Meet the Anglers: Brent Chapman

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Bass Pro Angler Brent Chapman

Major League Fishing

Brent Chapman

Lake Quivira, Kansas

Brent Chapman* hosts the popular “Pros Vs. Joes” online fishing show. One of the few anglers in the world who can lay claim to the title of tour-level Angler of the Year, Brent Chapman was the 2012 Bassmaster Elite Series AOY, a 14-time Bassmaster Classic qualifier, and a two-time REDCREST qualifier. He’s one of the Top 30 B.A.S.S. money winners of all time (over $2.3 million total), and has four wins on his résumé.

FUN FACT

Brent enjoys bow hunting, as well as pond, bank, and saltwater fishing, and anything to do with the outdoors. He also does land management for deer.

Career Wins4
Top 10s44
Top 20s83
REDCREST Appearances2
Career Winnings$2,515,567

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