Topics: Classic

Duckett wins in home state

Mar 1, 2007

Boyd Duckett had a sound game plan and he executed it perfectly Sunday to pass three of the biggest names in pro bass fishing and win the Bassmaster Classic.

Duckett takes Bassmaster in style

Mar 1, 2007

In this article, you can read how Boyd Duckett wore his "ruby slippers" as he took home the $500,000 prize on the final day of the 37th Bassmaster Classic.

Oh, Boyd!

Mar 1, 2007

Rookie Classic angler Boyd Duckett of Demopolis pulled a stunner Sunday by shooting down favorites Kevin VanDam and Skeet Reese to become the first angler to win a Bassmaster Classic in his home state.

Bassmaster basks in spotlight after victory

Mar 1, 2007

In this article, you can read how Boyd Duckett is honored as the king of all fishermen, the first Alabama resident to win the Bassmaster Classic.

Sweet home for Alabama angler

Mar 1, 2007

The curse has been broken.

Duckett grabs first-day lead

Feb 28, 2007

Boyd Duckett of Demopolis put himself in position to end a Bassmaster Classic jinx with an impressive catch Friday.

VanDam breaks out

Feb 28, 2007

Huntsville Times: Kevin VanDam breaks out

Duckett leads after Day 1

Feb 28, 2007

Alabama hasn't claimed a Bassmaster Classic winner in 22 years but it now at least has a couple of pro fishermen with big targets on their backs.

Demopolis native takes home $500,000

Feb 28, 2007

Boyd Duckett became the first angler in Bassmaster Classic history to win the title in his home state, taking the $500,000 top prize by 6 ounces Sunday with a three-day total of 48 pounds, 10 ounces.

Local rookie rules Classic

Feb 28, 2007

Boyd Duckett flew under the radar when Bassmaster Classic prognosticators began hanging the "favorite" tag on select contenders.

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