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The city of Lakesite held its first Fishing Rodeo at Little Chickey Pond at Hans Bingham Park. Fifty-four children participated in this free event consisting of three age groups: 5 and under, 6-10-year-olds and 11-15-year-olds. First- through third-place trophies were presented to each age group on overall weight and the longest fishing pole cast. Trophies were also presented for the smallest fish and the biggest fish.
Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agencies stocked the pond ahead of time with catfish, bass and brim.
Sponsors for this fishing rodeo were Walmart, Academy Sports, The Ship Store and American National Insurance agent Jamie Lemay. A special thanks to the staff of Lakesite: Jodi Lacroix, David Tate, David Edwards, the Lakesite City Commission and volunteers from the community.
After trophies were awarded, lunch was provided, and every child left with a door prize.