’s weigh-in to the Top 30. Those teams clinched a berth in the Carhartt Bassmaster College Series National Championship presented by Bass Pro Shops and will be fishing for the win on Saturday.
 
The final-day takeoff will begin at 7 a.m. CT from Cypress Bend Park, and the weigh-in will be held back at the park at 3 p.m.
 
The event is being hosted by Toledo Bend Lake Country.

Carhartt Bassmaster College Series Central Tour presented by Bass Pro Shops

1/25/2018 – 1/27/2018

Toledo Bend Reservoir – Cypress Bend Park – Many, LA

STANDINGS BOATER DAY 2

Name # Fish # Live Lbs – Oz # Fish # Live Lbs-Oz PTS

1 Conner Choate – Hunter DeSplinter UW – Platteville 5 5 25- 9 10 10 41- 6 500.00

2 Tyler Craig – Spencer Lambert University of Louisiana at Monroe 5 5 20- 4 10 10 41- 1 497.98

3 Caiden Sinclair – Hunter Gibson University of Alabama 5 5 22-11 10 10 38- 3 495.97

4 Matt Baker – Kory England Arkansas Tech University 5 5 20- 9 10 10 34- 7 493.95

5 Colin Steck – Andrew Wolfe University of Wisconsin 5 5 20- 7 10 10 34- 4 491.94

6 Jackson Carrell – Kyle Pasket Sam Houston State University 5 5 13- 9 10 10 32-14 489.92

7 Hunter Freeman – Wesley Banks La Monroe 5 5 18-15 10 10 32- 8 487.90

8 Crosley Welch – Hayden Lee Missouri State University 5 5 20- 3 10 10 31-12 485.89

9 Scott McClellan – Adam Forester LA Tech 5 5 21-12 10 10 31-10 483.87

10 Dakota Pierce – Tristan McKormick Bethel University 5 5 15- 5 10 10 31- 7 481.85

11 Gregory Green – Dustin Nash Northwestern State University 5 5 17- 8 10 10 30-13 479.84

12 Jarrett Robertson – Brandon Smith Tarleton State University 5 5 13-10 10 10 30- 7 477.82

13 Shane Campbell – Ethan Jones McKendree University 5 5 16- 7 10 10 30- 3 475.81

14 Jake Biram – Rhett Meyer Oklahoma State University 5 5 11-10 10 10 29- 9 473.79

15 Luke Gillund – Jack Kons Bemidji State University 5 5 16-11 10 10 29- 7 471.77

16 Carter Henderson – Connor Whisenant Texas A&M University 5 5 15- 5 10 10 29- 4 469.76

17 Dillon Harrell – Colby Bryant Sam Houston State University 5 5 15-13 10 10 28- 1 467.74

18 Caleb Dennis – Hunter Presley Central Alabama Comm College 5 5 14- 3 10 10 27-13 465.73

19 Jeffrey Hopkins – Austin Handley Auburn University 5 5 14- 9 9 9 27-10 463.71

20 Hunter Louden – Seth Roberts Bethel University 5 5 10-14 10 10 27- 9 461.69

21 Taylor Morten – Austin Porter Arkansas Tech University 5 5 13- 1 10 10 27- 9 459.68

22 Thad Simerly – Ethan Shaw Bryan College 5 5 11- 4 10 10 27- 8 457.66

23 Ryan Nevil – Jonathan Linder Dallas Baptist University 5 5 11- 4 10 10 27- 7 455.65

24 Carter McNeil – Cole Floyd Bethel University 5 5 13- 8 9 9 27- 5 453.63

25 Spencer Hahn – Ben Wanke University of Wisconsin 5 5 13- 2 10 10 27- 3 451.61

26 John-Michael Brattlof – Cody Barchenger Stephen F Austin State University 5 5 15-10 10 10 26-15 449.60

27 Evan Coleman – Josh Soroka Texas State University 4 4 12-13 9 9 26-14 447.58

28 Justin Barnes – Adam Carroll University of Montevallo 5 5 17- 4 9 9 26-13 445.56

29 Blake Albertson – Adam Puckett Murray State University 5 5 14-13 10 10 26- 7 443.55

30 Brian Pahl – John Garrett Bethel University 5 5 13- 7 10 10 26- 5 441.53

31 KJ Queen – Brad Ableman Bethel University 5 5 12-12 10 10 26- 1 439.52

32 John Jay – Grant Pietsch Texas A&M University 5 5 15-11 10 10 26- 0 437.50

33 Grant Ehlenfeldt – Brett Stanek U. of Wisconsin Platteville 5 5 16- 7 10 10 25-13 435.48

34 Taylor Cranford – Connor Turner LSU 5 5 20-10 8 8 25-11 433.47

35 Reid Conner – Joshua Butts Wallace State Hanceville 5 5 15- 9 10 10 25-11 431.45

36 Jacob Keith – Mason Beatty East Texas Baptist University 5 5 11-15 10 10 25- 9 429.44

37 Nolan Minor – Casey Lanier West Virginia University 5 5 17- 0 9 9 25- 8 427.42

38 Alex Torkleson – Alec Murphy Rogers State University 5 5 12- 0 10 10 25- 8 425.40

39 Will Brown – Chase Chastain Jacksonville State University 5 5 10- 5 10 10 24-10 423.39

40 Jacob Sanders – Chad Poulsen East Texas Baptist University 3 3 6-13 8 8 24- 6 421.37

41 Nathan Bell – Cole Sands Bryan College 4 4 10-11 9 9 24- 4 419.35

42 Denver Satterlee – Landon Smith Calhoun Community College 5 5 12-13 10 10 24- 3 417.34

43 JP Kimbrough – Ryan Antee LSU Shreveport 5 5 14- 6 9 9 23-12 415.32

44 Austin Stanley – Knox Daniels Georgia College 5 5 10-15 8 8 23-10 413.31

45 Adam Deakin – Alec Sloan Colorado State University 5 5 17- 1 8 8 23- 7 411.29

46 Sloan Pennington – Hunter McCarty U. of North Alabama 5 5 16- 6 9 9 23- 5 409.27

47 Collin Bode – Josh Perrin Sam Houston State University 4 4 8- 7 9 9 22-14 407.26

48 Victor Martinez – Lucas Jensen Texas Tech University 3 3 8-10 7 7 22- 5 405.24

49 Blake Capps – Derrick Skinner Oklahoma State University – IT 5 5 11-11 10 10 22- 0 403.23

50 Andrew Roaten – Reid Grant Mississippi State University 5 5 10- 2 10 10 21-14 401.21

51 Kyle Dragulski – Robert Howard Stephen F Austin State University 5 5 21-12 5 5 21-12 399.19

52 Chris Lupo – Calhoun Comm College 5 5 12-15 8 8 21- 2 397.18

53 Brett Clark – Jared Penton East Texas Baptist University 4 4 10-14 8 8 21- 1 395.16

54 Michael Fisher – Brandon Padilla Jacksonville State University 5 5 9- 7 10 10 20-14 393.15

55 Brandon Durr – Riley Rathbun Drury Univeristy 5 5 10- 5 10 10 20- 6 391.13

56 Logan Parks – Lucas Lindsay Auburn University 5 5 9-12 9 9 20- 4 389.11

57 Bo McGraw – Evan Cook Texas A&M University 5 5 13-10 8 8 19-10 387.10

58 Kyler Chelminiak – Ricky Harris Bethel University 5 5 10- 0 10 10 19- 5 385.08

59 Tyler Anderson – Garrison Thomas Texas A&M University 5 5 11-13 8 8 19- 2 383.06

60 Jordan Mullis – Joe Long Indiana University 5 5 13-15 9 9 19- 0 381.05

61 Johnny Ledet – Logan Laprarie Northwestern State University 5 5 10-14 8 8 18-12 379.03

62 Tyler Nekolny – Jake Hoselton Kansas State University 5 5 9- 2 8 8 18-10 377.02

63 Matt Kudrna – Brock Gordley University of Missouri 5 5 11- 0 6 6 18- 6 375.00

64 Nick Montilino – Nick Inzeo Murray State University 2 2 3-15 7 7 18- 5 372.98

65 Robert Moody – Gavin Herst Missouri State University 5 5 13-10 7 7 18- 4 370.97

66 Zac Bennett – Chase Williams Georgia College 3 3 5- 2 8 8 17-15 368.95

67 Cole Burdeshaw – Peyton McCord Auburn University 5 5 9-10 9 9 17-15 366.94

68 Quinton Booth – Clay Cooper Missouri State University 5 5 9- 2 8 8 17-14 364.92

69 Trevor McKinney – Curtis Lilly McKendree University 5 5 9-14 9 9 17-13 362.90

70 Grant Harris – Lauren Plunkett Drury University 5 5 12- 2 7 7 17- 4 360.89

71 Jonnie Koenen – Blake Lawston UW – Platteville 5 5 10-15 8 8 17- 4 358.87

72 Tanner Ward – Jacob Klicman Kent State 4 4 9-15 7 7 17- 3 356.85

73 Trevor Schleich – Derek Kane University of Nebraska 5 5 12- 8 7 7 17- 1 354.84

74 Alex Murray – Trent Manuel McNeese State University 4 4 12- 2 6 6 16-14 352.82

75 Austin Tubbs – Andrew Martin University of West Alabama 5 5 9- 9 8 8 16-14 350.81

76 Logan Tate – Andrew Fisher Jacksonville State 3 3 6- 0 7 7 16-10 348.79

77 Conner Iselt – Tyler Wiltz Texas State University 3 3 8- 9 7 7 16- 0 346.77

78 Greg Herman – Spencer White LA Tech 2 2 5-14 6 6 15-13 344.76

79 Bates Enmeier – Dexter Flick Oklahoma State University 2 2 6- 2 6 6 15-10 342.74

80 Kaito Ajiro – Turner Mason Colorado State University 5 5 11- 4 7 7 15- 7 340.73

81 Cully Scroggins – Nathon Portch Bethel University 3 3 4-14 8 8 15- 6 338.71

82 Josh Worth – Colorado Mesa University 5 5 9-13 7 7 15- 4 336.69

83 Austin Mize – Ethan Goodwin U. of North Alabama 3 3 9-11 6 6 15- 4 334.68

84 Joseph Bruener – Nathan Doty McKendree University 4 4 9-13 6 6 15- 1 332.66

85 Harrison Hopkins – Jared Rascoe LSU Shrevepot 5 5 10- 6 7 7 14-10 330.65

86 Tyler Rivet – Jared Bascle Nicholls State University 2 2 4-11 7 7 14- 4 328.63

87 Luke O’Neal – Titus Stowe University of Louisiana at Monroe 5 5 8-11 7 7 14- 4 326.61

88 Austin Miles – Cooper Brown Colorado State University-Pueblo 2 2 4- 8 6 6 14- 3 324.60

89 Nathan Doss – Jackson Pardue University of North Alabama 5 5 13-12 5 5 13-12 322.58

90 Charles Norris – Lawrence Kuznik University of Louisiana, Lafayette 3 3 11-14 4 4 13-12 320.56

91 Jed Hebert – Jonathan Johnson University of Louisiana at LaFayet t5e 5 13-11 5 5 13-11 318.55

92 Michael Elkins – JT Thompson U. of North Alabama 5 5 13-10 5 5 13-10 316.53

93 Armando Ortiz – Dylan McKee Auburn University 5 5 10- 6 7 7 13- 7 314.52

94 Cade Fortenberry – Harrison Tabiolo River Parish Comm College 5 5 9- 6 7 7 13- 7 312.50

95 Jarred Jones – Devin Mobbs Jacksonville State University 5 5 12- 3 6 6 13- 6 310.48

96 Bryce White – Riley Sanders Southwest Mississippi Comm Coll e5ge 5 10- 9 6 6 13- 3 308.47

97 Zachariah Edwards – Drew Douglas University of Central Oklahoma 1 1 4-14 3 3 13- 3 306.45

98 Braxton Resweber – Samuel Richie University of Louisiana, Lafayette 2 2 3-11 7 7 13- 2 304.44

99 Eric Hanna – Jack Minnix Oklahoma State University 5 5 10- 7 6 6 13- 1 302.42

100 Cameron Gautreau – Andrew Tucker Nicholls State University 2 2 3-10 6 6 13- 1 300.40

101 Zach Vielhauer – Will Andrie Kansas State 5 5 11- 4 6 6 13- 0 298.39

102 Brandon Bland – Tyler Smith U. of South Alabama 1 1 3- 2 6 6 13- 0 296.37

103 Brennan Soileau – Garrett McDonald LA Tech 4 4 5- 9 8 8 13- 0 294.35

104 Kreston Phelps – Brandon Pope Northwestern State University 5 5 12-13 5 5 12-13 292.34

105 Kenny Wilkins – Connor Felstead Northern Michigan University 3 3 10- 6 4 4 12-10 290.32

106 Tanner Johnson – Jacob Wood LaGrange College 2 2 9- 2 4 4 12- 9 288.31

107 Mike Anderson – Zachary Schepf U. of Wisconsin Oshkosh 5 5 12- 6 5 5 12- 6 286.29

108 Patrick Pelt – Logan McEwen Auburn University 3 3 10- 1 4 4 12- 2 284.27

109 Chad Ziegler – Ross Kellermeier Bemidji State University 3 3 8-14 5 5 12- 2 282.26

110 Brant Lewis – Luke Harvey U. of West Alabama 5 5 12- 0 5 5 12- 0 280.24

111 Nathan Gibson – Josh Shapland Oklahoma State University 2 2 2-11 6 6 11-15 278.23

112 Jake Soto – Nathan Wood Dallas Baptist University 3 3 4- 8 6 6 11-11 276.21

113 Ryan Wood – Reid Strobl Dallas Baptist University 4 4 9-14 5 5 11- 7 274.19

114 Jackson Ebbers – Charlie DeShazer University of Nebraska 4 4 7-12 6 6 11- 4 272.18

115 Thor Swanson – Mitch Swanson Bemidji State University 5 5 9- 7 6 6 11- 3 270.16

116 Mekiah Jack – Chase McCrory Middle Tennessee State University 1 1 6-10 3 3 11- 2 268.15

117 Dillon Roberts – Ty Crutchfield Rogers State University 3 3 4- 2 6 6 11- 0 266.13

118 Dylan Friloux – Andre Adams University of Louisisana Lafayette 3 3 6- 4 4 4 10-15 264.11

119 Garrett Brown – Jordan Gantt LSU Shreveport 3 3 6- 1 5 5 10-15 262.10

120 Will Kaiser – Vala Zeinali Kent State University 4 4 8- 7 5 5 10-13 260.08

121 Austin Carr – Justin Carr Heartland Community College 3 3 7- 5 5 5 10-12 258.06

122 Chris Bradley – Collin McFeeters Southwestern Oklahoma State Un i0versity 0 0- 0 4 4 10-11 256.05

123 Cordell Beckman – Quinten Brown Greenville University 2 2 5- 3 4 4 10-11 254.03

124 Chizta Xiong – Justin Chromy St Cloud State University 2 2 4- 8 4 4 10-10 252.02

125 Stephen Harding – Greg Lundvick Texas State University 2 2 6- 1 4 4 10- 8 250.00

126 Justin Schick – Tyler Rocke Illinois State University 2 2 4- 6 4 4 10- 5 247.98

127 Kirk Stilwell – Cole Crossman Missouri State University 1 1 3- 2 4 4 10- 0 245.97

128 Miller Spivey – Chandler Sickafoose Wallace State Hanceville 4 4 6-10 5 5 9-10 243.95

129 Graham Godwin – Chad Jones Tarleton State University 4 4 7- 7 5 5 9- 7 241.94

130 Dylan Matherne – Brandon Daigle Southeastern Louisiana University 5 5 8-12 6 6 9- 1 239.92

131 Brent Rome Jr – Zachary Adams LSU 1 1 0-15 4 4 8-15 237.90

132 Hank Harrison – Mason Hamm Stephen F Austin State University 2 2 7- 3 3 3 8-15 235.89

133 Collin Belcher – Conner Gopffarth Texas Tech University 0 0 0- 0 5 5 8-13 233.87

134 Shon Messmer – Jeff Loesche Murray State University 0 0 0- 0 2 2 8-12 231.85

135 Colson Ginger – Robert White Texas A&M University 3 3 5- 8 5 5 8-11 229.84

136 John Authement – Matthew Benoits Nicholls State 3 3 6- 8 4 4 8- 9 227.82

137 Jacob Louis – Taylor Schmitt McKendree University 2 2 8- 7 2 2 8- 7 225.81

138 Josef Rogers – Taggert Tesdal Iowa State 4 4 8- 2 4 4 8- 2 223.79

139 Haden Holmes – James Whitacre Wallace State Hanceville 3 3 6- 2 4 4 7-15 221.77

140 Ethan Stokes – Will Lancett Arkansas Tech University 2 2 4- 8 4 4 7-13 219.76

141 Brandon Heizer – Gabe Dubois University of Missouri 3 3 4-14 4 4 7- 9 217.74

142 J T Russell – Jarrett Brown University of Montevallo 2 2 7- 6 2 2 7- 6 215.73

143 Joey Price – Bobby Fralix Clemson University 5 5 7- 5 5 5 7- 5 213.71

144 Hunter Whiteley – Reese Jones Kansas State University 2 2 4- 6 3 3 7- 4 211.69

145 Jared Stone – Matthew Ford Tarleton State University 1 1 3-15 2 2 7- 3 209.68

146 Philip Hilton – Alex Lindsey Mississippi State University 4 4 7- 2 4 4 7- 2 207.66

147 Matthew Bowden – Kyle Kontor Texas Tech University 0 0 0- 0 3 3 7- 1 205.65

148 Dylan Jebousek – Justin Faterkowski Tarleton State University 1 1 4- 9 2 2 6-13 203.63

149 Zachary Martin – Cole Emerson Murray State University 0 0 0- 0 3 3 6- 9 201.61

150 Chance Scott – Chris Brooks Greenville College 3 3 6- 8 3 3 6- 8 199.60

151 Zach Hartley – James Lenovicz Iowa State 1 1 1-14 3 3 6- 8 197.58

152 Jacob David – Nick Prestwood Tarleton State University 0 0 0- 0 3 3 6- 6 195.56

152 Corbin Davis – Michael Rollert Texas A&M University 0 0 0- 0 3 3 6- 6 195.56

154 Tyler Winn – Devin Duncan Northeastern State University 2 2 4-10 3 3 6- 4 191.53

155 Zachary Hansen – Aaron Wojtowicz University of Wisconsin Stout 2 2 3- 1 4 4 6- 3 189.52

156 Dakota Moore – Dawson Cranford University of Louisiana at LaFayet t0e 0 0- 0 4 4 6- 0 187.50

157 Caleb Gibson – Colin Adams Northeastern State University 2 2 6- 0 2 2 6- 0 185.48

158 Caleb Bundy – Alex Moore U. of Central Florida 2 2 3- 6 3 3 5- 9 183.47

159 John Moore – Clark Mannas Texas A&M University 0 0 0- 0 2 2 5- 6 181.45

160 Austin Finley – Hunter Ward Central Alabama Community Colle 1ge 1 2- 3 2 2 5- 6 179.44

161 Hunter Mills – Jordan Hartman Murray State University 1 1 2- 5 2 2 5- 5 177.42

162 Blaise Weimer – Ti Caughman Oklahoma State University 0 0 0- 0 3 3 5- 3 175.40

163 Hayden Williams – McNeese State University 0 0 0- 0 2 2 5- 3 173.39

164 Austin Mau – Isaac Johnson Bemidji State University 3 3 5- 2 3 3 5- 2 171.37

165 Zach Clisch – Adam Neu U. of Wisconsin Platteville 0 0 0- 0 2 2 5- 2 169.35

166 Kyle McAllen – Ethan Howe Northwestern State University 0 0 0- 0 3 3 5- 0 167.34

167 Ricky Huge – Benjamin Fouts Greenville University 1 1 3- 5 2 2 5- 0 165.32

168 Garrett Enders – Cody Huff Bethel University 0 0 0- 0 2 2 4-15 163.31

169 Corey Kelton – Kade Boone Southwest Mississippi Comm Coll e3ge 3 4-14 3 3 4-14 161.29

170 Jacob Schrimsher – Austen Willard Calhoun Comm College 2 2 4-13 2 2 4-13 159.27

171 Cameron Mercer – Blake Spradlin Auburn University 1 1 1-10 2 2 4-12 157.26

172 Zachary Asher – Avery Millis Kent State University 0 0 -1- 0 3 3 4-10 155.24

173 Drew Fazzino – Charles Vang University of Oklahoma 0 0 0- 0 3 3 4- 7 153.23

174 Bennett Pierce – Hampton Hasek Arkansas Tech University 0 0 0- 0 1 1 4- 7 151.21

175 Thomas Milstead – Jared Turnbloom University of Alabama 0 0 0- 0

SCHMITT MAINTAINS LEAD ON DAY TWO OF FLW TOUR AT LAKE OKEECHOBEE PRESENTED BY EVINRUDE

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SCHMITT MAINTAINS LEAD ON DAY TWO OF FLW TOUR AT LAKE OKEECHOBEE PRESENTED BY EVINRUDE

SCHMITT MAINTAINS LEAD ON DAY TWO OF FLW TOUR AT LAKE OKEECHOBEE PRESENTED BY EVINRUDE

Florida’s Mathews Wins Co-angler Title, $20k

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CLEWISTON, Fla. (Jan. 26, 2018) – Day One leader Bryan Schmitt of Deale, Maryland, brought a five-bass limit to the scale Friday weighing 23 pounds, 8 ounces, to slightly extend his lead after Day Two of the FLW Tour at Lake Okeechobee presented by Evinrude. He’ll bring a slim 14-ounce lead over General Tire pro Mark Rose of West Memphis, Arkansas, into Day Three of the four-day event that featured a field of 376 of the world’s best bass-fishing professionals casting for top awards of up to $125,000.

Local pro Brandon McMillan of Clewiston leads the local contingent with 36-13, good for eighth place, while Clewiston’s Scott Martin sits in 12th place with 33-13. Brandon’s little brother, Jared McMillan of Belle Glade, also made the top-30 cut and will start Day Three in 15th place with 33-8. The field is now cut to 30 for Saturday’s competition with only the top 10 anglers advancing to championship Sunday.

“I went back to my same spot where I caught them yesterday and kind of expanded on my area today,” said Schmitt, a two-time Forrest Wood Cup qualifier. “There was a little more boat traffic in there today, and it took me a while to get into a new comfort zone. I caught probably 12 fish today – five good ones – but most of my weight came between 12 and 3.”

Schmitt is sharing the area with many of the tournament leaders, including the Johnston brothers from Canada. He said that all of his fish that he weighed in came on a different bait than yesterday.

“I had to change to a different bait today – a Riot Baits Recon (vibrating jig),” Schmitt continued. “At this point there aren’t many secrets and we all know what each other are doing. It’s going to come down to whoever gets lucky over the next two days. The winning fish are there. The potential for a 30-pound limit is sitting right there.

“There are definitely some fish spawning. And there are still some coming in. I think it’s the perfect storm.”

The top 30 pros that made the cut and will fish Saturday on Lake Okeechobee are:

1st:          Bryan Schmitt, Deale, Md., 10 bass, 48-3
2nd:         General Tire pro Mark Rose, West Memphis, Ark., 10 bass, 47-5
3rd:         Chris Johnston, Peterborough, Ontario, Canada, 10 bass, 43-1
4th:         Tim Frederick, Leesburg, Fla., 10 bass, 42-3
5th:         Christopher Brasher, Longview, Texas, 10 bass, 38-15
6th:         Power-Pole pro Cory Johnston, Cavan, Ontario, Canada, 10 bass, 36-15
7th:         Brandon Mosley, Choctaw, Okla., 10 bass, 36-15
8th:         Brandon McMillan, Clewiston, Fla., 10 bass, 36-13
9th:         Tyler Stewart, West Monroe, La., 10 bass, 35-1
10th:       Brett Preuett, Monroe, La., 10 bass, 34-13
11th:       Cody Meyer, Auburn, Calif., 10 bass, 33-15
12th:       Scott Martin, Clewiston, Fla., 10 bass, 33-13
13th:       Casey Scanlon, Lake Ozark, Mo., 10 bass, 33-12
14th:       Jeremy Lawyer, Sarcoxie, Mo., 10 bass, 33-9
15th:       Jared McMillan, Belle Glade, Fla., 10 bass, 33-8
16th:       Quaker State pro Scott Canterbury, Odenville, Ala., 10 bass, 33-6
17th:       Chad Morgenthaler, Reeds Spring, Mo., 10 bass, 33-2
18th:       Michael Neal, Dayton, Tenn., 10 bass, 33-1
19th:       David Nichol, Gainesville, Ga., 10 bass, 32-2
20th:       James Watson, Lampe, Mo., 10 bass, 31-15
21st:        Barry Wilson, Birmingham, Ala., 10 bass, 31-4
22nd:       Jay Kendrick, Grant, Ala., 10 bass, 30-10
23rd:       Kerry Milner, Bono, Ark., 10 bass, 30-6
24th:       J.T. Kenney, Palm Bay, Fla., 10 bass, 30-5
25th:       Zell Rowland, Montgomery, Texas, 10 bass, 30-3
26th:       Billy McCaghren, Mayflower, Ark., 10 bass, 30-1
27th:       James Niggemeyer, Van, Texas, 10 bass, 29-15
28th:       David Williams, Maiden, N.C., 10 bass, 29-11
29th:       Matt Becker, Finleyville, Pa., 10 bass, 29-8
30th:       Alex Davis, Albertville, Ala., 10 bass, 29-1

Full results for the entire field can be found at FLWFishing.com.

Rose earned Friday’s $500 Simms Big Bass award in the pro division thanks to an 8-pound, 9-ounce largemouth.

Overall there were 847 bass weighing 2,043 pounds, 9 ounces caught by 184 pros Friday. The catch included 152 five-bass limits.

Jeffrey Mathews of Maitland, Florida, won the co-angler division and $20,000 Friday with a two-day total of 10 bass weighing 42 pounds, 1 ounce, followed by Tyler Woolcott of Port Orange, Florida, who finished in second place with 10 bass weighing 37 pounds, 15 ounces, worth $7,600.

The top 10 co-anglers finished:

1st:          Jeffrey Mathews, Maitland, Fla., 10 bass, 42-1, $20,000
2nd:         Tyler Woolcott, Port Orange, Fla., 10 bass, 37-15, $7,600
3rd:         Robby Frashier, Carrollton, Ga., 10 bass, 35-12, $5,050
4th:         Shawn Wildt, Bullard, Texas, 10 bass, 32-7, $4,000
5th:         Timothy Sisk, Gastonia, N.C., 10 bass, 32-6, $3,250
6th:         Theron Asbery, Grove, Okla., 10 bass, 28-9, $2,500
7th:         Howard Poitevint, Bainbridge, Ga., 10 bass, 26-15, $2,000
8th:         Kevin Hatfield, Royal Palm Beach, Fla., 10 bass, 26-4, $1,800
9th:         Jordan Thompkins, Myrtle Beach, S.C., 10 bass, 26-1, $1,700
10th:       George Kapiton, Inverness, Fla., 10 bass, 26-0, $1,600

Full results for co-anglers can be found at FLWFishing.com.

Sisk earned $250 for the Simms Big Bass award in the co-angler division Friday with an 8-pound, 10-ounce largemouth.

Overall there were 590 bass weighing 1,127 pounds even caught by 162 co-anglers Friday. The catch included 75 five-bass limits.

In FLW Tour competition, pros and co-anglers are randomly paired each day, with pros supplying the boat, controlling boat movement and competing against other pros. Co-anglers fish from the back deck against other co-anglers. The full field of 376 anglers competed in the two-day opening round. Co-angler competition concluded following Friday’s weigh-in, while the top 30 pros based on their two-day accumulated weight advance to Saturday. Only the top 10 pros continue competition Sunday, with the winner determined by the heaviest accumulated weight from the four days of competition.

The total purse for the FLW Tour at Lake Okeechobee presented by Evinrude is more than $930,000, including $10,000 through 60th place in the Pro division. The tournament is hosted by Roland & Mary Ann Martin’s Marina and Resort and the Hendry County Tourism Development Council.

Throughout the season, anglers are also vying for valuable points in hopes of qualifying for the 2018 Forrest Wood Cup, the world championship of professional bass fishing. The 2018 Forrest Wood Cup will be on Lake Ouachita in Hot Springs, Arkansas, Aug. 10-12 and is hosted by the Arkansas Department of Parks and Tourism and Visit Hot Springs.

Anglers will take off at 7:30 a.m. EST each day from Roland & Mary Ann Martin’s Marina and Resort, located at 920 E. Del Monte, Ave., in Clewiston. Friday’s weigh-ins, Jan. 26, will be held at the resort beginning at 3 p.m. Saturday and Sunday’s weigh-ins, Jan. 27-28, will also be held at the resort, but will begin at 4 p.m.

Prior to the weigh-ins Saturday and Sunday, Jan. 27-28, FLW will host a free Family Fishing Expo at Roland & Mary Ann Martin’s Marina and Resort from noon to 4 p.m. each day. The Expo is a chance for fishing fans to meet their favorite anglers, enjoy interactive games, activities and giveaways provided by FLW sponsors, and learn more about the sport of fishing and other outdoor activities.

Also for youth, the FLW Foundation’s Unified Fishing Derby will be held at the marina on Saturday, Jan. 27 from 9-11 a.m. The event is hosted by FLW Foundation pro Cody Kelley along with other FLW Tour anglers, and is free and open to anyone under the age of 18 and Special Olympics athletes. Rods and reels are available for use, but youth are encouraged to bring their own if they own one. The 1st and 2nd place anglers that catch the biggest fish will be recognized Saturday on the FLW Tour stage, just prior to the pros weighing in.

Television coverage of the FLW Tour at Lake Okeechobee presented by Evinrude will premiere in high-definition (HD) on NBC Sports Network (NBCSN) March 28 from Noon-1 p.m. EST. The Emmy-nominated “FLW” television show airs on NBCSN, the Pursuit Channel and the World Fishing Network and is broadcast to more than 564 million households worldwide.

For complete details and updated information visit FLWFishing.com. For regular updates, photos, tournament news and more, follow the sport’s top anglers on the FLW Tour on FLW’s social media outlets at Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Snapchat.

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