Bass Fishing News

LAS VEGAS, NV. ‹ A field of nearly 300 anglers will take to the waters of Lake Mead next week for the 1999 U.S. Open Bass Tournament, the largest event of the year and in the west for the WON BASS Miller High Life tournament trail. The west¹s best bass anglers will be trying to unseat last year¹s champion Marcus Clouse of Henderson, NV, who walked away with biggest prize in western bass fishing history as he won the tournament and also had two daily stringer prizes of $2,500 each. With $50,000 cash, a Ranger/Mercury boat and a Ford Sport pickup truck, Clouse claimed over $118,000 in prizes. There are 143 Pros and AAAs entered in the 1999 edition, with at least two dozen AAA anglers on the ³waiting list² hopes that more boat-owner Pros would sign up at the last minute, said WON BASS director Mike Kennedy. The 1999 U. S. Open will feature a first prize worth more than $110,000 and a total purse expected to exceed $400,000. The big event again will be staged out of Callville Bay Resort and Marina, with housing headquarters in the luxurious Sunset Station Hotel & Casino in Henderson. First place in the Open and includes $50,000 cash, a Ranger 518VX bass boat and trailer, equipped with a Mercury outboard, GNB Stowaway batteries, Raytheon Marine electronics and a MotorGuide trolling motor. The rig will be towed behind a Ford Lariat pickup truck from El Cajon Ford. Entrants in the big field include anglers from California, Arizona, Nevada, Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Wyoming, Colorado, New Mexico, Kansas, South Dakota, Georgia, Texas, Utah and the nation of Japan. While the big fish prizes are a main attraction at the Open, you don¹t have to catch a real whopper to win one. Traditionally the big fish here are in the 5- or 6-pound range, and with five $2,000 prizes each day for the biggest bass, 3- and 4-pound class are usually enough to get someone a piece of that action. Where in the nation can you enter a tournament and win $2,000 or a new bass boat for one cast? The Open features the Miller High Life Options, which are the best "Big Bass" and "Big Stringer" awards offered in tournament fishing, with more than $59,000 in prizes up for grabs in the $200 option jackpot. Five anglers each day will earn $2,000 each for the 5 largest bass weighed in - a total of $10,000 on each of the three days of the tournament. There is also the special "Big Stringer" award which offers $2,500 each for the Pro and AAA weighing in the heaviest string of 5 bass ‹ another $15,000 in cash for big stringer awards. The overall largest bass of the tournament will earn one angler a $15,000 package including Ranger R-61 boat and trailer and Mercury outboard. The contest will be staged on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday at Lake Mead. The launch and weigh-ins will be held at Callville Bay Resort and Marina. The starts begin at approximately 5:30 a.m. each morning and the weigh-ins begin at 2 p.m. daily.

Profiles of Pro anglers in the 1998 U.S. Open: Name, age, occupation, hometown, wife, boat, motor, sponsors, accomplishments.

BOB ALEXANDER, 55, owner Alexander¹s Tree Service, Sierra Madre, California; Rita. Champion, Mercury 225. 18 years tournament fishing; sponsored by Angler¹s Choice, Phenix Fishing Rods. Won Lake Mead 1996 Tournament of Champions, 1992 Lake Havasu Top 8, caught big bass in Lake Mead tournaments in 1982 and 1986.

BORIS ANTOLOS, 48, electrician/longshoreman, Torrance, California; Cathy. Champion 184, Mercury 175. Sponsored by Rader Baits, Top Secret Baits. 7 years tournament fishing, placed 5th at Lake Mead 1995 and 1996 Tournament of Champions, 9th in 1997; three-time qualifier for Champion¹s Ultimate Challenge; 16th at WON BASS Lake Mead, 31st at 1996 U.S. Open.

ED ARLEDGE, 56, attorney, San Diego; Donna. Ranger 519DVS, Mercury 225. Sponsored by Ranger Boats, Mercury Marine. Won the 1978 Lake Havasu Western Bass Invitational, qualified for 1978-79-80 Western Bass fish-offs, 1981 U.S. Bass Pro Finals, 1992 and 1995 WON BASS Western Classic.

MIKE BALDWIN, 37, pro angler, Mohave Valley, Arizona; Diana. Tracker 19.6, Mercury 200. Sponsored by Tracker Marine, Maxima line, Yamamoto Custom Baits. Finished 6th on 1998 WON BASS Pro Circuit South; 14th at WON BASS Lake Havasu 1995; 15th at Lake Pleasant 1995. Placed 27th at 1998 U.S. Open.

JERRY BALLESTEROS, 34, officer L.A.P.D., Whittier, CA. Ranger 519DVS, Evinrue 225. Sponsored by Ranger Boats, Evinrude Outboards, Don Iovino Products, Dezyner Baits, Hill & Sons Marine, Phenix Rods, P-Line, Oakley Sunglasses. Placed 5th at BASS Lake Powell 1997, 8th at BASS Elephant Butte April 1998, 20th place BASS Lake Havasu 1998, 18th place WON BASS Lake Mead 1996.

RUSS BARGER, 41, auto parts store owner, Meridian, Idaho. Skeeter ZX210C, Yamaha 225. Sponsored by Auto Marine Truck Parts Recyclers, Nixon Marine of Walla Walla, Wa. 20 years tournament fishing; 1985 U.S. Bass 6-man team regional champions at Cour d¹lene, Idaho, 4th place at 1985 Lake Mohave finals, in Superior Bass top ten 9 years in row.

ART BERRY, 28, auto sales El Cajon Ford, San Diego, California; Gretchen. Ranger 518SVS, Mercury 150. Sponsored by Ranger, MotorGuide, Lowrance, Maxima, Bulldog lures, El Cajon Ford, Western Plastics, Crosswalker lures, Big Boy Baits, Costa del Mar sunglasses, Oshman¹s Super Sports, Sun Country Marine. 13 years tournament fishing; 1998 Western Classic qualifier, 5th at 1996 and 1997 U.S. Open, 2-time WON BASS Pro Circuit winner at Lake Mead, June 1993 and June 1995; 1993 ABA finals champion; 1st at 1995 Lake San Vicente and Lake El Capitan tournaments; 1995 El Cajon Ford Salesman of the Year; caught 10 bass totaling 108 pounds at Lake Baccarac, Mexico. 16th on 1998 WON BASS Pro Circuit South. Placed 5th at 1998 U.S. Open.

CLIFTON BLANCHETT, 40, professional angler/guide, Granada Hills, California. Stratos 21SS, Evinrude 225 FICHT. Sponsored by Stratos Boats, Evinrude, Team Daiwa, APLAN Information Services, Boats Unlimited, Lakeside Boat Service, J&T Tackle, Fish¹n Fools. Was only 2 ounces short of a $2,000 big fish prize in 1998 U.S. Open in first year of tournament fishing.

GARY BOYD, Van Nuys.

JEFF BOYER, 49, pro angler, writer, educator, Ranger boat rep, Battle Ground, Washington; Mona. Ranger 482VS, Mariner 225EFI. Sponsored by Ranger, Mariner, Kalin¹s Lures, Tournament Lures, Lowrance, Lamiglas Rods. Two-time BASS Masters Classic finalist, three-time B.A.S.S. Western Champion, 2nd at 1996 WON BASS Lake Havasu, nine-time Washington state champion, 11th in WON BASS 1996 South Region standings.

DANNY BRANSCUM, 28, pro angler, WON BASS Nevada Region team director, Henderson, Nevada; Kristina. Ranger, Evinrude. Sponsored by Ranger, Evinrude, Lamiglas rods, Gambler Bang, Humminbird Electronics, American Fishing Products, Gamakatsu, McCoy Fishing Line, Mike Rosser spinnerbaits & jigs. Western Regional qualifier for Redman, and winner of $100,000 top prize in the 1997 Redman Classic in Arkansas. Also member of team qualifier for WON Bass Tri-States Team Championship several times in Colorado River Region.

ERIC BREWER, 34, deputy sheriff, Nuevo, CA. Nitro 896, Mercury 200. Sponsored by Nitro Boats, Mercury Marine, Angler¹s Marine, American Fishing Products, Goat/GFI Eyewear, Hot Sauce, Competitive Edge Fishing Products, Falcon Fishing Rods, Owner Hooks, VPR-Pro Baits, P-Line, Fritt¹s Ford, Sportsfold, Neon Masters.

DAVE BRITTENHAM, State Farm insurance agent, Chino Hills, California. Nitro, Mercury 200 EFI. Sponsored by Nitro Boats, Mercury Marine, Life Like Plastics, Kalin¹s Bait Company, State Farm Insurance, Gamakatsu. Placed 11th in 1995 U.S. Open. Numerous top 20 finishes in U.S. Bass/Western Bass.

JAMES BROUGHTON, 42, Henderson, NV; Sheree. Sponsored by Wrap-O-Lure covers. Many top finishes in WON BASS and ABA team events on Colorado River lakes.

PAT BUCKNER, Mesa, Arizona; Tina. Champion, Evinrude. Sponsored by Tempe Marine. Three-time qualifier for WON BASS Tri-States team championship.

MIKE BUSH, 35, self-employed, Woodland Hills, California. Ranger 461VS, Mercury 175 EFI. Sponsored by wife, Universal Machery Sales, Pro-Comp Custom Lures, Robo Worms, Hart Tackle, Castaic Soft Baits.

NEIL CAMPBELL, 53, framing contractor, Escondido, California; Eileen. Champion 203, Mercury 225 Optimax. Sponsored by Eileen. Five-time Angler of Year in San Diego Bass Pros, finished in top 10 in WON BASS/Western Bass draws at Havasu, Mead, Mohave, Powell and Elephant Butte.

HANK CHANDLER, 57, retired Sheriff¹s captain, Ventura, California. Sponsored by Lake Casitas Marina. Finished 21st in U.S. Open AAA Division in 1993.

DOUG CHESSMORE, 46, owner marine electronics store, Santa Barbara, California. Ranger 488, Mercury 200. Sponsored by Ranger, Mercury, MotorGuide, Raytheon, Ocean Air Marine Electronics, P-Line. Was 1991 WON BASS Lake Mead champion; 1992, 1993, 1994, 1996 Pro Finals/Western Classic qualifier; 4th at 1996 ABA Lake Mead, 6th at 1996 ABA Lake Havasu, 1996 runner-up ABA Angler of Year; 2nd at 1997 ABA Lake Havasu.

MARCUS CLOUSE, 25, heavy equipment operator, Las Vegas, Nevada. Ranger 392, Mercury 200. Sponsored by Maxima, Dennis the Menace spinnerbaits, Larry Clouse Construction. Won over $118,000 at the 1998 U.S. Open. Second in ABA Open 1966.

PAUL CORMANY, 48, Anglers Marine sales manager, Corona; Bonny. Nitro 20-8, Mercury 225. Sponsored by Anglers Marine, Tracker Marine, Champion Boats. 23 years tournament fishing; 5th at Arkansas Invitational, 1st at West Coast Delta, 6th at U.S. Open, several wins on U.S. Bass circuit.

TONY DADANTE, 41, vice president Mattel Toys, Palos Verdes, California; Judy. Gambler, Mercury 200. Sponsored by Mattel Toys. Won Great Lakes Open 1997, 4th at Phoenix Red Man.

CHRIS DELLO, 59, retired, Henderson, Nevada. Champion, Mercury. Placed first in 1980 SWAB tournament at Lake Havasu.

PAT DONOHO, 60, pro fisherman/guide, Las Vegas, Nevada; Lupita. Ranger 519VS, Mercury 225. Sponsored by Ranger, Mercury, Bobby Ellis, Big Boy Baits, Storm Lures. 21 years tournament fishing; 1998 Western Classic qualifier, placed 10th at 1996 U.S. Open, won 1993 U.S. Open; 1st at 1993 WON BASS Delta; 5th in 1994 and 1995 Daiwa Cup standings; 6th in 1996 Daiwa Cup standings; 5th at WON BASS Lake Mead, June 1995; 25th at 1995 U.S. Open; four 2nd place finishes on WON BASS Pro Circuit; qualified for 1997 Western Classic in both North and South circuits, one of all-time leading money winners in WON BASS. Finished 9th on 1998 WON BASS Pro Circuit South.

MARK DOTTERER, 42, purchasing agent, Phoenix, Arizona; Mary. Champion, Evinrude 225. Sponsored by Budget, Murray Brothers, Salt River Bait Company. Many top ten finishes on four different circuits, 1994 5-Star Invitational Lake Roosevelt, 1994 Bassin¹ USA Lake Havasu champion, Tri-State team championships qualifier.

TROY DUNCAN, 26, buyer/manager Poe¹s Plumbing & Electric, Yorba Linda, CA. Ranger 481, Yamaha ProV 150. Sponsored by Lamiglas rods, Angler¹s Technology, Gamakatsu hooks, Popeye Co. of Japan, Waterhouse of Japan, Angler¹s Attic, parents and girl friend Tami. Won ABA Team Classic in 1996.

DELANEY DWYER, 25, designer, Phoenix, AZ; Claire. Champion 181, Evinrude Intruder 150. Sponsored by Viva Lures, Tempe Marine, Team Chevy, Studio Productions, Brown & Brown Chevrolet.

MATTHEW ELLIS, Las Vegas, Nevada.

CHUCK ENGLISH, 59, contractor, Las Vegas, Nevada; Sondra. Ranger 519VS, Yamaha ProV 200. Sponsored by Ranger, Yamaha, Fenwick, Kalin Lures, AA Worms. Placed 7th in 1996 U.S. Open, 1st at 1980 Western Bass Lake Mead Invitational; 2nd Challenge Match TV Series 1986; 2nd in Tri-States Team Championship; 11th at WON BASS Lake Shasta; 4th at Lake Mead U.S. Bass; qualifier for WON BASS Pro Finals and Tri-States team championships several times.

CLYDE EVANS, Las Vegas, Nevada. Ranger 519, Yamaha 225. Former conditioning coach at San Diego State, San Diego Chargers, Los Angeles Rams.

DEAN FARRELL, 29, Glendale, AZ; Debi. Ranger 518, Yamaha. Sponsored by Ranger Boats, Yamaha Marine, Phenix Rods, ProLine, Kilduff Concrete, Big Boy Baits, Gibbs Propellers.

JAMIE FAULCONER, Castaic, California. Ranger, Mercury 150.

HOWARD FEINSTEIN, Chatsworth, California.

MIKE FOLKESTAD, 58, professional bass fisherman, Yorba Linda, California; Vicky. Ranger 519VS, Mercury 225. Sponsored by Ranger, Mercury, Rapala, Dezyner Baits, Weapon Jigs, MotorGuide trolling motors, Berkley rods, Trilene line, Power Baits, Uncle Josh, Delco batteries, Sun Country Marine. Over 25 years tournament fishing, many victories on Western Bass, WON BASS and B.A.S.S circuits.; 1st in 1985 U.S. Open, 4th in 1994, 7th in 1996; finished second in 1998 Daiwa Cup points, qualified for Western Classic; won B.A.S.S. Florida Invitational 1992; won 1994 WON BASS Pro Finals; won 1989 WON BASS Lake Mead. Placed second at 1998 U.S. Open.

BILL FORTNER, 46, insurance executive, Farmington, New Mexico; Pat. Skeeter, Mercury 200. Sponsored by Animas Valley Insurance, wife. Won several events in New Mexico Federation and Sun Country Bass events.

CHRIS FOSTER, Stockbridge, Georgia.

DAN FRAZIER, 44, fire captain, Arroyo Grande, CA; Michele. Ranger 518DVX, Merecury 200 Optimax. Sponsored by Mercury Marine, Ranger Boats, Zebco/Quantum, MotorGuide, Viper Spinnerbaits, P-Line, Ocean Waves Sunglasses, STI Lures, CHT Lures, Wilderness Outfitters, Hurley International, Junior¹s Outboard Service. Placed first at 1977 WON BASS Western Classic and first at 1997 Lake Mead Invitational. 1998 South Region Angler of the Year. Ranger Boats Millennium qualifier.

BEN FREELAND, 48, director Information Systems & Technology, Caldwell, Idaho; Deb. Ranger 488VS, Johnson 200. Sponsored by Ranger Boats, Mercury Marine, Quantum, MotorGuide, SOSpenders, Bottomline Electronics, Western Marine, Sea Star Steering, Superior Bass.

MANNY FREIRE, 44, Costco supervisor, fishing guide, Spring Valley Lake, California. Nitro, Mercury 200. Sponsored by P-Line, Lowrance, Finesse Jigs, Creative Tackle, Costco #22, Storm Lures, Structure Tech Worms. 6 years tournament fishing; 4th WON BASS 1995 Lake Mead, 2nd at 1995 Lake Havasu, 13th Clear Lake 1995, 1st at Lake Perris team tournament Oct. 1997.

JACK GADLAGE, 30, pro angler, Logandale, Nevada; Debbie. Hawk, Mercury 200. Sponsored by J.R. Baits, Stanton Marine, Hawk Boats, Castaic Soft Baits, Robo Worm, Quick Draw rod rack, G. Loomis rods. 4 years tournament fishing; 1998 Western Classic qualifier; several top 10 finishes on Lake Mohave and Lake Mead in club and team tournaments, in top 5 in 9 of 15 events entered in 1997-98; placed 25th on 1998 WON BASS Pro Circuit South.

DAVE GLIEBE, Stockton, California. Sponsored by Bob¹s Marine, Mercury, Keeper Worms, Therm-o-batteries, Rodstrainer Jigs, Spiderwire, Value Plumbing. Over 25 years tournament fishing, with more than 40 tournament wins on Western Bass, WON BASS, B.A.S.S. and other circuits nationwide. Finished 10th on 1998 WON BASS Pro Circuit North.

RAPHAEL GONZALES, Las Vegas, Nevada.

JEFF GRANT, 38, postal service manager, La Mirada, CA; Diana. Champion, Mercury 200. Sponsored by Seeker Rods, Dr. John Lewis, Dr. Mark Galvin.

MIKE GRALEY, 45, sales & marketing, Whittier, California; Jennifer. Ranger 518SVX, Evinrude 200 FICHT. Sponsored by Ranger Boats, Evinrude, Berkley, Abu-Garcia, Omega, Sperry, Raytheon, VMC, Trojan Batteries, Michelin, Seeker Rods. WON BASS 1993 Pro Finals & 1996 Western Classic qualifier.

NICK GREBB, Montrose, Colorado.

JERRY HANSEN, 42, fishing lure manufacturer, Hurricane, Utah. Maker of Big Boy Baits.

ROY HAWK, 28, fishing technician, Tucson, Arizona; Callie. Champion, Mercury 150 EFI. Sponsored by Kamakaze Bait Company, Big Boy Baits, Yamamoto¹s Fish Tech Outfitters, Baja Tackle, Bluewater Tackle & Marine. Has victories in team events for WON BASS, ABA and Wild West.

MIKE HAWKES, 40, professional hunter/fisherman, Sabinal, Texas; Jeanine. Gambler 209, Mercury 200. Sponsored by Allstar Rods. Many regional tournament victories in south Texas. Qualified for 1990 BASS Masters Classic.

TOM HENNIES, 42, engineer, Ramona, California; Connie. Skeeter 2X202, Yamaha 200. Sponsored by Sundown Marine, Precision Plastics, Big Boy Baits, Predator Batteries. 5 years tournament fishing; many wins and top finishes on San Diego Region team tournament circuits.

ROB HERNANDEZ, roofing contractor, Torrance, California. Skeeter 200ZX, Mercury 200. Fishing only his second pro tournament; placed 15th in AAA division at 1997 U.S. Open.

JUSTIN HICKS, 25, Colorad Dept. of Transportation, Cimarron, Colorado; Elizabeth. Skeeter ZX185, Yamaha ProV 150. Sponsored by Shady Creek Sales & Marine of El Dorado, Kansas, Skeeter Boats, Yamaha Marine, Pepper Jigs. Has won 3 ABA and 3 WON BASS team tournaments and 2 BASS Federational tournaments.

RAY HILL, 41, construction business owner, pro angler, Tonto Basin, Arizona; April. Ranger, Mercury 225. Sponsored by Ranger, Yellow Iron Engineering & Construction. 22 years tournament fishing; numerous top 10 finishes in All Star Bass, ABA, Wild West, WON BASS; 1997 ABA Angler of the Year.

GREG HINES, 46, pro angler, Tempe, Arizona. Champion, Mariner 200 EFI. Sponsored by Champion, Marine, Lunker city Lures, Hart Tackle, Castaway rods, Bill Norman lures, Merlin lures, Pinpoint, Sawyer-Cook Insurance, L&L Products, Oakley Eyewear, Corrosion X. 20 years tournament fishing; 1998 Western Classic qualifier, placed 14th at 1996 U.S. Open, winner of first U.S. Open 1981; 1986 U.S. Bass Angler of Year; 2-time qualifier for BASS Masters Classic, finished third in 1995 WON BASS Daiwa Cup Angler of Year standings, 13th in 1996 standings; 4-time qualifier Western Classic; 10th in 1994 Las Vegas Open; 4th in 1993 Las Vegas Open. Placed 5th on 1998 WON BASS Pro Circuit South.

PAUL HINES, 24, card dealer at Hard Rock Hotel, Henderson, Nevada. Champion 191, Mercury 200. Fishing pro this year after being the AAA champion in the 1998 U.S. Open.

BRETT HITE, 20, professional angler, Phoenix, Arizona. Gambler 2200, Mercury 225 EFI. Sponsored by Gambler Boats, Mercury Marine, Gary Yamamoto Custom Baits, Enders Rods, Jonesn¹ Baits, P-Line. First place at WON BASS Lake Pleasant Invitational 1998, 7th at 1998 U.S. Open., first at Wild West 1999 Lake Mead, 1999 Jackpot Bass champion at Lake Pleasant.

KEN HOWDEN, 32, owner/boat mechanic of Holiday Mobile Marine, Mesa, Arizona. Skeeter ZX190, Mercury 200. Sponsored by Horizon Lures, Poe¹s Lures, Worden¹s Lures, Holiday Mobile Marine. Won 1999 Redman at Lake Mead, 1998 Knights of Columbus at Roosevelt Lake, 1996 and 1997 Roostertails Invitationals at Roosevelt Lake; 1998 Redman regional qualifier; 1998 Allstar Bass big fish of the year, 10.42-pounds.

TRENT HUCKABY, 31, rancher/hunting outfitter, Fort Stockton, Texas; Tammy. Champion, Mariner 150. Sponsored by Champion Boats, Nichols Baits. 16 years tournament fishing; placed 3rd in 1996 U.S. Open, 22nd in 1995, 7th in Arizona B.A.S.S. 1989, 1st in 1992 Big Bucks Bassin¹ Championship, 1st in 1994 Spring Team Open, 1st in 1995 Gambler Invitational, 5 Angler of Year titles in Texas tournaments of Anglers Choice, Big Bucks Bassin, Honey Hole, Best of Bassin. Placed 10th at 1998 U.S. Open.

CODY HUFF, 48, nursing supervisor, Las Vegas, Nevada. Ranger, Mercury 150. Sponsored by Mrs. James C. Chapman (Las Vegas team grandma), J.R.¹s MotrGuide Service, Extreme Minitmart, Pro Tackle of Las Vegas.

JERRY HUFF, 56, veterinarian, Las Vegas, Nevada; Delene. Ranger 390, Mercury 200. Sponsored by J.R. Baits. Nine years tournament fishing.

DON HUNT, 59, mortgage broker, Sparks, Nevada. Ranger 482VS, Mercury 150. Sponsored by Ronny Bass Lures, Sierra Nevada Funding, Kellers Cove Resort, Phenix rods. 10 years tournament fishing; 4th at 1995 WON BASS Lake Shasta; member team qualifier for North 1997 Tri-States Championships. Favorite method: crank baits.

TAYLOR HUTCHINGS, 41, concrete contractor, Phoenix, Arizona. Ranger 519, Mercury 225 EFI. Sponsored by Ranger, Mercury Marine, Sunland Marine, Fisherman¹s Choice Custom Baits.

BRUCE HYLAND, 39, owner printing and mailing company, Phoenix, Arizona. Skeeter, Yamaha 200. 10th at 1997 U.S. Open, 1st in WON BASS 1997 Lake Mead last May. Fishes All-Star, Red Man and WON BASS circuits.

RICH IANNOLO, 42, self-employed, automotive service, Menifee, California; Lisa. Hawk, Evinrude 225. Sponsored by Castaic Soft Baits, Hawk Boats, Finesse Jigs, Izorline, Big Boy Baits, Pradco, Haddock Lures, Osprey Products, Evinrude, Smelly Jelly, wife Lisa. 5 years tournament fishing; ABA Angler of Year, South Traveler and Inland Empire Divisions 1996, 11th at 1998 U.S. Open, 2nd at BASSmasters Invitational at Elephant Butte 1999, second at ABA fishoff Lake Mead 1998, third at WON BASS Clear Lake 1999. Placed 11th at 1998 U.S. Open.

MIKE INGLE, San Jose, California. Nitro, Mercury 150.

CASEY IWAI, Lavern, Arizona.

TIM JACOBS, 43, owner Fiesta Carpet Care & Restoration, Chandler, Arizona. Fisher FX19, Mercury 200 EFI. Sponsored by Fisher Boats, Steele Marine, Mercruy Marine, Fiesta Carpet Care. Was 1991 Allstar Bass superteam champion; won numerous local team and inviational events.

JIM JARED, 55, professional angler, Dolan Springs, Arizona; Gerrie. Ranger 519DVS, Mercury Optimax. Sponsored by Ranger, Mercury, Phenix, Uncle Josh, Berkley Fireline, Ray Hill & Sons Marine, Hobie Eyewear. 1998 Western Classic qualifier, 6th at 1997 U.S. Open, champion at 1986 U.S. Bass Lake Powell, 1989 B.A.S.S. Lake Mead, 1986 U.S. Bass Lake Mohave, 1987 West Coast Lake Mead, 1988 & 1989 Operation Bass Lake Mead, 1995 WON BASS teams Lake Havasu, 1986 U.S. Bass Angler of Year, placed 3rd at WON BASS Lake Mead October 1994 and 28th in June 1995, placed 15th at 1995 U.S. Open, won 1999 Angler¹s Choice teams event at Lake Havasu, two-time Redman All-American qualifier as well as WON BASS Western Classics.

HARRY JIORAS, 61, professional fisherman/guide, Oak View, California; Evelyn. Ranger 390, Mercury 200. Sponsored by Owner Hooks, Robo Worms, Luhr-Jensen, Jake¹s Baits, Falcon Rods. 8 years tournament fishing; multiple top 10 tourney finishes, trophy bass fishing guide with over 200 bass over 10 pounds, featured in several video/TV spots on search for world record bass. Placed 8th at 1998 U.S. Open.

ROY J. JONES, 55, director casino collections, Henderson, Nevada; Teri. Dynatrak Ramrod, Suzuki 200. 18 years tournament fishing; first place at Redman Lake Pleasant March 1998, second at Redman Lake Havasu 1999.

CAMERON KARBER, Phoenix, Arizona. Skeeter, Mercury 225.

BRAD KENNEDY, Las Vegas, Nevada.

MARK KILE, 33, Tonto Basin, Arizona. Skeeter, Yamaha. Sponsored by Skeeter, Yamaha, Bill Luke Dodge, Fisherman¹s Choice, Zipper Worms, Lobina Lures. Has won10 All Star Bass draw tournaments in Arizona, qualified for WON BASS Western Classic and was one of five western qualifiers for the 1998 BASS Masters Classic.

KOTA KIRIYAMA, Japan.

HIRONORI KITADE, Japan.

TIM KLINGER, 25, I.B.E.W. construction, Boulder City, Nevada. Champion, Evinrude 175 Sponsored by Yamamoto Custom Baits, mother and father. Placed 24th at 1997 U.S. Open. Placed 24th on 1998 WON BASS Pro Circuit South to qualify for Western Classic, 1995 ABA Team of the Year.

MARC KNUDSEN, Henderson, Nevada.

RANDY LANCASTER, 36, Twin Falls, Idaho; Suzette. Skeeter 210, Yamaha 225. Sponsored by Barger Mattson Auto Inc. Placed first at Superior Bass Lake Owyhee 1994 and Idaho Open at C.J. Strike Reservoir 1996. Several other top finishes in northwest tournaments. Place 22nd at 1998 U.S. Open.

BOBBY LANHAM, 38, self-employed, Scottsdale, Arizona; Suzanne. Champion 201, Evinrude 225. Sponsored by Zebco/Quantum/MotorGuide, Tempe Marine, Champion Boats, Paradise Valley Septic Service. 12 years tournament fishing. Placed 16th at 1998 U.S. Open.

BILL LANIER, 54, general contractor, Spring Valley, California; Bonnie. Ranger 518VX, Mercury 200. Sponsored by Ranger, Mercury, Berkley, Abu Garcia, MotorGuide, Gamakatsu, Lanier Construction. 16 years tournament fishing; 31st in 1997 U.S. Open.

PAUL LEADER, 60, owner El Cajon Ford, El Cajon, California; Liz. Ranger 492VS, Mercury 225. Sponsored by El Cajon Ford, Western Plastics, Bulldog Lures. 6 years tournament fishing. A major sponsor of WON BASS Pro Circuit, San Diego team region events. AAA qualifier for 1996 WON BASS Western Classic.

JOHNNY LORD, 47, President and C.E.O. of L&L Products, Las Vegas, Nevada. Nitro 185TF, Johnson 175GT. Sponsored by L&L Products, McCoy fishing line, Falcon rods, MotorGuide, STI Lures, Quest battery chargers, Quantum reels, Gold Coast Hotel & Casino, California Custom Worms. 10 years tournament fishing; 5th AAA 1996 U.S. Open; 5th place team 1997 Lake Mead.

TIM LUDWIG, 39, self-employed painter, Littleton, Colorado; Cheryl. Skeeter, Mercury 225 EFI. 15 years tournament fishing; Clovis Bass Club, New Mexico Sun Country Circuit.

RICH LUNDBLADE, 57, professional angler, Santa Ana, California; Sue. Ranger 396V, Mercury 200. Sponsored by Phenix, Poe¹s, Ranger, Gibbs Propeller, Hal¹s Tackle, Mercury, Lowrance, Sawyer-Cook Insurance, Sunbird Embroidery. 13 years tournament fishing; placed 8th in 1993 Las Vegas Open, 10th and 12th in WON BASS Lake Mead events 1993, 5th at Lake Pleasant 1995, 2nd at Roosevelt Lake 1996.

CAROL MARTENS, 57, writer/speaker/fishing guide; West Hills, California; husband Jerry. Ranger 461VS, Mercury 150. Sponsored by Robo Worms, Liz Jones Hair Studio, Mercury Outboards, Hot Sauce, Wolfpack Lures, P-Line, Ranger Boats, Carpet Bazaar of Chatsworth, Lucky Craft Lures. 10 years tournament fishing; 1998 Western Classic qualifier, 1994 Tri-States Championship team, team Anglers of Year with son, Aaron, eight times in two circuits; winners of 12 team events; 15th at Clear Lake 1997 in first year as Pro, 1997 Tri-States team qualifier. ³Woman¹s bass fishing² columnist for WON BASS.

RICK MEGEE, Mesa, Arizona. Skeeter, Yamaha 200.

SCOTT MILLMAN, Pasadena.

DAVE MITCHELL, owner Sweetwater Tackle, Lake Havasu City, Arizona. Ranger, Evinrude 175. Placed 4th at WON BASS Lake Havasu 1995 and 28th at Lake Pleasant 1995; 25th in 1993 U.S. Open.

STEVE MOLIINARI, Glendale, Arizona.

JAY MOREAU, 39, roofing superintendent, Pomona, California; Johanne. Champion 186, Mercury 175. Sponsored by Bronco Roofing. Finished second in AAA division 1998 U.S. Open. This is his first pro tournament entry.

ANDRE MOORE, 26, pro angler, Hillsborough, California; Rochelle. Ranger 461VS, Mercury 150. Sponsored by Ranger, Lowrance, MotorGuide, Don Iovino Products, Team Daiwa. 1998 Western Classic qualifier, 14th at 1997 U.S. Open, 8th at 1996 U.S. Open, 3rd at WON BASS 1995 Lake Shasta; 2nd at WON BASS 1996 Lake Oroville; 10th at WON BASS 1996 Delta; 3rd at WON BASS 1995 Lake Shasta; 29th at 1994 Las Vegas Open; 2nd at 1995 U.S. Open; 1st at West Coast Lake Folsom; 1st USFA team championship. Place 7th on 1998 WON BASS Pro Circuit North. Placed 19th at 1998 U.S. Open.

TED MORTON, 58,professional pilot, Scottsdale, Arizona; Mary Lou. Sponsored by Executive Aircraft Services, Pro Tackle of Las Vegas. Won ABA event at Lake Pleasant 1996 and Jackpot Bass Lake Pleasant 1999.

JOHN MURRAY, 34, pro angler, Boulder City, Nevada. Champion, Mercury 200. Sponsored by Champion, Mercury, Pinpoint, Shimano, Tifa, Lobina Lures, Flogear, Big Boy Baits, Zipper Worms. 1997 U.S. Open champion, 1998 Western Classic qualifier, WON BASS Angler of the Year in 1990, 1992 and 1997; WON BASS South Region Angler of Year 1996 and 1997; first in WON BASS Pro Finals 1989; 1st at WON BASS Delta 1992 and WON BASS Lake Shasta 1994; 13th in 1994 Las Vegas Open; 19th at 1995 U.S. Open; 2nd at WON BASS Lake Mead June 1996; all-time WON BASS points leader; 3rd in 1996 Daiwa Cup standings, 1st in 1997 Daiwa Cup finals. Placed 8th on 1998 WON BASS Pro Circuit South. Placed 20th at 1998 U.S. Open.

MARK NAILLON, 37, owner Naillon Painting Co., San Jose, California. Basscat Pantera, Mercury 200EFI. Sponsored by Basscat Boats, Mercury, Galaxie Marine, Berkley, Fenwick, Abu-Garcia, Snagproof, Rodstrainer Tackle, Pin Point electronics. Placed 50th at 1998 U.S. Open.

STAN NAKATA, 43, tackle importer/exporter, Torrance, California; Jamie. Triton 21, Mercury 225. Sponsored by Triton Boats, Bassday, J&T Tackle, Katsuichi, P-Line, Quantum.

SCOTT NIELSEN, 45, self-employed, Midvale, Utah. Ranger 518VX, Mercury 200. Sponsored by Ranger Boats, Mercury Marine, Shimano, G-Loomis, Western Marine, Pepper Jigs.

JIM OCKER, 53, professional angler, author, Lake Havasu City, Arizona; Holly. Ranger 482V, Evinrude 150 Intruder. Sponsored by Majectic Homes of Blackhawk, South Dakota, A&A Marine of Lake Havasu City. Placed first at 1998 Alamo Big Bucks, 1997 Havasu Bass at Alamo, 1991 Gateeway Bass on Mississippi River; second place and big bass at 1988 River City Classic on Mississippi River; 1987 Gateway Bass Angler of the Year.

MIKE O¹SHEA, 39, professional angler, Thousand Oaks, California; Shelly. Fishing sixth overall in 1995 WON BASS/Daiwa Cup Angler of the Year race. Placed 19th in 1994 Open.

SHIGERU OTSUKA, Japan.

BOB PALASHEWSKI, 37, electrician, Escondido, California; Joni. Ranger 481, Mercury 150. Sponsored by J.R. Baits. Placed 17th at 1996 U.S. Open, winner 1983 Western Bass Lake Roosevelt; 7th in 1995 U.S. Open; three-time WON BASS Classic qualifier; five-time Redman regional qualifier; 4th at WON BASS Lake Mead 1996.

ERIC PARRA, 34, lure manufacturer, Moreno Valley, California; Debbie. Skeeter, Yamaha 150. Sponsored by Castaic Soft Baits, Rader Bait Co., Triple Fish, Suicide Lures, Browning Vectra rods, Blakemore. 6 years tournament fishing; two time WON team of year, 9th 1998 WON BASS Lake Pleasant Invitational.

DON PAYNE, 60, pro angler, fishing guide/consultant, Modesto, California; Beverly. Ranger 487VS, Mercury 200. Sponsored by Ranger, Mercury, Berkley Trilene, Power Baits and rods; MotorGuide, Lowrance, Fisherman¹s Warehouse, Thermo Oil batteries, Super Pork, Central Valley props, Magic Worms. Over 25 years tournament fishing; 1st at WON BASS 1993 Roosevelt Lake; 1st at WON BASS 1995 Delta; 1st at West Coast Lake Oroville and Clear Lake Open; 1st at West Coast Delta 1999. Qualifier for 1995, 1996, 1998, 1999 Western Classic; 8th in 1996 Daiwa Cup standings.

DAVID PELTIER, 41, business owner, Simi Valley, California. Basscat, Evinrude 300. Sponsored by Robo Worms, J&T Tackle, Stanton Marine. Won the Lake Mead Invitational Feb. 1999 and AAA division at 1996 U.S. Open; qualified for 1999 Western Classic.

J.L. PENNINGTON, Las Vegas, Nevada. Ranger, Yamaha 225.

TOM PHILLIPS, 58, owner of Quality Raingutters, Corona, California. Ranger 519, Mercury 225. Sponsored by Ranger, Sun Country Marine, Castaway Rods, Life Like Products, P-Line, Sunsete Graphics, Extreme Fishing Products, Optima batteries, Basstrix, Quality Raingutters, Mercury Marine. Won ABA tournaments at Lake Pleasant 1998.

WALTER PHILLIPS, Rancho Cucamonga, California.

STEPHEN PIKE, 48, Sprint telephone employe, Las Vegas, Nevada; Sandy. Nitro Savage 896, Mercury 200EFI. Sponsored by Fubar Performance Baits, Haddock Lures, McCoy Fishing Products, Owner Hooks.

GREG PISHKUR, Flagstaff, Arizona. Champion, Evinrude 150.

BOB PORTER, 42, Roosevelt, Arizona; Judy. Ranger, Evinrude. Sponsored by Ranger, Evinrude, Phenix Rods, Lowrance, Sweetwater Tackle. Six top 20 finishes in WON BASS, two-time Western Classic qualifier.

KIRK PROUSE, 42, Bass Cat boats rep for western states, Oxnard, California; Cindy. Bass Cat Pantera III, Mercury 200 Optimax. Sponsored by Bass Cat, Mercury, Robo Worms, Sawyer-Cook Insurance, Berkley Trilene, Castaic Soft Baits, Skinny Bear Jigs, Jake¹s Baits Fenwick Rods. Placed 1st at 1998 WON BASS Lake Mead Invitational, 8th in 1997; 25th at 1997 U.S. Open; 3rd at ABA 1995 Lake Mead, 1st in 1996; 7th overall ABA circuit 1996, 12th in 1997; 18th AAA at 1995 U.S. Open; 2nd at Bass West Lake Mead 1997; 5-time angler of year, Ventura County Bass Club.

TOMMY PULEO, Henderson, Nevada. Champion 201, Mercury 200.

STEVE REDDING, 38, plumbing contractor, Irvine, California; Pam. Ranger 461VS, Mercury 175. Sponsored by Quantum, Maxima, Robo Worms.

MIKE REYNOLDS, 33, professional bass fisherman, Modesto, California. Champion 193, Mercury 200. Sponsored by Champion Boats, Mercury Marine, Bob¹s Marine of Modesto, Flowmaster, Stren Line, Falcon Rods, Abu-Garcia, Zipper Worm Company, Fishco, 1-800-BASS Boat Insurance, Ocean Waves, Owner Hooks, Big Boy Baits, Central Valley Propeller. 1998 Daiwa Cup/WON BASS Angler of Year; 4th place at 1998 B.A.S.S. Masters Classic in North Carolina, 2-time Classic qualifier; WON BASS 1990 Angler of Year. In four tournaments on 1998 circuit, he finished 3rd at Don Pedro, 4th at Lake Shasta, 13th at Clear Lake and 6th at Delta. 1998 West Coast Bass Classic champion; 3-time Redman All-American qualifier. Placed 14th at 1998 U.S. Open.

GEORGE ROBERTSON, plumbing contractor/lure manufacturer, Chino Valley, Arizona; Cindy. Javelin Renegade 20, Evinrude 225. Sponsored by Javelin Boats, Evinrude, Predator Batteries, OMC, Arizona Boat Store, Arizona Bass Sports. Many top ten finishes on local circuits.

AL ROBINSON, 59, casino supervisor, Boulder City, Nevada; Kathy. Ranger 522, Mercury 250. Sponsored by Gary Yamamoto Custom Baits, Gibbs Propellers, Phenix rods. 8 years tournament fishing; caught largest bass in 1993 Las Vegas Open; also won boat in 1997 Bass West Lake Mead event; several team victories on WON BASS, ABA, Angler¹s Choice and Redman Colorado River region.

ROBERT ROSTER, 67, pro angler, Independence, California; Carol. Ranger 519VS, Mercury. Sponsored by Ranger, Mercury, P-Line, California Custom Marine. 1998 Western Classic qualifier, 12th at 1997 U.S. Open, 10th in 1995 Daiwa Cup Angler of Year standings. 21st at WON BASS Lake Mead June 1995; 1st Lake Mead June 1996; 10th at Lake Shasta February 1995. Placed 12th on 1998 WON BASS Pro Circuit South.

BOBBY SANDBERG, 53, construction company superintendent, Henderson, Nevada; Lynn. Champion 191, OMC 200. Sponsored by Tempe Marine, Kalb Construction Adven Custom Rods. 30 years tournament fishing; winner 1984 and 1985 Western Bass Lake Roosevelt and 1983 Lake Mead; 4th at 1997 U.S. Open.

MARK SHAFFER, 41, used car dealer, Glendale, Arizona; Shannon. Champion 203, Evinrude 225. Sponsored by Champion Boats, Tempe Marine.

DWIGHT SHEPHARD, 49, carpenter, Upland, California. Sponsored by Haddock Lures, JB Worms, Castaic Soft Baits, McCoy Line, Graphite USA. Tournament wins in team events include 1997 ABA at Castaic, 1996 ABA at Castaic, 1996 West Coast Bass at Casitas and 1998 WON BASS at Lake Perris.

JOHN SHULL, 42, charter boat captain/guide, Oakview, California; Kym. Champion 221, Mercury 225. Sponsored by Castaic Soft Baits, Robo and Zipper Worms, J&T Tackle. Placed first in WON BASS Castaic team tournament, 2nd place Ultimate Challenge, Arkansas 1997.

BILL SIEMANTAL, 31, Los Angeles City fire fighter, Castaic, California; Lisa. ProCraft 205, Mercury 225 Optimax. Sponsored by Castaic Soft Baits, Tilly¹s Marine, Gamakatsu Hooks, Hot Sauce, Lamiglas, Maxima, Dennis the Menace spinnerbaits and jigs, Rob Worms, Lucky Craft lures. Third place at 1997 U.S. Open, first at B.A.S.S. Lake Powell 1997.

BOB SIMMONS, 54, State Farm insurance agent, Long Beach, California; Andrea. Champion, Mercury 225 EFI. Sponsored by Angler¹s Marine, Champion, Mercury, MotorGuide, Quantum reels, ProLine Jigs, California Custom Worms, Gamakatsu Hooks, Costa del Mar sunglasses. 16 years tournament fishing; 1998 Western Classic qualifier, 1st, Redman 1987 Lake Mead; 1st, West Coast 1988 Lake Mead; largest bass at 1988 U.S. Bass Open, 1989 WON BASS Lake Mead, and 1993 and 1994 WON Bass Classics; 1st ABA Lake Havasu, March 1996; 7th in 1993 Las Vegas Open and 32nd in 1994; qualifier for 1995, 1996 Western Classics; 5th at WON BASS Lake Mead June 1996; 2nd in 1996 WON BASS South Region; 2nd in 1996 Daiwa Cup. Placed 18th at 1998 U.S. Open.

MIKE SISCO, 60, owner Pro Tackle & Marine, Henderson, Nevada; Suzane. Bullet 21XDC, Mercury 225. Sponsored by Pro Tackle & Marine, Metalfast Services, Bullet Boats. 8 years tournament fishing; many high finishes in Colorado Region team tournaments. Highest finish in U.S. Open has been 15th place.

JIM SLEIGHT, 57, general contractor, WON BASS San Diego Region team tournament director, Jamul, California; Dorothy. Ranger 518VX, Mercury 200. Sponsored by Ranger, Mercury, Kalin Lures, Pure Fishing, Pro-Comp Lures.

JOHN SNEED, 42, self-employed, Poway, California; Janet. Ranger 461 VS, Mercury 150. Sponsored by wife, Intermountain Radiator & AC, Graphite USA Rods, J&S Bait Company, Big River Bass Guide Service. WON BASS Lower Colorado River team region director.

DONOVAN SPARROW, 55, contractor, Henderson, Colorado. Skeeter 210. Yamaha 225. Sponsored by ³Barbara.² Placed 2nd for 1994 Sun Country Championship; four-time qualifier Sun Country Championship.

JOHN SUZOW, 49, self-employed, Newbury Park, California; Janice. Ranger 518DVX, Mercury 200. Sponsored by Ranger Boats. Placed 1st at 1964 WON BASS Lake Havasu Invitational, many other high finishes on WON BASS circuit.

KEN SUZUKI, Japan. Skeeter, Mercury 225.

RICH TAUBER, 41, pro angler, Woodland Hills, California. Stratos 21 Extreme, Evinrude 225. Sponsored by Evinrude, OMC, Stratos, Stren, Allstar Rods, Daiwa reels, Bottom Line, Pro Cure, Hart, Lunker City Lures, Oakley Eyewear, Lucky Craft. 20 years tournament fishing; 27th at 1997 U.S. Open, placed 4th in 1996 U.S. Open, winner 1982 U.S. Open; 1st at 1984 Western Bass Lake Don Pedro; two-time qualifier for BASS Masters Classic; 20th in 1993 Las Vegas Open; 1996 and 1997 Western Classic qualifier.

RAY THURSTON, 55, high school teacher, Boulder City, Nevada; Melodee. Champion 203, Yamaha 225. Sponsored by Gary Yamamoto Custom Baits, Yamaha Outboards,Exide batteries, Rite-Hite Jack Plates, Professional Mariner battery chargers, Tempe Marine, Gains Marine. 23 years tournament fishing WON BASS, Redman, ABA. 10th place in 1993 Las Vegas Open; two-time Redman Angler of Year, Colorado River Region; two-time WON team of year, Colorado River Region 1993 and 1995; 2nd, Redman T of C, Hawaii; 9th at WON BASS Lake Mead in June 1995. Placed third in 1998 U.S. Open.

KENZO TOKUNAGA, boat dealer, Ota-Ku, Japan. Champion, Mercury. Placed 6th in 1994 Las Vegas Open. Fishes many tournaments in Japan and several WON BASS Pro Circuit events. Placed 15th at 1998 U.S. Open.

JACK TRAHAN, Kingman, Arizona. Second at WON BASS Lake Mead Invitational 1998.

MARK TYLER, Concord, California.

ROB VANDER KOOI, Mesa, Arizona. Sponsored by Nitro Boats, Action Marine, Yamamoto Custom Baits, Kush Chiropractic.

BYRON VELVICK, 35, professional angler, Boulder City, Nevada; Irene. Viper201D, Mercury 225EFI. Sponsored by Viper Boats, Mercury, Angler Technologies, Ken Craft, Maxima, Humminbird, MotorGuide, A-Lure Clothing, Osprey Products, 1-800-BASS boat insurance, Pro-Fish Management Group. 17 years tournament fishing; 20th at 1997 U.S. Open, winner 1991 Western Outdoors Lake Mead Open and 1996 U.S. Open, 1st in West Coast 1996 Lake Don Pedro, 1996 Wild West San Carlos champion, 7-time qualifier WON BASS and West Coast Classics; 9th at WON BASS Lake Mead in October 1994, 9th at Delta in November. Placed 34th in 1994 U.S. Open, 4th in 1995 U.S. Open.

JIM WALKER, 56, professional fisherman, El Cajon, California; Mary. Champion 191DCX Elite, Mercury 200. Sponsored by Angler¹s Marine, Champion, Mercury, Falcon Rods, Gambler/Bang, Yakima Bait Co., Stoney¹s Catch, J.R. Baits, Worden Lures, Poe¹s Lures, TNT Baits, timber Tiger, El Cajon Ford. 26 years tournament fishing; winner of several ABA team events at Lake San Vicente, 2-time San Diego Bassmasters club Angler of Year, 2nd at WON BASS Lake Pleasant 1996, qualifier U.S. Bass World Championship.

JIMMY WALKER, 34, sheriff¹s homicide detective, Alpine, California; Nancy. Champion 190, Mercury 200. Sponsored by Stoney¹s Catch, Diversified Marine Electric, J.R. Baits, T-N-T Baits. 16 years tournament fishing; placed 4th at 1998 U.S. Open, winner of several ABA team events at Lake San Vicente, 9th Lake Havasu ABA Pro Classic 1997, 2nd ABA Team Classic 1996; 10th WON BASS Lake Mead Invitational 1997; 16th WON BASS Tri-State team championships 1998.

MIKE WASHBURN, Wellington, Kansas.

KEVIN WIGGINS, 31, retail manager, Fresno, California; Elaine. Skeeter 195C, Yamaha 200. Sponsored by Skeeter Boats, Yamaha Marine, MotorGuide, Shimano, California Custom Worms.Won the 1994 U.S. .Open.

JIM WILLIAMS, 44, retired U.S. Navy, Escondido, California; Gloria. Champion 202, Mercury 225. Sponsored by Western Plastics, McCoy Line, Owner Hooks, Barnacle Bill¹s Bait & Tackle, East Quest Productions.

RONALD R. WILLIAMS, 48, manufacturer of dental cameras, Dana Point, California; Deborah. Champion 187, Mercury 175. Has second, third and seventh place finishes in Operation Bass RedMan tournaments.

TODD WOODS, 35, Los Angeles Co. firefighter/paramedic, Murietta, California; Jennifer. Champion 181, Evinrude 150. Sponsored by Dezyner Baits, Shimano, P-Line, Top Brass Tackle, Assault Plastics, Edge Products. Placed 3rd in 1994 U.S. Open, 12th in 1995. 1999 U.S. Open Bass Tournament
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DEREK YAMAMOTO, 26, branch manager Gary Yamamoto Custom Baits, Tempe, Arizona; Amber. Champion 1930CX, Yamaha 200. Sponsored by Gary Yamamoto Custom Baits, Champion Boats, Yamaha Marine. Placed 11th at WON BASS Lake Mead 1994, 4 first place finishes in WON BASS Lake Powell teams, member 1994 Team of Year, first in Wild West team event 1995 San Carlos Lake, 5th at Angler¹s Choice 1996 Lake Mead.

GARY YAMAMOTO, 56, owner Gary Yamamoto Custom Baits, Mineola, Texas; Beverly. Champion Elite 203 DCX, Yamaha 225. Sponsored by Gary Yamamoto Custom Baits, Champion Baots. 20 years tournament fishing; placed 24th in 1993 Open; first in the 1995 U.S. Open, plus big fish of tournament, for a total of over $75,000 in winnings, 2nd in 1997 U.S. Open, 1997 Angler¹s Choice Classic qualifier.

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