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Info
| Hometown | Brighton, Michigan |
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| Age | 64 |
| Former Occupation | Angler's Paradise (Whitehall, Pa. tackle retailer) |
| Height | 5' 10'' |
| Weight | 170 lbs. |
| Injuries | None |
Stats
| Years Pro | 21 |
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| Top 10 Finishes (Wins)* | 2 (0) As of 5/8/2007 |
| Career Earnings* | $125,000 As of 5/8/2007 |
| Last 3 Finishes |
107 - Detroit River, 7/10/2008 165 - Ft. Loudoun-Tellico, 6/19/2008 174 - Beaver Lake, 5/15/2008 |
| Bassmaster Classics Fished (Won) | 0 (0) As of 5/8/2007 |
| REDCREST Championships Fished (Won) | 1 (0) As of 5/8/2007 |
Angling Stuff
| Angling Hero | Rick Clunn - "I've been inspired by Rick from the very beginning. One of the most important parts of tournament fishing is the mental aspect, and he has mastered that part of the game." Father - "He got me started as a kid, and supported me from day one." |
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| Favorite Lake | Lakes Erie and Champlain (NY/VT) - "Erie offers the opportunity to catch lots of huge smallmouths and the weather creates a challenge each time out. Lake Champlain is the all-around package." |
| Least Favorite Lake | Potomac River (MD/VA) - "The Potomac has hurt me more than once. It's one body of water I just can't get consistent on." |
| Favorite Technique | Tubes |
| Primary Fishing Strength | Versatility |
| Secondary Fishing Strength | Finesse fishing |
| Biggest Weakness | Deep crankbaits |
| Boat | Ranger |
| Motor | Yamaha |
| Fishing Sponsors | Wonderland Marine West, Powell Rods, Complete Battery Source, Solar Bat |
| Tow Vehicle (Sponsor) | Chevy Suburban |
Personal Stuff
| Favorite Food | Grilled ribeye steak (medium)
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| Favorite Music | Classic rock |
| Favorite Book/Movie | Bassmaster and FLW Outdoors magazines/Silence of the Lambs (movie) |
| When Not Fishing | When not fishing - Likes to spend time deer-hunting and fishing with his wife Kim. |
| Why He Fishes | "I love the challenge. You never know what will happen next." |
| Website | www.marcelveenstra.com |
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*BASS events (all events because BASS does not report Tour and Open earnings separately) and FLW Tour.
Biographical data last updated: 6/15/2004
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