Matt Lanier
Lifelong angler and currently a Fishing Coach for Salt Strong Saltwater Fishing Club. Fishing in a Hobie Outback. I love fishing of all kinds, and it has always been my passion, but chasing spot tails (redfish for the lay person) is what I do best. I’ve managed to win and cash checks in inshore fishing […]
Domenic Paniccia
I am a veteran of the United States Marine Corp and Law Enforcement Officer with 25 years of experience. I spent my early years growing up in the Northeast, in a bustling urban environment where fishing wasn’t really an option for me. However, when I turned fifteen, my family relocated to Northeast Florida, and that’s where […]
Juan Leon
My connection with water began at an early age, drawing me to explore various bodies of water, from puddles and ponds to lakes, rivers, and oceans. The allure of the unknown, from marine life to aquatic flora, always fascinated me. I’m Juan Leon, born in Havana, Cuba, and my journey with water has been diverse. […]
Sean Johnson
Hailing from New Orleans, I’ve been an avid angler since the age of 21, primarily targeting redfish and speckled trout. Over the last three years, I’ve actively participated in the Bass Open Series trails and Bassmaster Trials. Currently, I’m competing in our home league trail in Louisiana, achieving top-10 placements for two consecutive years. My […]
Matt Skelton
I am the founding member and director of West TN Bass Yakkers (WTBY) in which I run kayak bass fishing tournaments and promote kayak angling in West Tennessee and North Mississippi. I also proudly serve as a founding director for the Kayak Anglers Association of Tennessee (KAST), the governing body for kayak anglers in Tennessee […]
Wayne Lobb
An accomplished kayak angler known for my success in regional saltwater tournaments since 2008. I transitioned to national freshwater events, competing in the prestigious Hobie Bass Open Series and qualifying for the Tournament of Champions.
Douglas Menefee
As an experienced angler with an unwavering passion for fishing, I’ve been hooked on the sport since the moment I could hold a rod and reel in my hand. My roots in east Texas provided the perfect backdrop for countless hours of fishing adventures in the freshwater haven of Lake Palestine, often alongside my brother, […]
Jack Hickman
Committed Hobie Kayak Angler. I fish SE Louisiana and South Mississippi over 60 days a year in my beloved Hobie Pro Angler 14, for Speckled Trout, Redfish, Flounder and other coastal species. I regularly post my experiences on Facebook and write articles for Bayou Coast Kayak Fishing Club website. I fish BCKFC tournaments as well […]
Brandon Barton
Hailing from Pensacola, Florida, my heart beats for the thrill of landing substantial catches from a small boat. I’m fortunate to call the Gulf Coast of Florida my home, a region where you can pursue a wide array of formidable fish species right from a kayak. The opportunities are endless, from the exhilarating chase of […]
Jay Wallen
I have been kayak fishing out of a Hobie kayak for over 12 years. I am from Kentucky and travel the country fishing the Hobie Bass Open Series, BASS tournament trail as well as various local tournament trails. I have 3 Angler of the Year titles, numerous TOC qualifiers, 2-time Hobie Fishing World’s qualifier and […]