{"id":15226,"date":"2026-01-15T17:20:13","date_gmt":"2026-01-15T23:20:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/americanbassanglers.com\/news\/?p=15226"},"modified":"2026-01-29T09:47:12","modified_gmt":"2026-01-29T15:47:12","slug":"jonathan-chavis-claims-victory-at-oconee","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/americanbassanglers.com\/news\/index.php\/2026\/01\/15\/jonathan-chavis-claims-victory-at-oconee\/","title":{"rendered":"Jonathan Chavis Claims Victory at Oconee"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Jonathan Chavis of Locust Grove, Georgia, captured the win at the American Fishing Tour (AFT) Division 72 event held January 10, 2026, on Lake Oconee. Chavis brought a five-bass limit to the scales weighing 17.63 pounds, earning the first-place trophy and $755 in winnings. His day was anchored by a standout 5.53-pound largemouth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Finishing close behind, Travis Clay of Jackson, Georgia, secured second place with a solid 16.64-pound limit, taking home $478.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Rounding out the top three was Hunter Clay of Jackson, Georgia, who weighed 15.50 pounds for third place and $212, while also claiming the Big Bass honors with a 5.86-pound largemouth. That fish earned him the Big Bass trophy and $370 from the optional pot, bringing his total winnings to $582.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The event drew 37 anglers, all competing for the top six payout positions, with total payouts reaching $1,813. Notably, two father-and-son teams finished inside the Top 10, highlighting a strong family presence on the water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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