04-06-2009, 12:10 PM
DECATUR, ALABAMA. - Three previous Bassmaster Clase a wealth of unique content will also be available at Bassmaster.com. Also this week on Bassmaster.com, fans can get daily, live Hooked Up updates, featuring BASS emcee Keith Alan, throughout each day's competition at noon, 2 p.m. and 3 p.m.
Jones fished a couple of areas throughout the day before finding his honey hole. The five-time BASS event winner was able to haul in four bass from one location that included a largemouth that tipped the scales at 7 pounds, the big bass of day.
"I caught four of the fish I weighed-in today in about 30 minutes," said Jones. "I knew this spot had potential to cough up good quality bites. I also lost a 3-pounder from here."
Jones is holding his tackle and strategy close to his chest as other anglers were competing nearby. He is concerned about Friday as a thunderstorm unloaded during the weigh-in.
"Tomorrow will be a different stroke when the wind comes around from the opposite direction," Jones said. "We will play that game when it comes."
Omori moved around Wheeler Lake frequently and used fast moving baits to boat his limit. He is not sure about Friday's second day of competition because of the continuing rain.
"I probably caught 12 keepers today, with the biggest being 6-9," said Omori, who had other pros close. "It was a quirky day. I got bites right before the storm came. Tomorrow will be a different day."
Iaconelli, who finished second at the 2009 Bassmaster Classic, also fished a lot of areas and a variety of lures to boat his limit. He was shocked at his actual weight after estimating a 15-pound bag prior to weigh-in, that included a large kicker fish.
"I had one in there that I estimated was a four-pounder, but it actually ended up being 6-9 so that helps a little bit," said Iaconelli of Runnemede, N.J. "I've had three tournaments in a row where I have found nothing in practice. I went out today with 15 rods on the deck and basically went junk fishing and I was able to put it together.
He was able to catch fish throughout the day up until the weather front moved in close to check-in.
"Unlike a lot of the guys in here, I don't have anything solid or a specific area, I don't have a pattern so I am just fishing," said Iaconelli. "I'm catching them on multiple different kinds of baits, I caught them as shallow as a foot-and-a-half and I caught my deepest one in about 20 feet of water."
Rounding out the top five are Rick Morris of Virginia Beach, Va., with 16-13 for fourth position, while Randy Howell of Springville, Ala., is in fifth with 16-6.
Almost the entire field brought a five-fish limit to the scales on Thursday - 97 to be exact. Other notables include last week's Elite Series champ Mark Menendez of Paducah, Ky., in seventh and 2009 Bassmaster Classic champion Skeet Reese of Auburn, Calif., in eighth.
If Jones can hang onto the lead throughout the event, he could overtake the No. 1 position for the Toyota Tundra Bassmaster Angler of the Year title. He currently is in second with 514 points, with four-time AOY winner Kevin VanDam in first with 560 points.
After Friday, the field will be cut to the top 50 competitors. The final day of competition, Sunday, will feature the top 12 anglers. With 1,063 miles of shoreline, Wheeler is the largest of three Alabama lakes that connect with the Tennessee River. It has been the host of 10 BASS events, including the 1974 Bassmaster Classic and also will feature the second Bassmaster Southern Open of 2009, set for April 30-May 2.
The Evan Williams Bourbon Dixie Duel includes a top prize of $100,000 and awards valuable points in the 2009 Toyota Tundra Bassmaster Angler of the Year title race. Fans are encouraged to attend daily launches (7:15 a.m. CT) and weigh-ins (4 p.m.) through Sunday at Ingalls Harbor, 701 Market Street NW, Decatur.
At 1:30 p.m. Saturday, fans are invited to experience Bassmaster University, which includes the "Ask the Experts" session with the Elite pros at 3 p.m.
Sunday's activities include the live taping of Hooked Up, hosted by ESPN Outdoors personalities Mark Zona and Tommy Sanders. The show, which will air live at 4:30 p.m. ET on Bassmaster.com, will preview Sunday's final weigh-in.
Other activities Saturday and Sunday at the Dixie Duel will begin at 12 p.m. CT at Ingalls Harbor, featuring the popular Dog Training & Retriever Demonstrations Brought To You By SportDog. The fun also includes Skeeter boat demos; a rock-climbing wall presented by the U.S. Army; Jubilee Hot Air Balloon rides; an American Red Cross blood drive; the Just Add Kidz moonwalk, obstacle course and super slide; a BTK Motorsports booth with kart demonstrations; and the Sci Quest Hands-on Science Center for kids.
For more information, contact BASS Communications at (407) 566-2208 or visit Bassmaster.com. Visit ESPNOutdoorsMedia.com for ESPN Outdoors' latest releases, schedules, other news, plus photos and more.
Local sponsor of the Dixie Duel is the Decatur-Morgan County Convention & Visitors Bureau.
Sponsors of the Bassmaster Elite Series: Toyota Trucks, Berkley, BOOYAH Baits, Evan Williams Bourbon, Mercury, OPTIMA Batteries, Skeeter Boats, Yamaha Marine; Bass Pro Shops, Costa Del Mar, Ramada, SpongeTech and Triton Boats.
About BASS
For more than 40 years, BASS has served as the authority on bass fishing. With its considerable multi-media platforms and expansive tournament trail, BASS is guided by its mission to serve all fishing fans. Through its industry-leading publications Bassmaster Magazine, BASS Times and Fishing Tackle Retailer and comprehensive Web properties in ESPN360.com, ESPN's sports broadband network, Bassmaster.com, BASSInsider.com and ESPNOutdoors.com, the organization is committed to delivering content true to the lifestyle. Additionally, television programming on ESPN2 continues to provide relevant content - from tips and techniques to in-depth tournament coverage - to passionate audiences.
The organization oversees the prestigious Bassmaster tournament trail, which includes the Bassmaster Elite Series, Bassmaster Opens, Women's Bassmaster Tour and the Bassmaster Classic, the ultimate celebration of competitive fishing. Through its grassroots network, the BASS Federation Nation, BASS sanctions more than 20,000 events annually.
BASS also offers an array of services to its more than 500,000 members while spearheading progressive, positive change on issues related to conservation and water access. The organization is headquartered in Celebration, Fla.
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Media Contact: Anthony Bartkowski; (407) 744-4566 or anthony.a.bartkowski@espn.com.
EVAN WILLIAMS BOURBON DIXIE DUEL DAY 1
2009 Dixie Duel 4/2-4/5
Lake Wheeler, Decatur AL.<br />
(PROFESSIONAL) Standings Day 1
Angler Hometown No./lbs-oz Pts Total $$$
1. Alton Jones Waco, TX 5 17-12 305<br />
Day 1: 5 17-12<br />
2. Takahiro Omori Emory, TX 5 17-08 295<br />
Day 1: 5 17-08<br />
3. Michael Iaconelli Runnemede, NJ 5 17-01 290<br />
Day 1: 5 17-01<br />
4. Rick Morris Virginia Beach, VA 5 16-13 285<br />
Day 1: 5 16-13<br />
5. Randy Howell Springville, AL 5 16-06 280<br />
Day 1: 5 16-06<br />
6. Tommy Biffle Wagoner, OK 5 16-02 276<br />
Day 1: 5 16-02<br />
7. Mark Menendez Paducah, KY 5 16-01 272<br />
Day 1: 5 16-01<br />
8. Skeet Reese Auburn, CA 5 15-10 268<br />
Day 1: 5 15-10<br />
9. Jason Williamson Aiken, SC 5 15-07 264<br />
Day 1: 5 15-07<br />
10. Timmy Horton Muscle Shoals, AL 5 15-02 260<br />
Day 1: 5 15-02<br />
10. Ish Monroe Hughson, CA 5 15-02 260<br />
Day 1: 5 15-02<br />
12. Todd Faircloth Jasper, TX 5 14-15 254<br />
Day 1: 5 14-15<br />
13. Cliff Pace Petal, MS 5 14-14 251<br />
Day 1: 5 14-14<br />
14. Scott Campbell Springfield, MO 5 14-12 248<br />
Day 1: 5 14-12<br />
15. Mark Davis Mount Ida, AR 5 14-07 245<br />
Day 1: 5 14-07<br />
16. Gary Klein Weatherford, TX 5 14-00 243<br />
Day 1: 5 14-00<br />
17. Boyd Duckett Demopolis, AL 5 13-15 241<br />
Day 1: 5 13-15<br />
18. Brian Clark Haltom City, TX 5 13-14 239<br />
Day 1: 5 13-14<br />
18. Jason Quinn York, SC 5 13-14 239<br />
Day 1: 5 13-14<br />
20. Russ Lane Prattville, AL 5 13-13 235<br />
Day 1: 5 13-13<br />
21. Marty Robinson Lyman, SC 5 13-11 233<br />
Day 1: 5 13-11<br />
22. Brent Chapman Lake Quivira, KS 5 13-10 231<br />
Day 1: 5 13-10<br />
22. Aaron Martens Leeds, AL 5 13-10 231<br />
Day 1: 5 13-10<br />
24. Chad Griffin Cresson, TX 5 13-09 227<br />
Day 1: 5 13-09<br />
25. Edwin Evers Talala, OK 5 13-06 225<br />
Day 1: 5 13-06<br />
26. J Todd Tucker Moultrie, GA 5 13-05 223<br />
Day 1: 5 13-05<br />
27. Jeff Connella Bentley, LA 5 13-03 221<br />
Day 1: 5 13-03<br />
28. Bradley Hallman Norman, OK 5 13-01 219<br />
Day 1: 5 13-01<br />
29. Todd Auten Lake Wylie, SC 5 12-12 217<br />
Day 1: 5 12-12<br />
29. Matt Herren Trussville, AL 5 12-12 217<br />
Day 1: 5 12-12<br />
31. Casey Ashley Donalds, SC 5 12-11 213<br />
Day 1: 5 12-11<br />
31. Matthew Sphar Pavilion, NY 5 12-11 213<br />
Day 1: 5 12-11<br />
33. Steve Kennedy Auburn, AL 5 12-09 209<br />
Day 1: 5 12-09<br />
34. Dave Wolak Wake Forest, NC 5 12-06 207<br />
Day 1: 5 12-06<br />
35. Dean Rojas Lake Havasu City, AZ 5 12-03 205<br />
Day 1: 5 12-03<br />
36. Kevin VanDam Kalamazoo, MI 5 12-02 203<br />
Day 1: 5 12-02<br />
36. Byron Velvick Del Rio, TX 5 12-02 203<br />
Day 1: 5 12-02<br />
38. Pat Golden High Point, NC 5 12-01 199<br />
Day 1: 5 12-01<br />
39. Kenyon Hill Norman, OK 5 12-00 197<br />
Day 1: 5 12-00<br />
40. Jami Fralick Martin, SD 5 11-13 195<br />
Day 1: 5 11-13<br />
41. Stephen Browning Hot Springs National Pa 5 11-11 193<br />
Day 1: 5 11-11<br />
41. Matt Reed Madisonville, TX 5 11-11 193<br />
Day 1: 5 11-11<br />
41. Dustin Wilks Rocky Mount, NC 5 11-11 193<br />
Day 1: 5 11-11<br />
44. Pete Ponds Madison, MS 5 11-10 187<br />
Day 1: 5 11-10<br />
45. Greg Hackney Gonzales, LA 5 11-09 185<br />
Day 1: 5 11-09<br />
45. Mark Tucker Saint Louis, MO 5 11-09 185<br />
Day 1: 5 11-09<br />
47. Paul Elias Laurel, MS 5 11-08 181<br />
Day 1: 5 11-08<br />
48. James Niggemeyer Van, TX 5 11-07 179<br />
Day 1: 5 11-07<br />
48. Peter E Thliveros St Augustine, FL 5 11-07 179<br />
Day 1: 5 11-07<br />
50. Charlie Hartley Grove City, OH 5 11-06 175<br />
Day 1: 5 11-06<br />
50. Bill Lowen North Bend, OH 5 11-06 175<br />
Day 1: 5 11-06<br />
50. Bernie Schultz Gainesville, FL 5 11-06 175<br />
Day 1: 5 11-06<br />
53. Terry Butcher Talala, OK 5 11-04 169<br />
Day 1: 5 11-04<br />
54. Vince Fulks Purcell, OK 5 11-03 167<br />
Day 1: 5 11-03<br />
55. Kevin Wirth Crestwood, KY 5 11-03 165<br />
Day 1: 5 11-03<br />
56. Billy Mccaghren Mayflower, AR 5 11-01 163<br />
Day 1: 5 11-01<br />
57. Greg Vinson Wetumpka, AL 5 11-00 161<br />
Day 1: 5 11-00<br />
58. Jared Lintner Arroyo Grande, CA 5 10-12 159<br />
Day 1: 5 10-12<br />
58. Marty Stone Fayetteville, NC 5 10-12 159<br />
Day 1: 5 10-12<br />
60. Denny Brauer Camdenton, MO 5 10-11 155<br />
Day 1: 5 10-11<br />
60. Davy Hite Ninety Six, SC 5 10-11 155<br />
Day 1: 5 10-11<br />
60. Kotaro Kiriyama Moody, AL 5 10-11 155<br />
Day 1: 5 10-11<br />
60. Jeff Kriet Ardmore, OK 5 10-11 155<br />
Day 1: 5 10-11<br />
64. Guy Eaker Cherryville, NC 5 10-09 147<br />
Day 1: 5 10-09<br />
64. Derek Remitz Grant, AL 5 10-09 147<br />
Day 1: 5 10-09<br />
66. Brian Snowden Reeds Spring, MO 5 10-07 143<br />
Day 1: 5 10-07<br />
67. Mark Burgess Norton, MA 3 10-07 141<br />
Day 1: 3 10-07<br />
68. Kelly Jordon Mineola, TX 5 10-04 139<br />
Day 1: 5 10-04<br />
68. John Murray Phoenix, AZ 5 10-04 139<br />
Day 1: 5 10-04<br />
70. Morizo Shimizu Osaka JAPAN 5 10-02 135<br />
Day 1: 5 10-02<br />
71. Bobby Lane Lakeland, FL 5 10-01 133<br />
Day 1: 5 10-01<br />
71. Mike McClelland Bella Vista, AR 5 10-01 133<br />
Day 1: 5 10-01<br />
71. Yusuke Miyazaki Forney, TX 5 10-01 133<br />
Day 1: 5 10-01<br />
74. Britt Myers Lake Wylie, SC 5 10-00 127<br />
Day 1: 5 10-00<br />
74. Clark Reehm Russellville, AR 5 10-00 127<br />
Day 1: 5 10-00<br />
76. Jon Bondy Windsor CANADA 5 09-15 123<br />
Day 1: 5 09-15<br />
77. Zell Rowland Montgomery, TX 5 09-13 121<br />
Day 1: 5 09-13<br />
78. Jimmy Mize Ben Lomond, AR 5 09-08 119<br />
Day 1: 5 09-08<br />
79. Chris Lane Lakeland, FL 5 09-05 117<br />
Day 1: 5 09-05<br />
80. Mike Wurm Hot Springs, AR 5 09-02 115<br />
Day 1: 5 09-02<br />
81. Jim Murray Arabi, GA 5 08-15 113<br />
Day 1: 5 08-15<br />
81. Mark Tyler Vian, OK 5 08-15 113<br />
Day 1: 5 08-15<br />
83. Rick Clunn Ava, MO 5 08-13 109<br />
Day 1: 5 08-13<br />
84. Luke Gritter Kalamazoo, MI 5 08-11 107<br />
Day 1: 5 08-11<br />
85. Jeff Reynolds Idabel, OK 5 08-09 105<br />
Day 1: 5 08-09<br />
85. Jeremy Starks Charleston, WV 5 08-09 105<br />
Day 1: 5 08-09<br />
87. Shaw E Grigsby Gainesville, FL 5 08-02 101<br />
Day 1: 5 08-02<br />
87. Terry Scroggins San Mateo, FL 5 08-02 101<br />
Day 1: 5 08-02<br />
89. Kevin Short Mayflower, AR 5 08-01 97<br />
Day 1: 5 08-01<br />
90. Fred Roumbanis Bixby, OK 5 08-00 95<br />
Day 1: 5 08-00<br />
90. David Smith Del City, OK 5 08-00 95<br />
Day 1: 5 08-00<br />
92. Grant Goldbeck Gaithersburg, MD 5 07-13 91<br />
Day 1: 5 07-13<br />
93. Ken D Cook Lawton, OK 5 07-08 89<br />
Day 1: 5 07-08<br />
94. John Crews Salem, VA 5 07-05 87<br />
Day 1: 5 07-05<br />
95. Brent Broderick Oregonia, OH 4 07-02 85<br />
Day 1: 4 07-02<br />
96. Wade Grooms Bonneau, SC 5 07-01 83<br />
Day 1: 5 07-01<br />
97. Gerald Swindle Warrior, AL 5 07-00 81<br />
Day 1: 5 07-00<br />
98. Kevin Langill Terrell, NC 5 06-11 79<br />
Day 1: 5 06-11<br />
99. Scott Rook Little Rock, AR 5 06-09 77<br />
Day 1: 5 06-09<br />
100. Elton Luce Jr. Brookeland, TX 3 05-13 76<br />
Day 1: 3 05-13<br />
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BIG BASS<br />
Day<br />
1 Alton Jones Waco, TX 07-00 $0.00
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Totals<br />
Day #Limits #Fish Weight<br />
1 97 495 1147-08<br />
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97 495 1147-08
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Jones fished a couple of areas throughout the day before finding his honey hole. The five-time BASS event winner was able to haul in four bass from one location that included a largemouth that tipped the scales at 7 pounds, the big bass of day.
"I caught four of the fish I weighed-in today in about 30 minutes," said Jones. "I knew this spot had potential to cough up good quality bites. I also lost a 3-pounder from here."
Jones is holding his tackle and strategy close to his chest as other anglers were competing nearby. He is concerned about Friday as a thunderstorm unloaded during the weigh-in.
"Tomorrow will be a different stroke when the wind comes around from the opposite direction," Jones said. "We will play that game when it comes."
Omori moved around Wheeler Lake frequently and used fast moving baits to boat his limit. He is not sure about Friday's second day of competition because of the continuing rain.
"I probably caught 12 keepers today, with the biggest being 6-9," said Omori, who had other pros close. "It was a quirky day. I got bites right before the storm came. Tomorrow will be a different day."
Iaconelli, who finished second at the 2009 Bassmaster Classic, also fished a lot of areas and a variety of lures to boat his limit. He was shocked at his actual weight after estimating a 15-pound bag prior to weigh-in, that included a large kicker fish.
"I had one in there that I estimated was a four-pounder, but it actually ended up being 6-9 so that helps a little bit," said Iaconelli of Runnemede, N.J. "I've had three tournaments in a row where I have found nothing in practice. I went out today with 15 rods on the deck and basically went junk fishing and I was able to put it together.
He was able to catch fish throughout the day up until the weather front moved in close to check-in.
"Unlike a lot of the guys in here, I don't have anything solid or a specific area, I don't have a pattern so I am just fishing," said Iaconelli. "I'm catching them on multiple different kinds of baits, I caught them as shallow as a foot-and-a-half and I caught my deepest one in about 20 feet of water."
Rounding out the top five are Rick Morris of Virginia Beach, Va., with 16-13 for fourth position, while Randy Howell of Springville, Ala., is in fifth with 16-6.
Almost the entire field brought a five-fish limit to the scales on Thursday - 97 to be exact. Other notables include last week's Elite Series champ Mark Menendez of Paducah, Ky., in seventh and 2009 Bassmaster Classic champion Skeet Reese of Auburn, Calif., in eighth.
If Jones can hang onto the lead throughout the event, he could overtake the No. 1 position for the Toyota Tundra Bassmaster Angler of the Year title. He currently is in second with 514 points, with four-time AOY winner Kevin VanDam in first with 560 points.
After Friday, the field will be cut to the top 50 competitors. The final day of competition, Sunday, will feature the top 12 anglers. With 1,063 miles of shoreline, Wheeler is the largest of three Alabama lakes that connect with the Tennessee River. It has been the host of 10 BASS events, including the 1974 Bassmaster Classic and also will feature the second Bassmaster Southern Open of 2009, set for April 30-May 2.
The Evan Williams Bourbon Dixie Duel includes a top prize of $100,000 and awards valuable points in the 2009 Toyota Tundra Bassmaster Angler of the Year title race. Fans are encouraged to attend daily launches (7:15 a.m. CT) and weigh-ins (4 p.m.) through Sunday at Ingalls Harbor, 701 Market Street NW, Decatur.
At 1:30 p.m. Saturday, fans are invited to experience Bassmaster University, which includes the "Ask the Experts" session with the Elite pros at 3 p.m.
Sunday's activities include the live taping of Hooked Up, hosted by ESPN Outdoors personalities Mark Zona and Tommy Sanders. The show, which will air live at 4:30 p.m. ET on Bassmaster.com, will preview Sunday's final weigh-in.
Other activities Saturday and Sunday at the Dixie Duel will begin at 12 p.m. CT at Ingalls Harbor, featuring the popular Dog Training & Retriever Demonstrations Brought To You By SportDog. The fun also includes Skeeter boat demos; a rock-climbing wall presented by the U.S. Army; Jubilee Hot Air Balloon rides; an American Red Cross blood drive; the Just Add Kidz moonwalk, obstacle course and super slide; a BTK Motorsports booth with kart demonstrations; and the Sci Quest Hands-on Science Center for kids.
For more information, contact BASS Communications at (407) 566-2208 or visit Bassmaster.com. Visit ESPNOutdoorsMedia.com for ESPN Outdoors' latest releases, schedules, other news, plus photos and more.
Local sponsor of the Dixie Duel is the Decatur-Morgan County Convention & Visitors Bureau.
Sponsors of the Bassmaster Elite Series: Toyota Trucks, Berkley, BOOYAH Baits, Evan Williams Bourbon, Mercury, OPTIMA Batteries, Skeeter Boats, Yamaha Marine; Bass Pro Shops, Costa Del Mar, Ramada, SpongeTech and Triton Boats.
About BASS
For more than 40 years, BASS has served as the authority on bass fishing. With its considerable multi-media platforms and expansive tournament trail, BASS is guided by its mission to serve all fishing fans. Through its industry-leading publications Bassmaster Magazine, BASS Times and Fishing Tackle Retailer and comprehensive Web properties in ESPN360.com, ESPN's sports broadband network, Bassmaster.com, BASSInsider.com and ESPNOutdoors.com, the organization is committed to delivering content true to the lifestyle. Additionally, television programming on ESPN2 continues to provide relevant content - from tips and techniques to in-depth tournament coverage - to passionate audiences.
The organization oversees the prestigious Bassmaster tournament trail, which includes the Bassmaster Elite Series, Bassmaster Opens, Women's Bassmaster Tour and the Bassmaster Classic, the ultimate celebration of competitive fishing. Through its grassroots network, the BASS Federation Nation, BASS sanctions more than 20,000 events annually.
BASS also offers an array of services to its more than 500,000 members while spearheading progressive, positive change on issues related to conservation and water access. The organization is headquartered in Celebration, Fla.
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Media Contact: Anthony Bartkowski; (407) 744-4566 or anthony.a.bartkowski@espn.com.
EVAN WILLIAMS BOURBON DIXIE DUEL DAY 1
2009 Dixie Duel 4/2-4/5
Lake Wheeler, Decatur AL.<br />
(PROFESSIONAL) Standings Day 1
Angler Hometown No./lbs-oz Pts Total $$$
1. Alton Jones Waco, TX 5 17-12 305<br />
Day 1: 5 17-12<br />
2. Takahiro Omori Emory, TX 5 17-08 295<br />
Day 1: 5 17-08<br />
3. Michael Iaconelli Runnemede, NJ 5 17-01 290<br />
Day 1: 5 17-01<br />
4. Rick Morris Virginia Beach, VA 5 16-13 285<br />
Day 1: 5 16-13<br />
5. Randy Howell Springville, AL 5 16-06 280<br />
Day 1: 5 16-06<br />
6. Tommy Biffle Wagoner, OK 5 16-02 276<br />
Day 1: 5 16-02<br />
7. Mark Menendez Paducah, KY 5 16-01 272<br />
Day 1: 5 16-01<br />
8. Skeet Reese Auburn, CA 5 15-10 268<br />
Day 1: 5 15-10<br />
9. Jason Williamson Aiken, SC 5 15-07 264<br />
Day 1: 5 15-07<br />
10. Timmy Horton Muscle Shoals, AL 5 15-02 260<br />
Day 1: 5 15-02<br />
10. Ish Monroe Hughson, CA 5 15-02 260<br />
Day 1: 5 15-02<br />
12. Todd Faircloth Jasper, TX 5 14-15 254<br />
Day 1: 5 14-15<br />
13. Cliff Pace Petal, MS 5 14-14 251<br />
Day 1: 5 14-14<br />
14. Scott Campbell Springfield, MO 5 14-12 248<br />
Day 1: 5 14-12<br />
15. Mark Davis Mount Ida, AR 5 14-07 245<br />
Day 1: 5 14-07<br />
16. Gary Klein Weatherford, TX 5 14-00 243<br />
Day 1: 5 14-00<br />
17. Boyd Duckett Demopolis, AL 5 13-15 241<br />
Day 1: 5 13-15<br />
18. Brian Clark Haltom City, TX 5 13-14 239<br />
Day 1: 5 13-14<br />
18. Jason Quinn York, SC 5 13-14 239<br />
Day 1: 5 13-14<br />
20. Russ Lane Prattville, AL 5 13-13 235<br />
Day 1: 5 13-13<br />
21. Marty Robinson Lyman, SC 5 13-11 233<br />
Day 1: 5 13-11<br />
22. Brent Chapman Lake Quivira, KS 5 13-10 231<br />
Day 1: 5 13-10<br />
22. Aaron Martens Leeds, AL 5 13-10 231<br />
Day 1: 5 13-10<br />
24. Chad Griffin Cresson, TX 5 13-09 227<br />
Day 1: 5 13-09<br />
25. Edwin Evers Talala, OK 5 13-06 225<br />
Day 1: 5 13-06<br />
26. J Todd Tucker Moultrie, GA 5 13-05 223<br />
Day 1: 5 13-05<br />
27. Jeff Connella Bentley, LA 5 13-03 221<br />
Day 1: 5 13-03<br />
28. Bradley Hallman Norman, OK 5 13-01 219<br />
Day 1: 5 13-01<br />
29. Todd Auten Lake Wylie, SC 5 12-12 217<br />
Day 1: 5 12-12<br />
29. Matt Herren Trussville, AL 5 12-12 217<br />
Day 1: 5 12-12<br />
31. Casey Ashley Donalds, SC 5 12-11 213<br />
Day 1: 5 12-11<br />
31. Matthew Sphar Pavilion, NY 5 12-11 213<br />
Day 1: 5 12-11<br />
33. Steve Kennedy Auburn, AL 5 12-09 209<br />
Day 1: 5 12-09<br />
34. Dave Wolak Wake Forest, NC 5 12-06 207<br />
Day 1: 5 12-06<br />
35. Dean Rojas Lake Havasu City, AZ 5 12-03 205<br />
Day 1: 5 12-03<br />
36. Kevin VanDam Kalamazoo, MI 5 12-02 203<br />
Day 1: 5 12-02<br />
36. Byron Velvick Del Rio, TX 5 12-02 203<br />
Day 1: 5 12-02<br />
38. Pat Golden High Point, NC 5 12-01 199<br />
Day 1: 5 12-01<br />
39. Kenyon Hill Norman, OK 5 12-00 197<br />
Day 1: 5 12-00<br />
40. Jami Fralick Martin, SD 5 11-13 195<br />
Day 1: 5 11-13<br />
41. Stephen Browning Hot Springs National Pa 5 11-11 193<br />
Day 1: 5 11-11<br />
41. Matt Reed Madisonville, TX 5 11-11 193<br />
Day 1: 5 11-11<br />
41. Dustin Wilks Rocky Mount, NC 5 11-11 193<br />
Day 1: 5 11-11<br />
44. Pete Ponds Madison, MS 5 11-10 187<br />
Day 1: 5 11-10<br />
45. Greg Hackney Gonzales, LA 5 11-09 185<br />
Day 1: 5 11-09<br />
45. Mark Tucker Saint Louis, MO 5 11-09 185<br />
Day 1: 5 11-09<br />
47. Paul Elias Laurel, MS 5 11-08 181<br />
Day 1: 5 11-08<br />
48. James Niggemeyer Van, TX 5 11-07 179<br />
Day 1: 5 11-07<br />
48. Peter E Thliveros St Augustine, FL 5 11-07 179<br />
Day 1: 5 11-07<br />
50. Charlie Hartley Grove City, OH 5 11-06 175<br />
Day 1: 5 11-06<br />
50. Bill Lowen North Bend, OH 5 11-06 175<br />
Day 1: 5 11-06<br />
50. Bernie Schultz Gainesville, FL 5 11-06 175<br />
Day 1: 5 11-06<br />
53. Terry Butcher Talala, OK 5 11-04 169<br />
Day 1: 5 11-04<br />
54. Vince Fulks Purcell, OK 5 11-03 167<br />
Day 1: 5 11-03<br />
55. Kevin Wirth Crestwood, KY 5 11-03 165<br />
Day 1: 5 11-03<br />
56. Billy Mccaghren Mayflower, AR 5 11-01 163<br />
Day 1: 5 11-01<br />
57. Greg Vinson Wetumpka, AL 5 11-00 161<br />
Day 1: 5 11-00<br />
58. Jared Lintner Arroyo Grande, CA 5 10-12 159<br />
Day 1: 5 10-12<br />
58. Marty Stone Fayetteville, NC 5 10-12 159<br />
Day 1: 5 10-12<br />
60. Denny Brauer Camdenton, MO 5 10-11 155<br />
Day 1: 5 10-11<br />
60. Davy Hite Ninety Six, SC 5 10-11 155<br />
Day 1: 5 10-11<br />
60. Kotaro Kiriyama Moody, AL 5 10-11 155<br />
Day 1: 5 10-11<br />
60. Jeff Kriet Ardmore, OK 5 10-11 155<br />
Day 1: 5 10-11<br />
64. Guy Eaker Cherryville, NC 5 10-09 147<br />
Day 1: 5 10-09<br />
64. Derek Remitz Grant, AL 5 10-09 147<br />
Day 1: 5 10-09<br />
66. Brian Snowden Reeds Spring, MO 5 10-07 143<br />
Day 1: 5 10-07<br />
67. Mark Burgess Norton, MA 3 10-07 141<br />
Day 1: 3 10-07<br />
68. Kelly Jordon Mineola, TX 5 10-04 139<br />
Day 1: 5 10-04<br />
68. John Murray Phoenix, AZ 5 10-04 139<br />
Day 1: 5 10-04<br />
70. Morizo Shimizu Osaka JAPAN 5 10-02 135<br />
Day 1: 5 10-02<br />
71. Bobby Lane Lakeland, FL 5 10-01 133<br />
Day 1: 5 10-01<br />
71. Mike McClelland Bella Vista, AR 5 10-01 133<br />
Day 1: 5 10-01<br />
71. Yusuke Miyazaki Forney, TX 5 10-01 133<br />
Day 1: 5 10-01<br />
74. Britt Myers Lake Wylie, SC 5 10-00 127<br />
Day 1: 5 10-00<br />
74. Clark Reehm Russellville, AR 5 10-00 127<br />
Day 1: 5 10-00<br />
76. Jon Bondy Windsor CANADA 5 09-15 123<br />
Day 1: 5 09-15<br />
77. Zell Rowland Montgomery, TX 5 09-13 121<br />
Day 1: 5 09-13<br />
78. Jimmy Mize Ben Lomond, AR 5 09-08 119<br />
Day 1: 5 09-08<br />
79. Chris Lane Lakeland, FL 5 09-05 117<br />
Day 1: 5 09-05<br />
80. Mike Wurm Hot Springs, AR 5 09-02 115<br />
Day 1: 5 09-02<br />
81. Jim Murray Arabi, GA 5 08-15 113<br />
Day 1: 5 08-15<br />
81. Mark Tyler Vian, OK 5 08-15 113<br />
Day 1: 5 08-15<br />
83. Rick Clunn Ava, MO 5 08-13 109<br />
Day 1: 5 08-13<br />
84. Luke Gritter Kalamazoo, MI 5 08-11 107<br />
Day 1: 5 08-11<br />
85. Jeff Reynolds Idabel, OK 5 08-09 105<br />
Day 1: 5 08-09<br />
85. Jeremy Starks Charleston, WV 5 08-09 105<br />
Day 1: 5 08-09<br />
87. Shaw E Grigsby Gainesville, FL 5 08-02 101<br />
Day 1: 5 08-02<br />
87. Terry Scroggins San Mateo, FL 5 08-02 101<br />
Day 1: 5 08-02<br />
89. Kevin Short Mayflower, AR 5 08-01 97<br />
Day 1: 5 08-01<br />
90. Fred Roumbanis Bixby, OK 5 08-00 95<br />
Day 1: 5 08-00<br />
90. David Smith Del City, OK 5 08-00 95<br />
Day 1: 5 08-00<br />
92. Grant Goldbeck Gaithersburg, MD 5 07-13 91<br />
Day 1: 5 07-13<br />
93. Ken D Cook Lawton, OK 5 07-08 89<br />
Day 1: 5 07-08<br />
94. John Crews Salem, VA 5 07-05 87<br />
Day 1: 5 07-05<br />
95. Brent Broderick Oregonia, OH 4 07-02 85<br />
Day 1: 4 07-02<br />
96. Wade Grooms Bonneau, SC 5 07-01 83<br />
Day 1: 5 07-01<br />
97. Gerald Swindle Warrior, AL 5 07-00 81<br />
Day 1: 5 07-00<br />
98. Kevin Langill Terrell, NC 5 06-11 79<br />
Day 1: 5 06-11<br />
99. Scott Rook Little Rock, AR 5 06-09 77<br />
Day 1: 5 06-09<br />
100. Elton Luce Jr. Brookeland, TX 3 05-13 76<br />
Day 1: 3 05-13<br />
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BIG BASS<br />
Day<br />
1 Alton Jones Waco, TX 07-00 $0.00
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Totals<br />
Day #Limits #Fish Weight<br />
1 97 495 1147-08<br />
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97 495 1147-08
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