Fisherman Rummel wins on Stockton

Nineteen brave competitors fished the American Bass Anglers Division 126 tournament Feb. 19, 2022 on Stockton Lake, launching out of Hartley Cove in 28° weather. When the sun came out, the temperature rose to the mid 40’s which was key to catching fish in the 38-40° water. The two anglers who brought in 5-fish limits said they didn’t catch fish until after noon.
Brandon Rummel topped the leader board with 13.45 lbs. Will Isaac was 2nd with 11.96 lbs. Third place and 2nd Big Bass (4.29 lbs) went to Robert Cowan. Big Bass of the tournament was a 4.98 lber caught by Matt Garrett. Big Bass winner receives a $100 gift card from Heritage Tractor.
Anglers are fishing for cash, prizes and points which will qualify them to fish the Stockton Lake 2-day Championship September 24-25, 2022. Big Bass of the year will be awarded a $600 prize from Heritage Tractor; Big Stringer of the year will win $500 cash donated by Jag’s Snacks. Over $5,000 worth of prizes will be given away at the 2-day event. Anglers must qualify for the 2-day by fishing four (4) 1-day events. D126 next tournament is scheduled for March 19, 2022 launching out of Old State Park.
This is an American Bass Anglers tournament. ABA is a national tournament circuit with divisions in more than 30 states. ABA members can fish in any of these tournaments. Division 126 is one of several Missouri divisions and holds tournaments almost every month. It is run in a draw format and open to boaters and non-boaters from age 14.