Nick Matthews
I started fishing ponds around my neighborhood when I was growing up and it led to an obsession. I’d always wanted to fish tournaments, but I knew no one that had a boat, nor could I buy one. I bought myself a kayak in early 2016 at the age of 16, which lead to my […]
Ronnie Robinson
Growing up my entire family were avid outdoor enthusiast. I started fishing around the age of 9 at our City Park. At 11 years old my grandfather bought me a 12ft aluminum boat and I started fishing saltwater in Ocean City Maryland. At 15 years old my parents bought a 32ft boat and we started […]
Matt Skelton
I am the founding member and director of West TN Bass Yakkers (WTBY) in which I run kayak bass fishing tournaments and promote kayak angling in West Tennessee and North Mississippi. I also proudly serve as a founding director for the Kayak Anglers Association of Tennessee (KAST), the governing body for kayak anglers in Tennessee […]
Paul Winkel
Hailing from Fordwich, Ontario, kayak fishing is not just a pastime for me; it’s my passion and my ultimate escape. My journey into the world of fishing commenced back in 2005, thanks to a thoughtful gift from my wife – a Pungo kayak and a fishing rod. Twelve years have passed since that initial spark, […]
Giovanni Gargano
As a lifelong resident of the Chesapeake Bay area, I have developed an exceptional passion for the bay and its surrounding waters. From my early years, I have dedicated myself to exploring the bay using various watercraft, such as Jon boats and kayaks, to indulge in my deep-rooted love for the water. Throughout the seasons, […]
Michael Bartgis
In 2008, I relocated to the Virginia/Maryland region right after completing college. To my delight, I stumbled upon a thriving urban and bay fishing scene in the area. Initially, I spent a few months fishing from the shores, but it didn’t take long for me to take the plunge and invest in a kayak. The […]
Richard Toepfer
I enjoy fishing both saltwater and freshwater from my Hobie kayaks. I’m entering my third year as part of the Hobie team, and I have a fantastic working relationship with my local dealer, Ramsey Outdoor. At the moment, I’m the proud owner of a Hobie Lynx and a recently acquired Hobie Pro Angler 14 – […]
John Hostalka
At my core, I’m a multi-species angler. I enjoy chasing both freshwater and saltwater species from my home in Maryland south as far as Florida, and north up to New York. My roots trace back to upstate South Carolina, where I spent my formative years on the water. Over time, I’ve come to consider the […]
Steve Buechner
Fishing has been an integral part of my life for as long as I can remember, and my insatiable love for it knows no bounds. I find joy in angling in various settings, targeting a multitude of species. However, my greatest fervor lies in kayak bass fishing, especially when it comes to competing in tournaments. […]
Wayne Lobb
An accomplished kayak angler known for my success in regional saltwater tournaments since 2008. I transitioned to national freshwater events, competing in the prestigious Hobie Bass Open Series and qualifying for the Tournament of Champions.