Talala, Okla., pro angler Terry Butcher has been on the BASS Elite tour for five years and will be fishing the 2010 Bassmaster Classic at Lay Lake near Birmingham, Ala., for the first time this year. The former bull rider started his fishing career off strong, then went through several down years before bringing his performance to the top level during 2009. His best finish was 10th place at the Oneida Lake event in August.
Current Status: Qualified to fish the 2010 Bassmaster Classic through his performance on the BASS Elite tour.