Casting Couples Report

Mike Hobday (Elkhart) and Cassandra Eddy (Niles) - 1st Place

The father/daughter team of Mike Hobday (Elkhart) and Cassandra Eddy (Niles) had five keeper bass totaling 12.27 pounds to win the Casting Couples tournament on Long Lake last weekend.

Hobday and Eddy used crankbaits in 8-12 feet of water to win $230. They also took home big bass honors with a 3.06-pound largemouth for an extra $60.

Ryan and Alssya Yoder (Mishawaka) - 2nd Place

Ryan and Alssya Yoder (Mishawaka) had five bass totaling 10.7 pounds to finish second ($120) and had the second biggest bass, 3.04 pounds, to win the Native Pride Tackle Pack. The Yoders fished docks all day to catch their limit of bass.

George and Kayleigh Fowler (Elkhart) - 3rd Place

George and Kayleigh Fowler (Elkhart) brought in five bass weighing 8.74 pounds to finish third ($70) by fishing wacky-rigged Yum Dingers.

The next regular Casting Couples tournament is at Fish, Finch, and Saddlebag lakes Aug. 8 from 7-1. Entry fee is $50. Contact Rick Kedik at 269-240-4917 or visit the Facebook Page, MichianaCastingCouples.