SCOTT MARTIN - Scott R. Martin from Clewiston Florida is one of the hottest and brightest stars in professional fishing today. In 2005, Scott started his own nationally televised fishing show called the Scott Martin Challenge. Now in season six, the show has gained a large following of fans and is one of the highest rated outdoor programs on air today. His most recent success came on Lake Ouachita in Hot Springs, AR where he reeled a Fish Head Spin to victory in the 2011 FLW Forrest Wood Cup. Discover his secret to success as he talks about what makes this deadly spinner so great.
KEVIN HAWK - Romana, CA
Favorite Technique: Topwater – “Frogs and Super Spooks are my favorite”
Primary Fishing Strength: Dropshotting
Secondary Fishing Strength: Sight-fishing
Boat: Ranger z521
Motor: Mercury 250 OptiMax Pro XS
Tow Vehicle: Toyota Tundra
Website: KevinHawkFishing.com
Tournament Stats
Career Earnings (FLW): $694,597
FLW Championships Fished (Won): 1
Titles/Honors: Forrest Wood Cup Champion (2010)
Seven top ten FLW tournament finishes since 2007
SCOTT ASHMORE - Broken Arrow, OK
Occupation: Owner of InTackle Inc.
Professional Bass Fisherman
National Sales Mgr - Gambler Boats
Education: B.S., trade and industrial education
Career Highlights: Fishing in the Bassmater Classic
Favorite Bass Waters: Lake Guntersville
Favorite Fishing Technique: Thowing a Frog
Hobbies: Quail hunting and grilling
Passions: Church and fishing
TERRY BACKSAY - Easton, CT
Whether your goal is to just catch a lot of fish, to provide a great experience for a friend, relative or client, or to learn more about fishing — from the basics to the latest and hottest advanced techniques that the pros rely on, Terry can help you meet that goal. Terry combines the experience gained in over two decades of professional, competitive bass fishing with a lifetime of knowledge of northeastern waters, to consistently put his clients on fish and to help them master techniques and improve their fishing.
GREGG ZELLERS - Winamac, Ind
Greg fished his way to the 2010 National Guard Championship to go with his 2009 Indiana Junior Federation State Championship title. Stay tuned for more success stories as this talented angler continues to make his presence felt on local and regional trails.
RICK STECKELBERG - Eastanollee, GA
Rick's goal several years ago was to develop his own interpretation of a jighead with something that closely resembled a shad, a seemingly ubiquitous freshwater baitfish. From this inspiration came Swomring Hornet Lures. Now with a full line of successful baits and touring professionals cashing in on the action, Rick continues to test and refine his designs on tour.
Troy Morrow - Toccoa, GA
From his earliest years, Troy has been fishing--first in a pond outside his grandparent's home in Ohio with occasional trips to Lake Erie. Moving to Georgia when he was 9 years old only increased his passion for fishing. While still too young to drive, Troy fished any water he could reach by bike - creeks, ponds, rivers; anything was fair game. Now, living in Toccoa, GA just 10 minutes from Lake Hartwell, Troy spends much of this time fishing tournaments around the country or on one of the lakes in this area.
University of Georgia Fishing Team - UGA
The UGA Bass Anglers are a competitive collegiate bass fishing team. Sponsors include: Spro, Gamakatsu, Zoom Bait Co, Earth Sports, Big Bear Fishing Rods, Cajun Tackle House, Tackle Warehouse, Rejuvenade, Sportsman Living, and Sworming Hornet Lures.
Team Highlights:
2011 FLW College Southeastern Regional Champions
2010 Boat U.S. National Champions
2nd Place College Bass National Championship
1st Place College Bass East Super Regional
2010 Southern Collegiate Anglers of the Year
Website: UGAbass.uga.edu
Troy Andrews - Hendersonville, Tn
I was age 9 .... My Uncle Robert took me fishing on Nickajack Lake in Tennessee. We caught bluegill, bass, the usual species. Then another trip later, he taught me how to bass fish .... it was all ON then! Since that day, I have only wanted to advance my fishing. I am Blessed to be where I am now and fortunate to have the sponsors that have taken me in. My plans are to fish the Bassmaster Opens / Weekend series among other tournaments. My biggest thanks goes to God & my Family for their support.
