James River Results: Jul 17, 2010
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Jim Sutton and Jim Whittman close the season with BIG Win
Jeff Francis and Brent Hatton win third Divisional Title in a Row
VA East Division Fishers of Men National Tournament Trail
Congratulations to the 1st place team of Jim Sutton and Jim Whittman, who caught 5 largemouth bass weighing in at 15.00 lbs. They reported catching fish throughout the day on wacky rigged finesse worms on the Chickahominy River. Both anglers wanted to thank their families, FOM Tournament staff, Save Phace and JDC Baits Their efforts were worth a $1470 for first place. 2nd place: Chris Daves / Jacob Powroznik (14.35 lbs.); 3rd place: Walter Emerson / Brody Webb (13.21 lbs.); 4th place: Tom Leary Mike Huminick (13.11 lbs.); 5th place: Kevin Davenport / Eddie Shelburne (12.47 lbs.); 6th place: Greg Cooper / Rodney Mutter (12.41 lbs.); 7th place: Jeff Francis / Brent Hatton (12.31 lbs.); 8th place: Carl and Aaron Sadler (11.89 lbs.); 9th place: Richard Addy/ Kelly Pratt (11.72 lbs.); 10th place: Marty and Jackson Hudson (11.66 lbs.); 11th place: Stan Cobb / Steve Miller (11.57 lbs.) 12th place: Mike and Andy Gibbs (11.53 lbs.). 1st Big fish: Jackson and Marty Hudson (6.11 lbs.); 2nd Big fish: Jim Sutton and Jim Whittman (5.91 lbs.). 71 Teams participated in the event!
Congratulations to Jeff Francis and Brent Hatton for winning their third VA East Divisional Championship in a row. This team has been a model of consistency over the last three years. They are incredible men, and will represent the VA East with pride as the make their way back to the National Championship.
Saturday, July 17th was the fifth and final tournament for the 2010 season of the VA East Division of Fishers of Men National Tournament Trail. The tournament conditions included 85 degrees and HOT at blast-off and the temperatures reached a hot and humid 98 degrees at weigh in.
The pre-tournament meeting included food, fun and fellowship in an uplifting environment. 180 fishermen and family members attended the meeting, where they were served complimentary and delicious meals including Popeye’s Fried Chicken, mashed potatoes, red beans and rice and cookies for dessert. Michelle Hancock and Just Us provided incredible music and entertainment for the anglers and their families. The night’s moving message was brought to us by Frank Hollis. Frank attended our ‘09 event and asked if he could speak at our next event. We agreed, however Frank was called home to be with the Lord shortly after our event last year. Frank’s family shared Frank’s video testimony with all in attendance. Frank’s message was moving and heartfelt and we are so blessed that the Hollis family shared such an incredible testimony with us. The Lord touched many hearts that evening with 9 in attendance making a redidication to Christ I want to thank the entire Ft. Lee Baptist Church, Candice Camp, Neal Atkinson, Becky, Xan and Tori Callaway, Beverly and Kevin Bartlett and Thomas Edmunds for making this event a success. Many hands helped make this event a huge success!
Mark and Mark Hardy, Jr. are the 2010 Adult/Youth Award (sponsored by Green Top Sporting Goods) Champions. They received a Pure Fishing Fishing Pack and award for their accomplishments. The Father/Son team also received an automatic berth to the Regional Championship. Congratulations to you both.
Jackson and Marty Hudson are the 2010t Guy/Gal Award Champions! (sponsored by Dance’s Sporting Goods). Marty and Jackson also received an automatic berth to the Regional Championship.
Jeff Francis and Brent Hatton are won the 2010 Big Bag Award (sponsored by Pop’s Marine) for their efforts on the Potomac River.
Sonny and Ronnie Conner are the 2010 Big Fish Award Winners (sponsored by Richpop LLC- Popeye’s Fried Chicken).
I would like thank all of our local sponsors including: When making your next purchase please consider our Divisional Sponsors which include: Pop's Marine, Green Top Sporting Goods, JB Custom Rod’s, Captain Gary’s Boat Cleaner, Propeller Dynamics, Sanderson Propellers, Varina Auto Service, Deep Creek Lures, Eagle Claw, Woods & Waters Magazine, Dance’s Sporting Goods, BassEast.com, Logan Fire, SavePhace, Karl’s Bassin’ Adventures Guide Service, DCR VA Department of Conservation and Recreation, & CB Hawg Sauce.
We would like to take this opportunity to thank all the fine companies that make Fishers of Men possible:
Triton Boats, Mercury, Strike King Lure Company, Markel Marine Insurance, Solar Bat, Gary Yamamoto Custom Baits, Power-Pole, Kistler Rods, Berkley, Keelshield, Grace Full Gospel Church, MotorGuide, Lowrance,Marshall’s Marine Lake City SC, Mizmo Bait Company, Dual Pro Charger, Buckeye Lures, Stanley Jigs, Spike-It, Jacobs Glass, Logan Fire Apparatus, T&H Marine, Rejuvenade, and Keep Alive Oxygen Infusers.
