| Hometown | Modesto, California |
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| Age | 47 |
| Former Occupation | Truck driver |
| Years Pro | 15 |
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| Top 10 Finishes (Wins)* | 7 (1) As of 7/16/2010 |
| Career Earnings* | $320,000 As of 7/16/2010 |
| Current World Rank | 258 |
| Best Finish in 2012 | 84 - Lake Hartwell, 3/8/2012 |
| Last 3 Finishes |
108 - Beaver Lake, 4/26/2012 148 - Table Rock Lake, 3/29/2012 84 - Lake Hartwell, 3/8/2012 |
| Bassmaster Classics Fished (Won) | 5 (0) As of 2/15/2012 |
| FLW Championships Fished (Won) | 2(0) As of 2/15/2012 |
| Titles/Honors | 2003 BassFan Rookie of the Year |
| Angling Hero | Rick Clunn - "He's the master, and I drew him one time at Lake Powell and he became even more the master. When I listen to him speak, no one can touch him. I just think he's the best." |
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| Home Lake | California Delta (CA) |
| Favorite Lake | California Delta (CA) - "I grew up there, and that's where I learned how to bass-fish. It's also probably one of the Top 3 bass fisheries in the U.S. right now." |
| Least Favorite Lake | Smith Lake (AL) - "I just can't catch them there." |
| Favorite Technique | Flipping and pitching heavy cover |
| Primary Fishing Strength | Flipping and pitching |
| Secondary Fishing Strength | Versatility |
| Biggest Weakness | Sight-fishing |
| Boat | Ranger |
| Motor | Mercury |
| Fishing Sponsors | Lowrance, St. Croix rods, C&C Marine |
| Favorite Food | Steak and shrimp |
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| Favorite Music | Rock (Kid Rock) |
| Favorite Book/Movie | Bass Wars (book)/Armageddon (movie) |
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*BASS events (all events because BASS does not report Tour and Open earnings separately) and FLW Tour.
Biographical data last updated: 7/16/2010
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