Cory Johnston
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Biography
Hometown: Otonabee, Ontario, Canada
Birthdate: 5/20/1985
Years as a full-time pro angler: 11
Signature technique/strength: Flipping & sight fishing
Home waters: Tri Lakes/Rice Lake (Canada)
Favorite place to fish: Lake Ontario
Career highlights: Cory Johnston is a master of the St. Lawrence River. In 2021, he claimed his first B.A.S.S. victory at a Bassmaster Northern Open held there. In 2022 he became the first angler in Bassmaster history to earn a century belt with all smallmouth at an Elite event held at the St. Lawrence. Cory wrapped up his 2024 season with an Elite win at the St. Lawrence, his second Elite win of the season.
Did you know: Cory played senior-level hockey until it took too much time away from competing in bass tournaments.
Birthdate: 5/20/1985
Years as a full-time pro angler: 11
Signature technique/strength: Flipping & sight fishing
Home waters: Tri Lakes/Rice Lake (Canada)
Favorite place to fish: Lake Ontario
Career highlights: Cory Johnston is a master of the St. Lawrence River. In 2021, he claimed his first B.A.S.S. victory at a Bassmaster Northern Open held there. In 2022 he became the first angler in Bassmaster history to earn a century belt with all smallmouth at an Elite event held at the St. Lawrence. Cory wrapped up his 2024 season with an Elite win at the St. Lawrence, his second Elite win of the season.
Did you know: Cory played senior-level hockey until it took too much time away from competing in bass tournaments.
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