Hometown | Oviedo, Florida |
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Age | 72 |
Former Occupation | Contractor |
Height | 6' 2'' |
Weight | 205 lbs. |
Injuries | Four back surgeries |
Last 3 Finishes |
23 - Lake Tohopekaliga, 9/13/2007 93 - Potomac River, 8/9/2007 102 - Lake Erie/Niagara River, 7/19/2007 |
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Angling Hero | Larry Nixon – "He's know for his worm-fishing expertise, and in Florida we do a lot of that. Plus, I've always thought his demeanor was real special." |
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Home Lake | St. Johns River |
Favorite Lake | Kissimmee |
Favorite Technique | Spinnerbaits |
Primary Fishing Strength | Power-fishing |
Secondary Fishing Strength | Finesse-fishing |
Biggest Weakness | "Not making decisions and moving quick enough." |
Boat | Triton |
Motor | Mercury |
Fishing Sponsors | Berkley, Abu Garcia, Fenwick, Flying Fisherman sunglasses, Bob's Machine Shop (Tampa, Fla.) |
Tow Vehicle (Sponsor) | Ford F-250 |
Favorite Food | "My wife's spaghetti." |
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Favorite Music | Classic rock |
Favorite Book/Movie | Double Whammy (book) |
Non-Angling Hero | "My brother John. He's got a great work ethic and he's a tremendous fisherman, but he doesn't get caught up in the competitive side of it. He just loves to fish." |
When Not Fishing | Saltwater fishing and working in garden. |
Why He Fishes | "Just being in the outdoors. I love being outside and I love the competitive side of it." |
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