Drew Benton

Biography

Residence: Panama City, Fla.
Birthdate: 5/10/1988
Years as a full-time pro angler: 11
Signature technique/strength: Sight fishing
Home waters: Lake Seminole
Favorite place to fish: Flint River
Career highlights: Benton was the 2018 Elite Series Rookie of the Year and has 13 Top 10 Elite finishes, including two wins, in his career.
Did you know: When Drew was in high school he split his time between fishing local tournaments and playing baseball — he was even offered a baseball scholarship by Gulf Coast State.

Hometown: Panama City, Florida
Family: Morgan, Cade, Colt, Beau, River, Zoey
Birthdate: May 10, 1988
Hobbies: Hunting