N.C. ANGLER AIMS TO REEL IN HUGE BASS FISHING PAYDAY.(SPORTS)

From: The Virginian Pilot | Date: September 9, 2003 | Copyright information

Byline: LEE TOLLIVER THE VIRGINIAN-PILOT

David Dudley had all the tools to land the really big one - the $700,000 first- place prize at last year's Ranger M1 bass fishing tournament.

Tabbed as one of the sport's fastest rising stars, Dudley had the casting skills of a veteran, an encyclopedic knowledge of lures and the patience of Job.

The only thing missing was the five-grand entry fee.

He was getting ready to get married, and the coupl...

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