Bartlesville, OK – Mike Franks emerged victorious in Division #65’s highly anticipated tournament, held on May 20, 2023, at Grand Lake o’ the Cherokees in northeast Oklahoma. Franks clinched first place with an impressive 12.20-pound bag of black bass. Randy Baskins of Owasso, OK, secured the second-place position with a commendable haul of 9.70 pounds.
William Frieze, hailing from Claremore, OK, claimed Big Bass with a 4.70-pound black bass. It is worth noting that all bass were carefully released back into the pristine waters of Grand Lake, ensuring their continued well-being.
The upcoming tournament for Division #65 is scheduled to take place on June 17, 2023, with the launch site set at the Tera Miranda Ramp on Monkey Island. For further details regarding this event or Division #65, interested individuals can reach out to local director Jeff Davison at 918/289-6993 or visit the ABA Division 65 Facebook page. Stay updated and join the thriving angling community for an unforgettable day of competitive fishing on Grand Lake.
Competing in these tournaments allows anglers to accumulate valuable points toward the coveted title of Divisional Angler of the Year. The points champion from each division will have the opportunity to compete in the highly anticipated American Bass Anglers AFT Angler of The Year Final Round at the AFT Championship. Furthermore, the top 500 anglers from different divisions will earn the privilege of participating in the prestigious three-day ABA, AFT National Championship tournament.
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About American Bass Anglers: American Bass Anglers is dedicated to providing affordable and locally-accessible tournaments tailored for weekend anglers. These events also offer a progressive pathway for individual angler development.
For more information about American Bass Anglers, including the Open Series, American Fishing Tour, American Couples Series, annual Military Team Bass Tournament, and Top 150 Solo Tour, all proudly presented by Caymas Boats, please visit www.americanbassanglers.com or call (256) 232-0406.
