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Youth teams fish the Bobby Lane Cup

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The 6th Annual Bobby Lane Cup was held Dec. 3 at Camp Mack’s River Resort in Lake Wales, Fla.
The 6th Annual Bobby Lane Cup was held Dec. 3 at Camp Mack’s River Resort in Lake Wales, Fla.
There were 29 youth teams, 107 high school teams and 28 Reel Kids that were part of the event. That’s a grand total of 300 anglers participating and 436 with coaches included.
There were 29 youth teams, 107 high school teams and 28 Reel Kids that were part of the event. That’s a grand total of 300 anglers participating and 436 with coaches included.
Teams fished Lake Kissimmee and Lake Hatchineha.
Teams fished Lake Kissimmee and Lake Hatchineha.
A fish catch on Lake Kissimmee. $9,000 in college scholarships were awarded at the event.
A fish catch on Lake Kissimmee. $9,000 in college scholarships were awarded at the event.
Teams consisted of a boat captain and two high school or junior anglers. Several teams come annually all the way from Rock Castle, Ky.
Teams consisted of a boat captain and two high school or junior anglers. Several teams come annually all the way from Rock Castle, Ky.
A team makes a short move in the canal near Camp Mack.
A team makes a short move in the canal near Camp Mack.
A youth team and their captain fishing the canal.
A youth team and their captain fishing the canal.
And a fish catch for the camera.
And a fish catch for the camera.
A hawk keeps an eye out.
A hawk keeps an eye out.
Bobby’s older brother Arnie captaining a youth team.
Bobby’s older brother Arnie captaining a youth team.
The Reel Kids casting competition kicked off at 11a.m.
The Reel Kids casting competition kicked off at 11a.m.
Trophy Catch Florida (www.TrophyCatchFlorida.com) set up at the event. This program is amazing for anglers fishing in Florida.
Trophy Catch Florida (www.TrophyCatchFlorida.com) set up at the event. This program is amazing for anglers fishing in Florida.
Florida offers anglers generous financial incentives for documented bass over 8 pounds. Would there be a Trophy Catch at the Bobby Lane Cup?
Florida offers anglers generous financial incentives for documented bass over 8 pounds. Would there be a Trophy Catch at the Bobby Lane Cup?
Bobby had help from fellow Bassmaster Elite Series anglers Brandon Lester and Bradley Roy. Professional anglers John Cox, Brandon McMillian, JT Kenney, Blake Smith and others helped with the weigh-ins.
Bobby had help from fellow Bassmaster Elite Series anglers Brandon Lester and Bradley Roy. Professional anglers John Cox, Brandon McMillian, JT Kenney, Blake Smith and others helped with the weigh-ins.
Bobby’s youngest daughter Amberley sang the national anthem.
Bobby’s youngest daughter Amberley sang the national anthem.
Back at weigh-in, Arnie Lane proudly takes a picture of his team’s catch.
Back at weigh-in, Arnie Lane proudly takes a picture of his team’s catch.
The fishing was solid this year.
The fishing was solid this year.
More teams weigh in their fish, getting photos to remember the day.
More teams weigh in their fish, getting photos to remember the day.
More on this youth event team later.
More on this youth event team later.
A great crowd cheered on the anglers.
A great crowd cheered on the anglers.
These fish didn’t get away but would soon be released.
These fish didn’t get away but would soon be released.
Another solid fish.
Another solid fish.
Camp Mack has hosted the event each year of its existence.
Camp Mack has hosted the event each year of its existence.
Anglers wait backstage to weigh in.
Anglers wait backstage to weigh in.
A giant bass comes to the scales.
A giant bass comes to the scales.
Do we have a trophy catch?
Do we have a trophy catch?
Yes we do. It’s an 8-5 largemouth brought in by the team of Tyler Bazemore and Shane Schmucker. That’s worth $100 right there.
Yes we do. It’s an 8-5 largemouth brought in by the team of Tyler Bazemore and Shane Schmucker. That’s worth $100 right there.
More high school teams weigh in.
More high school teams weigh in.
Hauling one good fish after another from their livewells.
Hauling one good fish after another from their livewells.
And weighing them in with the help of professional anglers.
And weighing them in with the help of professional anglers.
And we have a second Trophy Catch. 8.85 from the team of Zachary White and Kyle Mercer. Another $100.
And we have a second Trophy Catch. 8.85 from the team of Zachary White and Kyle Mercer. Another $100.
Second place in the junior event was Riley McFearson and Andrew Ready (11.30). Third place was Jakes Stines and Nate Hardwick (10.50).
Second place in the junior event was Riley McFearson and Andrew Ready (11.30). Third place was Jakes Stines and Nate Hardwick (10.50).
First place in the junior division – Tripp Berlinksky Jr. and Haddan Herring (13.85).
First place in the junior division – Tripp Berlinksky Jr. and Haddan Herring (13.85).
They racked up, including tackle cards and other prizes. Rods from Abu Garcia and a custom build.
They racked up, including tackle cards and other prizes. Rods from Abu Garcia and a custom build.
Third place was Zachary White and Kyler Mercer (16.10), the top three winning teams received Abu Garcia rod and reel combos.
Third place was Zachary White and Kyler Mercer (16.10), the top three winning teams received Abu Garcia rod and reel combos.
Second place in the high school event was Garrett Thomas and Brian Napier (17.75).
Second place in the high school event was Garrett Thomas and Brian Napier (17.75).
The winning team was Tyler Bazemore and Shane Schmucker (18.15).
The winning team was Tyler Bazemore and Shane Schmucker (18.15).
Sponsors of the event were: Keller, Kelley Buick GMC, Toho Marine & Outdoors, Seminole Asphalt Paving, Outcast Watersports Inc., Turf & Dirt Tractor Services, Off the Wall Adventures, www.ruvidesign.com, Charleston Rubber & Gasket Inc., Power Pole, Anglers for Conservation-Orlando, Abu Garcia, Rodda Construction, Publix Super Markets Charities Inc., NAPA Auto, Thomas's Transport, Arnett Electric Inc., R.F. Lane Co., O'Cain Inc., Lakeland Automall, Remington Wheels, Maclan Corporation, Dr. Stan Castor, Plastic Surgeon, B & L Tire Co., Engineered Energy Equipment Inc., Grounz 4 Divorce, G&G Electric, Spiker's Wheels & Tires, Mulberry Railcar, Lakeland Winsupply, Central Florida Truss, Rolort Transportation Inc., NGK Spark Plugs, A&D Repair Center Inc., Haines City Car Care, Chris Lane Fishing, Spiderwire, Shakespeare, Digi-Tech, Yozuri, Yamaha, Havoc, Trokar, Phoenix Boats, Major League Fishing, Berkley, Raymarine, VMC Hooks, Yamamoto, Gene Larew, , Luck E Strike, Strike King, Livingston Lures, Stone's Outhouse, Batteries By Fisher, Interstate Batteries, Vexan Rods, Mud Hole Custom Tackle, Chick-Fil-A, Bob's Jack Plate, Marine Supply, Dawn Holcomb, Monte Goodwin, Andy Bean, Pepsi Co.
Sponsors of the event were: Keller, Kelley Buick GMC, Toho Marine & Outdoors, Seminole Asphalt Paving, Outcast Watersports Inc., Turf & Dirt Tractor Services, Off the Wall Adventures, www.ruvidesign.com, Charleston Rubber & Gasket Inc., Power Pole, Anglers for Conservation-Orlando, Abu Garcia, Rodda Construction, Publix Super Markets Charities Inc., NAPA Auto, Thomas’s Transport, Arnett Electric Inc., R.F. Lane Co., O’Cain Inc., Lakeland Automall, Remington Wheels, Maclan Corporation, Dr. Stan Castor, Plastic Surgeon, B & L Tire Co., Engineered Energy Equipment Inc., Grounz 4 Divorce, G&G Electric, Spiker’s Wheels & Tires, Mulberry Railcar, Lakeland Winsupply, Central Florida Truss, Rolort Transportation Inc., NGK Spark Plugs, A&D Repair Center Inc., Haines City Car Care, Chris Lane Fishing, Spiderwire, Shakespeare, Digi-Tech, Yozuri, Yamaha, Havoc, Trokar, Phoenix Boats, Major League Fishing, Berkley, Raymarine, VMC Hooks, Yamamoto, Gene Larew, , Luck E Strike, Strike King, Livingston Lures, Stone’s Outhouse, Batteries By Fisher, Interstate Batteries, Vexan Rods, Mud Hole Custom Tackle, Chick-Fil-A, Bob’s Jack Plate, Marine Supply, Dawn Holcomb, Monte Goodwin, Andy Bean, Pepsi Co.
The Florida B.A.S.S. Nation live-release boat was busy taking the fish back to the waters.
The Florida B.A.S.S. Nation live-release boat was busy taking the fish back to the waters.
Camp Mack is a busy place for other types of boats too.
Camp Mack is a busy place for other types of boats too.
Following the weigh-in it was time to raise money.
Following the weigh-in it was time to raise money.
Everyone gets involved.
Everyone gets involved.
Items donated by sponsors await their new owners.
Items donated by sponsors await their new owners.
An auctioned Power-Pole gets the ball rolling.
An auctioned Power-Pole gets the ball rolling.
Some of the raised funds help cover membership dues for several high school teams like the Lakeland Bassmasters.
Some of the raised funds help cover membership dues for several high school teams like the Lakeland Bassmasters.
Whiskey Bent BBQ helped the cause.
Whiskey Bent BBQ helped the cause.
Even a sprint car team came out.
Even a sprint car team came out.
Bobby’s brother Chris donated a jersey to help out.
Bobby’s brother Chris donated a jersey to help out.
The 2016 Bobby Lane Cup was a success. The 2017 event is scheduled for Dec. 2. The event’s Facebook page is www.facebook.com/BobbyLaneCup. Bobby Lane, Tracy Ducar, their families, and all of the volunteers put on a first-class event that all bass fishing fans can be proud of.
The 2016 Bobby Lane Cup was a success. The 2017 event is scheduled for Dec. 2. The event’s Facebook page is www.facebook.com/BobbyLaneCup. Bobby Lane, Tracy Ducar, their families, and all of the volunteers put on a first-class event that all bass fishing fans can be proud of.

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