Josh Bertrand finished second at the season opener held on Table Rock Lake. He’s in that spot after Day 1 at Bass Pro Shops Bassmaster Central Open #2.
That also keeps Bertrand in good standing with the Central Open AOY standings with a second place position. He’s in fair shape on the Bassmaster Elite side, currently in 40tth place.
“It’s going to be tough out there today,” he told me this morning. Bertrand, chosen as one of the top 30 anglers under 30, is from Phoenix, Ariz. He brings some West Coast tidal experience to the Sabine River, and knows anything can happen.
“Everything tidal is about time and all it takes is one or two good flurries to have a good day,” he added.
“With so many small fish getting caught you’ve got to keep your head down, stay in it, not let the heat and humidity get you distracted.”
Today, getting that key bite will be critical to stay in contention for the Top 12.