Byron Velvick, who's missed 2 of the last 5 Bassmaster Elite Series seasons due to spinal issues, was enjoying his first pain-free season since 2009 through the first two events. That ended last Friday, however, when he suffered a fractured vertebra in a boating accident on day 2 at the Sacramento River.
Despite the seriousness of the injury, he hopes to compete in this week's event at Lake Havasu. For more, click here.