23rd February 2016 Warrington Anglers Association Guardian Notes
Things were looking good at this weeks Mersey Series weigh-in when Ade Green put his net of fish in the scales , only four fish but a bonus skimmer of 4.5lbs boosted what would in any case been a winning weight to 5-11-0. Roy Everson was relegated to second place with 13ozs and to say it was hard going was an understatement but the 'Mersey mad' regulars are no quitters and stuck it out to the death.
It was a complete change of fortunes at our Disabled & Over 60's match on Monday with the fish literally throwing all caution to the wind as they ravaged angler's baits. Derek Bibby almost doubled the weight of his nearest rival with a cracking catch of skimmers and roach for 13-13-0. Derek fished on the pole using bread punch and maggot. This brought his tally up to five wins since the start of the year and his third consecutive win of this event. Committee member, Graham Belton was in the runner-up spot with 7-9-0 that would normally have put him in contention.
James Lea reports a pike on legered lamprey from this same venue but all he caught on the pole was a solitary perch so it just shows how tightly pack are the shoals. It doesn't matter how good you are if there are no fish in front of you it is fingers crossed and a waiting game.
It looks like a change of venue is on the cards in a week or two, I am not saying where it is but I don't live too far away. I spotted Jimmy Byrnes who had caught a few skimmer and lots of tiny roach and Dennis Bate who had a decent skimmer, tiny roach, and enough tackle with him to kit out three anglers. He picked a nice sunny spot whilst Jimmy shivered in the shade.
Thanks to all the team who worked so hard setting up our display stand and promoting our club at the Northern Angling Show last weekend. It was great to meet and chat to members and of course welcome those who joined at the event. Warrington Anglers Association have attended and supported it every year since it started and this year was the best so far. I know some of our teams wallets took a serious hit with the 'must have' tackle they bought.
Our headquarters at 52, Parker Street are open as usual every Friday between 7 & 9pm for new members, subscription and night permit renewals, and any queries. Your catch reports are always welcome, email me details to frank@warrington-anglers.org.uk or ring me on 01928 716238.
Frank Lythgoe
Results:
Sunday Mersey Series
1) Ade Green 5-11-0
2) Roy Everson 13-0
3) Ant Higham 10-0
Disabled & Over 60's (Bridgewater Canal – Dead Length)
1) Derek Bibby 13-13-0
2) Graham Belton 7-9-0
3) Derek Wernham 6-2-8
4) George Hollis 6-0-10
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