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 First to win B.A.S.S. Angler of Year and Bassmaster Classic in same year. Only B.A.S.S. pro to win Grand Slam (1995) Three-time B.A.S.S. Angler of the Year
Second-largest stringer in B.A.S.S. tournament history 41 pound 10 ounces..

Mark Davis
Fishing
Mt. Ida

Mark Davis from Mt. Ida, Arkansas having been on the B.A.S.S Pro Circuit for 18 years, and the only Professional Angler to win "The Grand Slam", B.A.S.S. Master Classic and Angler of the Year (1995), and the "Angler of the Year" again in 1998 and 2001. A number of articles have been written about his difficult climb to become one of the best fishermen on the Pro Circuit, his intelligent approach to tournament fishing, and the abiding Christian faith that has guided his personal and professional life. He is an intelligent, humble, self effacing man acknowledging his responsibility to his community, his many fans, his religion, and especially the youth following the family sport of fishing.

    Career Highlights: 

                                                    First Bass At 3 1/2 Years Of Age

                                                    A Bass Fishing Regular At 6 Years

                                                    First Tournament Win At 14

                                                    Adult Tournament Win At 14

                                                    Guiding On Local Arkansas Lakes At 15

                                                    Turned Pro At Age 16

                                                    Started B.A.S.S. Tour At Age 21

                                                    Top 10 On B.A.S.S. Tour First Year

                                                    Won First B.A.S.S. Masters Classic At Age 31

                                                    B.A.S.S. ANGLER OF THE YEAR At 31

                                                    Only B.A.S.S. Pro To Win The Grand Slam (1995)

                                                    B.A.S.S. ANGLER OF THE YEAR Again In 1998 And 2001

                                                    Second Largest Stringer In B.A.S.S. History, 41 lb, 10 oz In 2001