Mark Rose turned in another strong performance in the second day of the FLW Series Eastern Division bass tournament on Lake Chickamauga.
The Marion, Okla., angler weighed in 16 pounds, 1 ounce Thursday to take over first place in the professional division from first-day leader Andy Montgomery of Blacksburg, S.C.
“Im thankful to be where I am,” Rose said. “I’m down to just a few more places I want to work, and it’s worked out so far.”
Wesley Strader of Spring City rebounded from a light opening day with 14 pounds, 6 ounces Thursday to move to fifth in the pro division.
“I lost a few [Wednesday] and did better today,” Strader said. “I’m just going to keep doing the same thing I’ve been doing – just try to cover as many areas as possible. You’ve just got to stay patient and keep casting.”