Ron & Jordan “Al” Smith @ the 2005 Youth Tourney. Jordan’s 1st bass tournament.
I started competitive fishing in early 1990’s. I began fishing various local tournaments in Illinois and Iowa with much success.
When I first began fishing my equipment was less than adequate. After two Champion boats and two Bass Cats, I have now settled into my favorite boat. A 2005, 20 foot Bass Cat with a 225 Mercury.
Favorite Past-times (other than fishing): Deer Hunting & Texas Hold’em
Tournament Accomplishments:
1994-Midwest Bass: finish 5th overall
World Series of Team Fishing: 1st Mississippi River Pool 13
1995-World Series of Team Fishing Classic @ Pickwick, AL: finished 9th
1996-Super Bass Tournament @ Rend Land: finished 1st
1997-Started fishing Illinois Bass Federation
1998-Won Illinois Bass Federation Angler of the Year
