2010 Bassmaster Elite at Kentucky Lake – Day 4 Finals
June 12, 2010
ESPN Bassmaster Elite Series’s Tenessee Triumph Kentucky Lake, Paris TN, being held June 9th-12th. Kevin VanDam cranks his way to victory with a four day total of 92 pounds, 5 ounces. This was VanDam’s 17th victory.
VanDam Does it Again
June 11, 2010
Day 2 Leader Kevin VanDam of Kalamazoo, MI. with a 2 day total of 49lb2oz.(BASS Communications/Seigo Saito)
Paris, TN – Kevin VanDam’s Kentucky Lake domination is beginning to get a bit ridiculous. Despite a rough start – VanDam failed to connect on consecutive 5-pounders on his first two bites – the five-time Toyota Tundra Bassmaster Angler of the Year opened up a 6-pound lead at the Tennessee Triumph Friday.
After scoring a first-, second- and third-place finish in the previous three Elite events here, VanDam is closing in on adding another victory to his Kentucky Lake ledger. He ended up toting 24 pounds, 2 ounces, to the scales Thursday, which upgraded his two-day total to 49 pounds, 2 ounces. His consistency was rare as he was only angler to remain in the top five from Wednesday.
VanDam capitalized on a fast-and-furious early-morning bite, which allowed him to vacate his primary areas by 9:30am and hunt for new water. The search wasn’t fruitless and VanDam feels that he has a number of areas at his disposal that could produce. Still, VanDam was worried about boat pressure – from locals and competitors – with the impending weekend. Last year, perhaps the most lasting image from Bobby Lane’s victory here was the armada of 100-plus spectator boats that crowded his area. [Read more]
2010 Bassmaster Elite at Kentucky Lake – Day 1
June 10, 2010
ESPN Bassmaster Elite Series’s Tenessee Triumph Kentucky Lake, Paris TN, being held June 9th-12th. Results after the first day have fitve time Angler of the Year Kevin VanDam atop the leaderboard with 25.00lbs. Rick Morris is in second place with 24.15lbs.
No Surprise: VanDam Takes Early Lead on Kentucky Lake at Bassmaster Elite Series Event
June 9, 2010
Day 1 Leader Kevin VanDam of Kalamazoo, MI. 25lb. (BASS Communicaitons/Seigo Saito)
It was more a question of when, not if, five-time Toyota Tundra Bassmaster Angler of the Year Kevin VanDam was going to make a late-season charge. Heading into the Tennessee Triumph this week, the planet’s best angler was in 26th in the Angler of the Year standings. Respectable for mere mortals, yes, but for VanDam, it wasn’t good enough.
But this week looked like an obvious springboard. VanDam of Kalamazoo, Mich., has posted first-, second- and third-place finishes on Kentucky Lake in the three previous Bassmaster competitions here. A Wednesday limit of 25 pounds, 0 ounces, on the fish factory has him in the catbird seat to start the week. Just ounces off the pace, Rick Morris of Lake Gaston, Va., registered 24-15 and sits in second.
Unlike in years past on Kentucky, things have been a struggle thus far, VanDam said. The current didn’t run until late in the day and the bass aren’t schooling up and prone to quick flurries, most likely due to the recent flooding.
“It’s not easy out there,” said VanDam, a three-time Bassmaster Classic champion. “The areas that I typically go to have been beat to pieces. The biggest thing that has changed is everyone has the equipment to find fish out here. And it shows. But you still have to know what to throw and how to throw it to get the big bites.”
No Surprise: VanDam Takes Early Lead on Kentucky Lake at Bassmaster Elite Series Event
June 9, 2010
Day 1 Leader Kevin VanDam of Kalamazoo, MI. 25lb. (BASS Communications/Seigo Saito)
It was more a question of when, not if, five-time Toyota Tundra Bassmaster Angler of the Year Kevin VanDam was going to make a late-season charge. Heading into the Tennessee Triumph this week, the planet’s best angler was in 26th in the Angler of the Year standings. Respectable for mere mortals, yes, but for VanDam, it wasn’t good enough.
But this week looked like an obvious springboard. VanDam of Kalamazoo, Mich., has posted first-, second- and third-place finishes on Kentucky Lake in the three previous Bassmaster competitions here. A Wednesday limit of 25 pounds, 0 ounces, on the fish factory has him in the catbird seat to start the week. Just ounces off the pace, Rick Morris of Lake Gaston, VA, registered 24-15 and sits in second.
Unlike in years past on Kentucky, things have been a struggle thus far, VanDam said. The current didn’t run until late in the day and the bass aren’t schooling up and prone to quick flurries, most likely due to the recent flooding.
“It’s not easy out there,” said VanDam, a three-time Bassmaster Classic champion. “The areas that I typically go to have been beat to pieces. The biggest thing that has changed is everyone has the equipment to find fish out here. And it shows. But you still have to know what to throw and how to throw it to get the big bites.”
Memorial Day Discount available at five Tennessee State Parks
May 24, 2010
Special rate at participating park inns offered; various events planned across state
NASHVILLE, TN – Make plans now to spend Memorial Day weekend at one of five Tennessee State Parks offering special inn rates. In addition, various Memorial Day activities are planned across the state, providing a number of recreational opportunities for the entire family.
A 33 percent discount will be offered on inn rooms at the following state parks: Fall Creek Falls, Henry Horton, Montgomery Bell, Natchez Trace and Paris Landing (excludes discounts for cabins and suites). The special offer requires a two-night minimum available Friday through Sunday. [Read more]
Governors Bass Tourney set for Sunday
May 21, 2010
The 16th annual Austin Peay State University Governors Bass Tournament is set for Sunday, at Kentucky Lake, with registration and boat launching from Paris Landing, TN, State Park.
Postponed May 8th because of flood conditions, this annual event benefits Austin Peay athletics. The tourney will begin 6:00 am, Sunday, although all contestants must be checked in between 4:00 am – 5:30 am, with a mandatory meeting on the water at 5:45 am. Pre-registration entry fee is $100.00 per boat (two people per boat), $110.00 after noon, Friday.
Last season’s tournament drew a record 333 boats, 64 more than the previous mark. [Read more]
Governors Bass Tournament rescheduled for Sunday, May 23rd
May 16, 2010
The 16th annual Austin Peay State University Governors Bass Tournament is just one week away.
The tourney, postponed May 8th because of flood conditions, will be held Sunday, May 23rd, at Kentucky Lake, with registration and boat launching from Paris Landing, TN, State Park. It was the first time in tourney history that weather caused postponement.
Last season’s tournament drew a record 333 boats, 64 more than the previous mark.
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