Meet the Anglers: Greg Vinson

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Bass Pro Angler Greg Vinson

Major League Fishing

Greg Vinson

Wetumpka, Alabama

Greg “The Rooster” Vinson competed on the Bassmaster Elite Series and FLW Tour for 10 years before joining the MLF Bass Pro Tour, placing second at the 2012 Bassmaster Classic. He went on to place third at REDCREST 2019.

FUN FACT

Greg is a former college baseball player and now helps coach his son’s baseball team. Greg also enjoys hunting.

Career Wins2
Top 10s23
Top 20s45
REDCREST Appearances4
Career Winnings$1,173,164
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