The annual Robert Watson Memorial Competition took place recently at Islandderry Fishery, Dromore.
Aughnacloy angler Thomas Johnston went home £100 richer taking first xa0place with a three fish bag of 13lbs 13oz.
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The anglers who took part in the Robery Watson Memorial xa0competition[/caption]Second place went to Lisburn angler Barry McKibben who proved that you don’t have to be a expert to get placed in a competiton as this was only Barrys’ second time fly fishing! xa0Barry bagged up three xa0trout for 11lbs 15oz. xa0Third place went to Clive Fleming, Lurgan with three xa0fish for 11lbs 4oz and Liam Brunty, Belfast went home with fourthplace with a three fish bag weight of 10lbs 9oz.
Matt McFadden, Lisburn, bagged up three fish for 10lbs 2oz giving him fifth place.
An excellant day was had with a great turnout, plenty of fish, food, prizes and laughs! xa0Islandderry would like to give a big thank you to Heather McQuaide, Fiona McFadden and Grace Watson for the good food and to all who donated prizes and supported the event.
The Fishery has a few competitons planed for the coming months with the start of this years Winter League on 26 October and the Brunty Memorial sponsored competition in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support on 16 November. xa0All the competitons are open to everyone no matter what level of expertise.
For more information on any of the fishery events or to book contact 07859074424.
www.islandderryfisheryandtackle.co.uk
or visit the islandderry fishery Facebook page.
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