Tom has already made a mark in the angling world, with multiple competition wins, including the Cornish Lure Festival 2023 Junior Bass title and the BIG LERF WEEKENDER Junior category, where he also placed second overall in the adult section with 30 lure-caught species in just two days. Despite his young age, Tom sees this as an advantage in his fishing journey, having spent over three-quarters of his life immersed in the sport. His expertise spans a vast array of lure fishing techniques. Fishing is more than just a hobby—it’s an obsession. He spends every waking moment planning trips across Devon and Cornwall, studying weather patterns, tide movements, and scouting new marks. His dedication has led to impressive catches, including Wrasse nearing 7lb, Pollack up to 15lb, and Bass well into the high 60cm range, alongside notable freshwater and offshore captures such as Pike to 18lb, Bluefin Tuna, and Triggerfish taken on lure tackle. Having completed his GCSEs—including photography—Tom is now pursuing a Marine Engineering course at South Devon College. Based in South Devon, he has access to some of the UK’s best salt and freshwater fishing, allowing him to consistently produce high-quality angling content.
