J.J. PATTON AND ROB GROENE TAKE THE WIN!
Pool 12, April 1, 2007, by Greg Kizewski

The day started out with 23 mph winds, with gusts to 30 mph, overcast and an outside temperature of 46 degrees. Main channel water temperatures were in the 47 to 48 degree range with some backwater areas in the low 50's. within 30 minutes of take-off, the rain started and it rained off and on all day.  

The winners of this event was the team of JJ Patton and Rob Groene - they weighed in 13.65 lbs of fish. JJ stated "We fished soft plastics in backwater spawning areas, working the first drop very slow with light weights - I would like to give special thanks to Brovarney Baits." 

Second place was the team of Darrin Hannah and Tom McMahon who had 12.87 lbs and also took the big bass honors with a beautiful 5 lb largemouth. Darrin said "We primarly fished backwater areas with weeds. All of our fish were caught on jigs and crankbaits. If the sun would have came out a bit, I think our bite would have been much better." 

Third place was the team of Tony Hall and Bill Baker who had 8.82 lbs,

Tim Domaille and Adam Hermsen who took fourth with 8.26 lbs.  

The tough conditions yeilded no limits of fish and only 10 teams weighed any fish at all.   I would like to thank Brook Rodenbeck and his lovely wife and daughter for all their hard work putting this tournament together. Despite the uncooperative weather, a great time was had by all!!  

29 Fish weighing a total of 75.64 comes out to a 2.61lb average/ fish.


The other 9 teams tried their best, but failed to bring fish into the scale.  Trophy Plaques were given to 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and Big Bass. There were 19 teams for the tournament.