CHRISTIAN TEAM TRAIL BASS TOURNAMENT | Jan. 2, 2016
Venue: Lake Okeechobee
Fifty boasts with 98 participants launched from Okee-Tantie Marina and braved the wind and threat of rain to bring in some excellent catches of fish. Eleven teams weighted in with a five-fish limit of fifteen pounds or better.
Kail Stevens and Drew Wanczak bested the field with a five-fish limit weighing in at 24.38 lbs. They also captured big fish honors with an 8.33 lbs largemouth. Second place went to the team of Larry Wise and Blake Everett with a weight of 21.14 lbs while third place went to the team of Keith and John Pierce with a weight of 19.67 lbs.
Upon weigh-ins the crowd and participants were treated to cold drinks and all-beef hot dogs provided by Oakview Baptist Church and professionally prepared by city councilman Noel Chandler. The participants were also treated to door prizes provided by local businesses including Eli’s Western Wear, Parrott Island Grill, World Famous Sam Griffin Lures, Fast Break Tackle, Garrard’s Bait & Tackle Shop, and Arby’s Restaurant.
The Christian Team Trail is an evangelism ministry of Oakview Baptist Church using the biblical example of fishing to bring people to the saving knowledge of Jesus Christ. Jesus said, “Follow Me and I will make you fishers of men”. Those interested in participating or providing prizes to the event are encouraged to contact the Oakview Baptist Church at (863) 763-1699 or Tournament Director Jim Fowler.
Next Tournament will be Saturday February 6th at Okee-Tantie Marina
- 1st Place: Kail Stevens & Drew Wanczak, 5-fish, 24.38 lbs
- 2nd Place: Larry Wise & Blake Everett, 5-fish, 21.14 lbs
- 3rd Place: Keith Pearce & John Pearce, 5-fish, 19.67 lbs
- Big Bass: Kail Stevens & Drew Wanczak, 8.33 lbs
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Tournament Contact Info
- Name: Jim Fowler
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