Strong Turnout for Midlands Striper Club Ladies Tournament on Lake Murray

By Thomas Grant Jr.

The 2024 Midlands Striper Club Ladies Tournament, held on September 14 at Lake Murray, saw another impressive turnout. A total of 21 Lady Anglers participated, reeling in 20 striped bass weighing a combined 67.22 pounds, with an average fish weight of 3.36 pounds. Half of the anglers brought a full two-fish creel to the scales, showcasing their skill and dedication.

Top Finishers:

  • First Place: Dianna Richardson from Team Laidback took first place with a total weight of 10.94 pounds. She also secured the Big Fish award with a 7.13-pound striper.
  • Second Place: Vicky Corley from Team Wynn One finished second with a total weight of 9.70 pounds.
  • Third Place: Kathy Thomas from Team Catchall placed third with a total weight of 9.37 pounds.
  • Fourth Place: Cindy Wise from Team Knot IV Shore finished fourth with a total weight of 8.72 pounds.
  • Fifth Place: Ashlyn Yarborough from Team Wynn One rounded out the top five with a total weight of 8.03 pounds.

The Midlands Striper Club (MSC) is a family-oriented fishing organization dedicated to preserving fisheries for future generations. Their next monthly meeting will take place at 7 p.m. on October 8 at the Flight Deck in Lexington.

For more information on how to get involved with MSC, visit midlandsstriperclub.org or email [email protected].

Photos courtesy of Rick Sineath