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TTBC Highlight Reel

2010-03-02T16:50:00Z

Facts of Fishing FYI (The Fishing News, Views and Info You Can't Use Show!)

2010-01-12T15:02:00Z

Today's sports are everywhere. Whether you turn on your radio or television, there always seems to be some bigmouth rattling on about what's happening in just about every sport. Except for maybe fishing - until now. We are pleased to announce that Facts of Fishing FYI goes live online today! This weekly online show will feature fishing funny-man, Dave Mercer, sharing or as some might call it, ranting about the latest happenings in the great sport of fishing. Whether its news, his views, or quite often info you can't use, Dave's off-the-wall sense of humor will definitely leave viewers entertained.

Facts of Fishing FYI will only be seen online. Why? Well, firstly, its quite possible that no television station would ever let this on the air! By placing Facts of Fishing FYI on YouTube, it will not only be available to the largest audience possible, but will be easily accessible to millions of today's anglers on their own timetable.

Mercer states, "It is our hope that Facts of Fishing FYI will spread virally throughout the angling community. Our major reason for choosing YouTube distribution was the ease in which FYI can be shared and embedded on websites. We not only hope that anglers share and embed our program, we encourage it! I'm excited about this opportunity and look forward to proving that my grade 6 teacher was wrong in saying that my big mouth will get me nowhere!"

The first episode of Facts of Fishing FYI can be seen @ http://www.youtube.com/user/factsoffishing

Dave Lefebre Wins TTBC

2009-10-19T00:20:00Z

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LAKE CONROE, TEXAS – The Toyota Texas Bass Classic (TTBC), held October 16 – 18 on Lake Conroe, successfully wrapped up Sunday evening with the crowning of the inaugural Professional Anglers Association (PAA) Tournament Series World Champion. Dave Lefebre won the Toyota Texas Bass Classic in dramatic fashion, catching only four ounces more than second place Andy Montgomery. The unique professional angling tournament focuses on conservation and features a catch and release program that highlights the efforts of Texas Parks & Wildlife Department (TPWD). A generous donation of $250,000 was given to Texas Parks & Wildlife Department from the Toyota Texas Bass Classic.

Lefebre (46 lbs. 12 oz. caught) was the mark of consistency, holding the lead for all three days. However, he was met with stiff competition on the final day and saw his 5 lb. 8 oz. lead quickly evaporate. Second place Montgomery (46 lbs. 8 oz.), third place Todd Auten (46 lbs. 4 oz.) and fourth place Aaron Martens (45 lbs. 12 oz.) all finished within one pound of Lefebre. Lefebre caught his last bass of the day with only 15 minutes left on the lake. It was all he needed to separate himself from the rest of the pack.

“I’m trying to think of a new word to explain how I feel,” said Lefebre. “One notch on the Boca-Grip scales is what separated me. I’d trade all that (missing out on FLW Angler of the Year and FLW Cup) for this.”

The TTBC featured an elite field of 60 anglers from around the world. For the first year, the TTBC was positioned as the world championship of the PAA Tournament Series, a three-event professional series that took place throughout 2009. All anglers were qualified members of the PAA. The tournament was a no-entry fee event with a purse of $500,000.

This event highlights the conservation efforts of the Texas Parks & Wildlife Department, the other big winner from the weekend tournament and music festival. TPWD was presented with a $250,000 donation prior to the final day’s weigh-in. The donation will go towards youth fishing and outreach programs across Texas.

The Toyota Texas Bass Classic is sanctioned by the Professional Anglers Association with technical assistance and support from Texas Parks and Wildlife Department’s Inland Fisheries Division. Title sponsor for the event is Toyota. Dick’s Sporting Goods is the official sporting goods provider. The Saturday Concert is presented by Evan Williams, the official bourbon of the TTBC. MillerCoors is the official beer. 100.3 KILT and SportsRadio 610 are the official radio partners. Phoenix Boats is the official boat of the TTBC. Waste Management is the official trash and recycling partner. The tournament will be held on Buffalo Springs, a planned development in the City of Montgomery. Corporate partnership opportunities are available for 2009. For additional information, visit www.toyotatexasbassclassic.com or call 1-866-907-0143.

Dave Lefebre - 2009 Champion Video

2009-10-18T23:27:00Z

TPWD Charity Presentation Video

2009-10-18T22:18:00Z

Texas Parks & Wildlife Department received a $250,000 donation from the Toyota Texas Bass Classic that will go towards their youth fishing outreach programs. Video of the presentation below.

Dave Mercer Video With Helicopter at TTBC

2009-10-18T16:09:00Z

U.S. Navy Boat Display Video at TTBC

2009-10-18T15:40:00Z

Kids' Fish Pond at TTBC Video

2009-10-18T00:45:00Z

Sean Hoernke Saturday Big Bass Video

2009-10-18T00:43:00Z

VamDam Autograph Alley Video

2009-10-18T00:30:00Z

Evan Williams Bourbon Barrel Video

2009-10-17T16:44:00Z

Pro-Am Results

2009-10-15T22:19:00Z

1st Place Team: 14 lbs 2 oz
Pro: Dave Lefebre
Ams: Elizabeth Samuel, Paul Frederick

2nd Place Team: 13 lbs 4 oz
Pro: Joe Thomas
Ams: Branden Bergeron, Peter McKellar

3rd Place Team: 11 lbs 15 oz
Pro: Duke Jenkel
Ams: Derek Cooper, Johnny Burns

Big Fish (Pro): Mike McClelland – 8 lbs 13 oz
Big Fish (Amateur): Kim Eddy – 4 lbs 4 oz

TTBC to Feature National Broadcast on CBS Sports

2009-02-24T14:00:00Z

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LAKE CONROE, TEXAS – For the third consecutive year, CBS Sports will broadcast a one-hour special reprising the Toyota Texas Bass Classic (TTBC). The broadcast on Saturday, November 21 will be from 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. CST (2:00 – 3:00 p.m. EST) and will feature highlights from the three days of competition, with a focus on the crowning of the 2009 Toyota Texas Bass Classic champion.

The TTBC will be held October 16 – 18 on Lake Conroe. For the first year, the TTBC is positioned as the world championship of the PAA Tournament Series and the format will be an individual angling competition, making the event a true world championship. The field will be comprised of 60 anglers, all qualified members of the PAA who earn spots based on PAA Tournament Series finishes or other merits.

“Our primary goal with this tournament is to raise funds and awareness for the Texas Parks &Wildlife Department's educational and conservation activities,” said Dan Friedkin, TTBC co-founder and TPWD commissioner. “We encourage everyone to come out and attend the festivities, which will be highlighted by spectacular country music and the crowning of the Toyota Texas Bass Classic World Champion.”

The TTBC will continue its focus on conservation and adhere to strict slot limits that have earned the event national praise its past two years. Through the TTBC, the Texas Parks & Wildlife Department (TPWD) has received $500,000 to benefit their first-class youth fishing and outreach programs. For the third consecutive year, a minimum of $250,000 will be donated to TWPD.

“TPWD’s innovative management and conservation strategies are among the best in the country and we are excited to highlight them at a world-class event like the Toyota Texas Bass Classic,” said Phil Durocher, director of Inland Fisheries for the TPWD.

The Toyota Texas Bass Classic is sanctioned by the Professional Anglers Association with technical assistance and support from Texas Parks and Wildlife Department’s Inland Fisheries Division. Title sponsor for the event is Toyota. The tournament will be held on Buffalo Springs, a planned development in the City of Montgomery. Corporate partnership opportunities are available for 2009.