Sun: Sunny, Wind 8-10, Low 46 – High 72

If you are only going to win 1 tournament a year, it should be the most important.  After failing to win a tournament this season, Jon Harshbarger, claimed the 2007 Century Classic on Lake Palestine this past weekend.  Jon blew away the field by just over 9 lbs.  He weighed a 5 fish limit each day for a total weight of 29.30 lbs. His fish were caught mostly around boat docks on a Jig.  The best jig colors he found were Blue & Black and Black, Brown & Amber. Jon also claimed the Day 1 big bass with a 4.46 lb largemouth.  His total winnings claimed for the weekend were $587.00 for 1^st place & $150.00 for big bass. This was Jon’s third Century Classic victory since 2000. (Cedar Creek – 2000, Bob Sandlin – 2004, & Palestine – 2007)

Finishing in 2^nd place was the only other competitor to weigh a limit of fish for both days, Mr. Robert Hargrove. Despite his consistency his fish didn’t include the quality that it took to win.  He weighed a total of 10 fish for 20.22 lbs.  He caught his fish shallow, on his typical Chicken Rig w/ a trick worm & lots of smelly jelly.  He was paid $375.00 for 2^nd place.

The 3^rd position found Dwayne Shamburger who weighed in 8 fish over two days for a total of 17.70 lbs.  His fish ate both his Shakey Head Jig, & his Carolina Rig. He was given $305.00 for his catch.

A 1^st year Century member, Kyle Norrod, earned the 4^th place payout of $235.00.  He caught 8 total fish for 16.25 lbs.  His fish were caught on a white crankbait w/ a black splattered back in shallow water.  He also caught fish on a Shakey Head Jig around docks.   

The 5th place finisher, Craig Dowis, weighed 8 fish for a 16.01 lb total.  Craig’s fish were caught on a Chartreuse colored Spinner bait.  He was paid $211.00.

Another 1^st year member, Luke Schultz, was the 6^th place finisher.  He managed only 5 fish for 2 days weighing 13.93 lbs; however, one of those fish tipped the scales at 6.49 lbs.  His big fish was the day 2 Big Bass and earned him $150.00, while his 6^th place finish paid $187.00.  

Century Tournament Director, Joey Deans, finished in 7^th place.  He weighed 6 “Brack Bass” for a total of 12.11 lbs.  He caught his fish on Spit Fire Jigs in Black & Blue and Cypress Craw.  His payout was $141.00.

8^th Place was earned by Yarik Malyuta with his 6 fish, 12.00 lb total. He caught his fish on a Wacky worm & on a Texas rigged Creature Bait.  He will cash a $118.00 check.

In order to finish in 9^th place, Nick Carroccio had to catch 3 fish each day for a total weight of 9.66 lbs.  His fish were caught mostly on a Shakey Head Jig around Boat Docks; however, he did catch a few on shallow crank baits.  While his fishing was purely skill, His luck came out at the end of the tournament where he was chosen to receive a Free Entry into the next Century Tournament.

Rounding out the Top 10 money winners was Philip Webb.  His 5 fish for a 9.59 lb total was enough to separate him from the unfortunate folks who didn’t earn a payout. He caught his fish on a Spitfire Finesse Jig around Docks.  He also earned $95.00 for his efforts.

A reminder for All Top 6 Competitors & anyone who is able to,

Please be prepared to pay your Federation Nation Dues, $38.00 total at the Banquet if possible.  They need to be submitted to the State & BASS prior to December 31^st for 2008.  Your Century Membership Dues will not have to be paid till the 1^st meeting in January.  Cash is preferred, but checks will be taken at Paul’s Zukosky’s Discretion.

Century Bass Club 2007 Year’s End Banquet

To be held on Wednesday Nov. 14^th at 7:00 Pm at Dos Charros

5201 Rowlett Rd

Rowlett, TX 75088
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Please RSVP to Nick Carroccio via Email n.carroccio@verizon.net  or via Cell phone (972) 839-6723 prior to Friday Nov. 9^th, a definite count of attending members & family is important.