The non-boater side of the competition is also tight. Day one leader James Ghiorso of Discovery Bay, Calif., brought in 14-3, with Australia's Kim Bain nipping at his heels with 13-2. David Bryning of Paradise, Calif., 12-10; Sal Herrera of Byron, Calif., 12-9; and James Rios of Tracy, Calif., 11-2, rounding out the top five.


"Russell Stansbury of Santa Rosa, Calif., brought in the non-boaters' Purolator Big Bass of the Day, earning $500 with a 6-7 lunker"


Congrats man! only 8 pounds out first

good luck to Todd, Andy, Bihn, and Bill

KMVP