The big one didn't get away at fishing tournament

During Saturday's 15th annual Alan Leake Fishing Tournament, about 44 participants in three age divisions caught more than 350 fish. The tournament takes place each year at Veterans Lake.
During Saturday's 15th annual Alan Leake Fishing Tournament, about 44 participants in three age divisions caught more than 350 fish. The tournament takes place each year at Veterans Lake.

The 15th annual Alan Leake Memorial Kids Fishing Tournament drew 44 young participants Saturday to Veterans Park.

The anglers reeled in 362 fish during the two-hour event. Unlike during the October youth trout tournament, all fish - from a trout to a bluegill - are fair game.

Anthony Russell, from the 8-11 age bracket, proved the most prolific fisher, catching 19 fish in total. Abigail Gilleland, in the same age bracket, reeled in the biggest whopper at 21.3 ounces.

Volunteers from the Fulton Fire Department aided the Fulton Parks and Recreation department in hosting the event.

Tournament results

Ages 4-7

Most fish caught

First place: Prince Miller, 13

Second place: Madison Craighead, 11

Third place: Henry Russell, 9

Biggest fish

First place: Prince Miller, 20.9 ounces

Second place: Noah Enerson, 15.1 ounces

Third place: Madison Craighead, 11 ounces

Ages 8-11

Most fish caught

First place: Anthony Russell, 19

Second place: Clara Russell, eight

Third place: Trenton Davis, five

Biggest fish

First place: Abigail Gilleland, 21.3 ounces

Second place: Trenton Davis, 12.8 ounces

Third place: Peyton Davis, 11 ounces

Ages 12-17

Most fish caught

First place: Jacob Flynn, 16

Second place: Braiden Rue, 16

Third place: Karlie Watson, 12

Biggest fish

First place: Karlie Watson, 14 ounces

Second place: Braiden Rue, 13.5 ounces

Third place: Jacob Flyn, 4.8 ounces