Mike Morris - Co-Angler, Georgia
Full Name: Mike Morris
Age: 55
Hometown: White
State Federation: Georgia
Division: Southern
Occupation: Building Contractor
Family: Wife, Sharon
When & why did you begin bass fishing? I started bass fishing when I was 14 yrs old. I started tournament fishing in 1973 in a bass club.
What has been your most memorable moment when it comes to fishing so far? It was winning the State Federation Championship on Lake Lanier for a second time. [34647]
Biggest catch; when, where & how: 7 fish limit 39:14 June Lake Oconee Deep cranking on river ledges
Name someone who is a hero to you & would like to meet someday? George W Bush
What would it mean to you to win the 2010 TBFNC in Knoxville, TN? It would be a lifetime goal achievement that I have worked so hard to obtain.
Chris Oeser - Co-Angler, New Jersey
Full Name: Christopher Oeser
Age: 41
Hometown: Egg Harbor Township, NJ
State Federation: New Jersey
Division: Mid-Atlantic
Occupation: Union Carpenter, Local 623, Member 20 yrs
Family: Fiancé, Jessica & close knit parents, family & friends
When & why did you begin bass fishing? My grandfather took me flounder fishing very young & I treasure the time we shared! Bass fishing became a real passion at 16. I joined my 1st club @ 20 and have been involved since. The friendships, competition, and pure love for the sport have been a big influence on the person I've become
What has been your most memorable moment when it comes to fishing so far? Finishing 6th pl. as Stren Series Pro on the Detroit River 2007. Also fishing with Kevin Vandam in an event!
Biggest catch; when, where & how: a 9lb.8oz bass on a trip to Toho in 2004, on a 10 in. powerworm!
Do you have a good luck charm or certain thing you do when it comes to fishing? If so, what is it? My fiancé packs me her lucky PB&J sandwiches! (Occasionally I share with my co-angler!)
Name someone who is a hero to you & would like to meet someday? A hero in the fishing world is Forrest Wood. His vision and dedication have made the industry what it is!
What would it mean to you to win the 2010 TBFNC in Knoxville, TN? To win the event would be an incredible achievement! I have fished TBF, BFL, Stren & tour level events. I can tell you that our TBF anglers are some of the best in the business! Dedication, time on the water, sacrifices we make, put us up there with some of the sports legends. I think I can speak for our guys, given the opportunity to LIVE THE DREAM, we would surprise a lot of anglers!
Jason Knapp - Angler, Michigan
Full Name: JASON KNAPP
Age: 28
Hometown: UNIONTOWN, PA
State Federation: MICHIGAN
Division: Northern
Occupation: BASS FISHERMAN
Family: SINGLE
When & why did you begin bass fishing? 5 YEARS OLD. LOVE THE SPORT.
Ronnie Gordon - Co-Angler, Mississippi
Full Name: Ronnie Lee Gordon
Age: 57
Hometown: Horn Lake, MS
State Federation: Mississippi
Division: Central
Occupation: Retired Sprinkler Fitter
Family: Wife Cherri Gordon, Son Dustin Gordon
When & why did you begin bass fishing? Age 6, fishing with my Grandfather
What has been your most memorable moment when it comes to fishing so far? A few years ago My son and I were fishing a 2 day Championship tournament. After day 1 with little hope of winning anything we just decided to go out and have fun and boy did we. We brought over 20 pds to the scales and had the biggest sack of either day, moving all the way up from in the 70’s on day 1 to finishing in the top 5.
Biggest catch; when, where & how: 9.8pds, a long time ago, farm pond, on a plastic worm.
Do you have a good luck charm or certain thing you do when it comes to fishing? If so, what is it? Not really, just go fishing, sometimes they bite and sometimes you can’t buy a bite. Every day is different.
Name someone who is a hero to you & would like to meet someday? Kevin Van Dam, He is absolutely unbelievable when it comes to catching Bass!
What would it mean to you to win the 2010 TBFNC in Knoxville, TN? I guess it would mean that I would get to go to the All-American, and that’s what we’re all here for. Getting to that point, in this game against all these other great fisherman would be absolutely amazing, and unbelievable.
Scott Hamel - Angler, Kansas
Full Name: Scott A. Hamel
Age: 44
Hometown: Stockton, KS
State Federation: Kansas
Division: Central
Occupation: I am self-employed. I install all types of flooring.
Family: Wife of 20 years, Christina. 5 sons-Jordan (19), Christian (13), Ethan (12), Kameran (7), Jonathan(4).
When & why did you begin bass fishing? I started fishing around age 12 with my dad who was a tournament fisherman.
What has been your most memorable moment when it comes to fishing so far? My dad and I won the KBAA (Kansas Bass Anglers Assoc.) Buddy Tournament in October of 2002 on the same day that my 4th son, Kameran, was born. This was our 3rd win in 4 years at this tournament.
Biggest catch; when, where & how: My biggest catch was a 9 lb. 6 oz. bass caught in a farm pond in NW Kansas in April of 1998.
Do you have a good luck charm or certain thing you do when it comes to fishing? If so, what is it? I carry a fish that was carved by my wife’s uncle.
Name someone who is a hero to you & would like to meet someday? Kevin VanDam
What would it mean to you to win the 2010 TBFNC in Knoxville, TN? This is a goal in my fishing career and would mean living the dream!
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