Lake Seminole Delivers Big Bass, Record Junior Participation and Weekend Sweeps!
Florida Elite Anglers Junior/High School Tournament Series
October 24–25, 2026 | Lake Seminole | Earle May Basin Boat Ramp | Bainbridge, Georgia
Outstanding Competition, Record Junior Participation and Weekend Champions!
Florida Elite Anglers returned to Bainbridge, Georgia, October 24–25, 2026, for an exciting weekend of youth bass fishing competition on Lake Seminole.
The second stop of the 2026–2027 Florida Elite Anglers Junior/High School Tournament Series brought anglers, boat captains and families together for two days of competitive bass fishing, outstanding performances and memorable moments on the water.
Saturday's North Trail #1 tournament featured 72 teams, including a record 19 Junior teams and 53 High School teams. The Junior Division continues to experience impressive growth, demonstrating the enthusiasm and commitment of young anglers and their families.
Competitors faced challenging conditions throughout the weekend, including northeast winds, gusty weather and lower-than-normal water levels in portions of the lake. Navigating these conditions required preparation, patience and sound decision-making by anglers and boat captains alike.
Despite the challenges, Lake Seminole produced impressive catches and exciting competition in both divisions.
Saturday, October 24 — North Trail #1
Junior Division — Top 3
🥇1st Place — River Jordan / Luke Clements — 12.97 lbs.
🥈2nd Place — Coy Ebrahim / Easton Ovens — 11.56 lbs.
🥉3rd Place — Mac Swain / Lane Hermelbracht — 11.36 lbs.
Junior Big Bass — Coy Ebrahim / Easton Ovens — 4.40 lbs.
River Jordan and Luke Clements captured the North Trail #1 Junior championship with a winning weight of 12.97 pounds.
The duo put together an outstanding performance to lead the Junior field and claim first-place honors.
Coy Ebrahim and Easton Ovens finished second with 11.56 pounds and also earned Junior Big Bass honors with a 4.40-pound largemouth.
Mac Swain and Lane Hermelbracht rounded out the Top 3 with 11.36 pounds.
Congratulations
High School Division — Top 3
🥇1st Place — Fisher Baty / Cole Henderson — 17.32 lbs.
🥈2nd Place — Blaine Davis / Eastton Prosser — 13.81 lbs.
🥉3rd Place — Grayson Fields / Cason McCoy — 13.67 lbs.
Fisher Baty and Cole Henderson delivered an impressive performance Saturday, bringing 17.32 pounds to the scales to capture the North Trail #1 High School championship.
Blaine Davis and Eastton Prosser finished second with 13.81 pounds, while Grayson Fields and Cason McCoy secured third with 13.67 pounds.
Fisher and Cole's Saturday victory was only the beginning of what would become a remarkable weekend on Lake Seminole!
Sunday, October 25 — Fall Trail #2
Sunday brought another exciting day of competition, with 17 Junior teams and 51 High School teams returning to the water for Fall Trail #2.
With changing conditions and another opportunity to earn valuable trail points, teams were ready to battle for the top positions.
Junior Division — Top 3
🥇1st Place — Coy Ebrahim / Easton Ovens — 12.26 lbs.
🥈2nd Place — Timmy Pippin / Breckin Boyd — 11.07 lbs.
🥉3rd Place — Gray Jeter / Beckham Driver — 9.85 lbs.
Junior Big Bass — Coy Ebrahim / Easton Ovens — 4.29 lbs.
Coy Ebrahim and Easton Ovens Capture Sunday Junior Championship!
What a weekend for Coy Ebrahim and Easton Ovens!
After finishing second Saturday and capturing Junior Big Bass honors, Coy and Easton returned Sunday determined to move to the top of the leaderboard.
The duo brought 12.26 pounds to the scales to capture the Fall Trail #2 Junior championship!
Their success didn't stop there. They also earned Sunday's Junior Big Bass award with a 4.29-pound largemouth, completing a sweep of both Junior Big Bass awards for the weekend.
Timmy Pippin and Breckin Boyd claimed second place with 11.07 pounds, while Gray Jeter and Beckham Driver secured third with 9.85 pounds.
Congratulations
High School Division — Top 3
🥇1st Place — Fisher Baty / Cole Henderson — 17.52 lbs.
🥈2nd Place — Grayson Fields / Cason McCoy — 15.55 lbs.
🥉3rd Place — Dathan Cooper (SR) / Wyatt Cummings (SR) — 15.44 lbs.
High School Big Bass — Skye Clements / Leahanna Mishler — 5.05 lbs.
Two Days. Two Championships. Fisher Baty and Cole Henderson Sweep Lake Seminole!
Fisher Baty and Cole Henderson delivered one of the weekend's most impressive performances, capturing both High School tournament championships!
After winning Saturday's North Trail #1 tournament with 17.32 pounds, Fisher and Cole returned Sunday and raised the bar even higher.
Their Sunday catch of17.52 poundssecured the Fall Trail #2 High School championship, completing a remarkable sweep of both tournament titles.
Winning consecutive tournaments on the same body of water requires consistency, preparation and the ability to make adjustments as conditions change. Fisher and Cole demonstrated those qualities throughout the weekend.
Grayson Fields and Cason McCoy also enjoyed an outstanding weekend, improving from third place Saturday to second place Sunday with 15.55 pounds.
Dathan Cooper (SR) and Wyatt Cummings (SR) rounded out Sunday's Top 3 with 15.44 pounds.
Congratulations
FishGillz Custom Rods Big Bass of the Weekend!
A special congratulations goes out to Skye Clements and Leahanna Mishler, who captured the FishGillz Custom Rods Big Bass of the Weekend honors!
Skye landed an impressive 5.05-pound largemouth during Sunday's Fall Trail #2 tournament, earning the team High School Big Bass honors and recognition for the largest bass weighed during the weekend's competition.
The catch was another exciting highlight from an action-packed weekend on Lake Seminole.
Florida Elite Anglers extends a special thank-you to our Gold Sponsor, FishGillz Custom Rods, for its continued commitment to supporting youth tournament fishing.
Through its sponsorship, FishGillz Custom Rods provides custom fishing rods as Big Bass awards throughout the tournament season, giving young anglers additional opportunities to be recognized for their accomplishments on the water.
Thank you to FishGillz Custom Rods for helping make these special awards possible!
View Complete Lake Seminole Tournament Results
Congratulations to all the anglers who competed on Lake Seminole!
While we've highlighted our tournament champions, Top 3 finishers and Big Bass winners, there were many more outstanding performances throughout the weekend.
Want to see how your favorite team finished?
CLICK HERE TO VIEW COMPLETE LAKE SEMINOLE TOURNAMENT RESULTS
Visit Fishing Chaos to view the complete tournament standings, team weights and additional results.
Record Junior Participation Highlights the Growth of Youth Fishing
One of the most exciting developments from the Lake Seminole weekend was the record participation in the Junior Division.
With 19 Junior teams competing Saturday, Florida Elite Anglers reached another important milestone in its continued efforts to introduce young anglers to competitive bass fishing.
The Junior Division provides opportunities for anglers in grades 2–8 to develop their fishing skills while learning the importance of teamwork, sportsmanship, responsibility and respect for the outdoors.
The High School Division, serving grades 9–12, continues to provide a competitive environment for young anglers seeking to develop their abilities and pursue opportunities at higher levels of tournament fishing.
Our mission extends well beyond the weigh-in stage.
Every tournament provides opportunities to build confidence, develop leadership skills, establish friendships and create memories that last a lifetime.
Florida Elite Anglers is proud to be developing tomorrow's champions on and off the water!
Thank You, Bainbridge, Georgia!
Special Recognition — Our Host Sponsor
Proud Host Sponsor — Visit Bainbridge, Georgia
Florida Elite Anglers extends a special thank-you to Visit Bainbridge, Georgia, and Crystal Hines and her team for their continued support and outstanding hospitality.
Bainbridge has become a valued host community for Florida Elite Anglers, and we appreciate the opportunity to return to Lake Seminole for another weekend of youth tournament fishing.
Earle May Boat Basin Park provided a beautiful setting for the event, from the early morning gathering of boats preparing for launch to the excitement surrounding the afternoon weigh-ins.
We are especially grateful for the facilities and community support that make it possible to bring our anglers, boat captains and families together for these events.
Thank you to the local hotels, restaurants, businesses and residents who welcomed our tournament families.
We also extend our appreciation to the Bainbridge Bass Catsfor their fundraising activities during the weekend, providing food and refreshments for tournament participants and spectators.
We look forward to returning to Bainbridge and Lake Seminole in March 2027!
Thank You to Our Sponsors and Supporting Partners!
Florida Elite Anglers would not be possible without the businesses and organizations that invest in the future of youth fishing.
Their generous support helps us provide quality tournament experiences, recognize angler accomplishments and create opportunities for young people to grow through competitive fishing.
Platinum Sponsors
Brand Recycling | Central Florida Truss | Esterline Construction | Rare Creative Expressions | Clements Forestry Consulting | Land Brokers Realty
Gold Sponsors
FishGillz Custom Rods | Wild Wear America | Dugout Bait & Tackle | Shimano | Pearson Realty | Hobie Eyewear | Applied Aquatics
Silver Sponsors
High Tower Roofing | M&R Technologies | Melissa's Palm Bay Motors | Maintenance One
Supporting Partners
Bobby Lane Cup | FCA Outdoors | Sheffield Custom Marine | Woodard Digital
We also extend our appreciation to our tournament host partner, Visit Bainbridge, Georgia, for helping make the Lake Seminole tournament weekend a success.
We encourage our anglers, families and supporters to patronize the businesses that support Florida Elite Anglers.
Thank you for believing in our mission and supporting the next generation of competitive anglers!
Thank You to Our Florida Elite Anglers Family!
A successful tournament weekend requires much more than the anglers competing on the water.
To our boat captains, thank you for the countless hours, equipment, fuel, knowledge and dedication you provide so these young anglers have the opportunity to compete.
To our parents, families and friends, thank you for the sacrifices you make throughout the season and the encouragement you provide to our competitors.
To our tournament staff and volunteers, thank you for the early mornings, long days and behind-the-scenes work required to make each event run smoothly.
And to our anglers, thank you for representing Florida Elite Anglers with determination, sportsmanship and respect for your fellow competitors.
We appreciate every one of you!
Next Stop — St. Johns River, Palatka, Florida!
The Florida Elite Anglers Junior/High School Tournament Series heads to Palatka, Florida, for the next stop of the 2026–2027 season.
November 14–15, 2026
Location: St. Johns River — Palatka City Dock Boat Ramp
Saturday, November 14: North Trail #2
Sunday, November 15: Fall Trail #3
Adding to the excitement, Palatka will also host its Datil Sauce Festival on Saturday, November 14, providing anglers and families with another opportunity to enjoy the host community.
We look forward to seeing everyone in Palatka for another exciting weekend of competition!
Congratulations
Congratulations
As the season continues, our anglers will have more opportunities to compete for trail championships and pursue qualification opportunities for the TBF Junior World Championship and SAF/TBF High School World Finals and National Championship.
The competition is heating up, and we can't wait to see what the rest of the season brings!
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