Using baseball analogy things are going as planned for Jacob Wheeler. He is swinging for home runs with every at bat. According to BASSTrakk, Wheeler holds down the lead with 20 pounds, 5 ounces. That also puts him dangerously within striking distance of Toyota Bassmaster Angler of the Year.
“Most times of the year I fish my tournaments using a calculated swing for the fence,” said Wheeler. “It’s like I just want to bunt and get my guy across home plate.”
“Here it’s going to be different,” he continued. “This time I need home runs every day.”
Wheeler said making a Top 12 here is a must. To do that might take the gamble of fishing both types of water. On his list are the Detroit River and lakes Erie, Huron and St. Clair.
“I like high percentage, consistent places but there aren’t that many here,” he continued. “St. Clair is consistently inconsistent but the bite is good there now.”
One thing is for sure. Wheeler is in the Classic. That leaves only one goal remaining. It is within reach.