DeMarion scores big early

Destin DeMarion had the biggest bag of Day 3 at Santee Cooper – 17-15, which vaulted him from 21st place into today’s top 10 in 7th place. DeMarion got a big shot of confidence at 8:30 today with a 5-pounder.

The 31-year-old Grove City, Pa., angler may be an Elite Series rookie, but he’s been a regular in Bassmaster Opens since 2011. This is his 51st B.A.S.S. tournament.