The Cambridge dictionary lists one definition of the term “Coming of Age” - as the time when something has become fully developed or successful.
And this was certainly the case for two members of the first and second place teams in this weekend’s FPT Top-75 Classic Championship event on the Sacramento River.
Wendell Brown and James Ellington took home the inaugural FPT Top-75 Western Tour Championship title, and a $10,000 cash award, with a two-day 30.42-pound limit, dominating the field and overtaking the second-place team - Jerry King and Steve Thurman by a mere 0.20 ounces.
Like most qualifiers, Wendell and James ran to the delta proper, visiting the Beaver Slough area and using the “Punching” technique to capture Classic gold.
“Coming of Age”
While both teams turned in amazing performances, what is most notable is that 20 years ago, both Wendell Brown and Jerry King started out competing in Future Pro Tour competition in small aluminum boats and in family-style pontoon boats – respectively, but their tenacity, competitve drive, and ability to patiently “stay on the grind”, has significanltly developed their skills and transformed them into successful anglers.
Their dedication and commitment clearly underscore and represent the charter philosophy of the Future Pro Tour – since its inception, and its on-going mantra of “Developing Champions”.
R2Sea - Youth Angler League crowns a new champion!
Lucas Diacon took the River2Sea Youth Angler League crown and $350 dollars cash, with an 8.37-pound limit, and topping a field of 10 qualifying youth anglers ranging for 9 to 17 years old.
Lucas has the distinction of being a 2-time kids division Angler of the Year - and youngest every Youth Angler League Classic champion, and next year will be moved up to the “Jr’s” division competition within River2Sea’s Youth Angler League competition.
Congratulations Luke, on an outstanding year!
THANK YOU
A sincere thanks to all participants and premier sponsors of this inaugural Tour, and for your part in making it a monumental success. Please know that your support is always appreciated, and never taken for granted.
Please note that dates for the 2025 FPT Top75 – Western Tour are set, and registration for participation is open- and filling very fast, so if you plan on participating in all the fun, please call the Angler’s Press Outdoors offices TODAY and get it done!
We look forward to serving you in 2025!
Angler’s Press Outdoors
916-768.0938