Cold, muddy water

I've always said that the toughest fishing in the world is when the water's cold and muddy. Nowhere was that more evident than on Lay Lake last weekend during the official practice period. It was by far the most difficult Classic practice I've ever fished.

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A brutal practice

This is the most extreme Classic ever. I know there have been hot ones, and a few held on tough waters, but as far as the cold is concerned this is the worst ever. I've never practiced under conditions like I did on Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Proud moment

For Skeet Reese, this offseason included a special fishing trip.It was all set in motion on May 29, when Philadelphia Phillies ace and eventual National League Cy Young Award winner Roy Halladay threw a perfect game .

Lay Lake smackdown

Skeet Reese wants to turn tables on Boyd Duckett, 'pathetic' winning catch in 2007 Classic

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