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Scott Martin
|  | | 2000 GOG silver medalist Scott Martin is looking for gold in the bass competition this year. |
Born: Broken Arrow, OK
Resides: Clewiston, FL
Age: 25
Occupation: Professional Fisherman
Participating Since: 1978
Competing Since: 1998
Background: Scott grew up learning how to fish from his father and mother. His father's name is Roland Martin, a famous name in fishing circles. His mother fished on the women's circuit and won the Bass 'N Gal Classic. Scott has won four of the seven tournaments he's competed in and is the youngest FLW Winner in History. His favorite techniques are using Matzuo lipless crankbaits and Carolina-rigged soft plastics. In just two years his tournament winnings have exceeded $200,000.
Records Held: Youngest FLW Winner in History, Biloxi
Competitive History: Won Co-Angler of the Year in 1999; 6th place at the 2000 Forrest Wood Open; 2000 Angler of the Year; 10th place on the Pro Side in 2000; 1st place in Feburary 2000 on the Pascagula River, $100,000
Strengths: Versatility--wants to be known for being able to fish anyway with any lure
Weaknesses: Deep cranking
Predictions: The ones to watch are Peter Thilveros and Guido Hibdon
Personal Bests: Youngest FLW winner in history
Coaches/Mentors: His father and mother
Sponsors: Timex, Ranger, Evinrude, Matzuo of America, Charlie's Worms, Minkota, Spider Line, Roland Martin's Marina, Roland Martin Productions
Grudge Matches: The familial rivalry with his father, Roland Martin Send this story to a friend | Most sent stories
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