18 Year Old Matt Hartman, PA Named 2010

TBF Co-Angler National Champion

Our national champion on the co-angler side, Matt Hartman, from Fredricksburg, Pa., earned cash, prizes, and a slot in the Forrest Wood Cup and the BFL All-American.  It’s been quite a road for this young angler and we can aspect to see him in the spotlight again.  Hartman fished the 2009 National Guard Junior World Championship, presented by the National Guard and finished very well.  Then, he turned around and competed in the TBF adult circuit, beating out his competition to get here.  Now, he’s a 2010 Federation National Champion with births in two of FLW Outdoors most prestigious events.  “After all the fish I lost these last few days I never thought it would happen,” Hartman said.  “I’m definitely excited for the two  tournaments coming up.  I’m hoping after this people will start to know who I am, & maybe I can pick up some sponsors and start competing in these tournaments as an angler.”  Hartman fished all week flipping and dragging points with a Reaction Innovations Sweet Beaver.  He was all smiles and full of gratitude at seizing his top spot, giving his mom a lot of credit for his success.  “I just want to thank my mom.  She definitely helped me get here, and she is always coming to tournaments with me; I appreciate all the support she gives me.”