Professional Bassmaster Elite Series Angler

Preston Clark is one of the Nations most highly respected pros, as well as one of fishing's most popular personalities. He has won tournaments at all levels, including the prestigious Bassmaster Elite Series. Preston also holds the Bassmaster Classic record with an11-pound 10-ounce largemouth bass on day one of the 2006 Classic. Using a fiberglass pole-vaulter’s pole as a push pole in the Classic. Breaking Dean Rojas’ heavyweight record at the Santee Cooper Showdown from March 30 to April 2, 2006 with a winning weight of 115 pounds, 15-ounces.
Clark is a full-time touring pro on the BASSMASTER Elite Series.

Preston Clark appears at many functions throughout the country, demonstrating lure use, casting and giving fishing tips. His appearances include regional sports shows, tournaments, store promotions, television and radio shows, as well as kids activities. These are just some of the methods used by this energetic sports personality to enlighten and direct the general public to the healthy sport of bass fishing.
 

A dedicated family man, Preston and his wife Katrina, work hand in hand at maintaining Preston's public image and scheduling.

Hometown Palatka, Florida

Age 44

Years Pro 4

Top 10 Finishes (Wins)*6 (1) As of 1/10/2008

Career Earnings*$250,000 As of 1/10/2008

Best Finish in 2007 18 - Lake Champlain, 7/12/2007

Bassmaster Classics Fished 2 As of 1/10/2008

Angling Hero
Dad – "Everything I know he's taught me. He fished all the Megabucks, Super Bass and stuff like that back in the '70s and '80s. He's been a force in north Florida for 30 years."

Home Lake St. Johns River (FL)

Favorite Lake Santee Cooper (SC)

Favorite Technique Sight-fishing and crankbaiting

Primary Fishing Strength Power-fishing

Non-Angling Hero  Jack Nicklaus – "Just because of the level that he's maintained for so long in being competitive. When he went for a win, he intimidated everybody. He had them by the throat."

When Not Fishing "I like to go offshore fishing."

Why He Fishes "I love bass fishing. Anytime I can get on the water, there's something about the water that draws me. I'm at peace with myself. When I'm not on the water, I start getting antsy."