Kevin VanDam

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Kevin VanDam (born October 14, 1967) has been hailed one of the top bass anglers in the world. He was born in Kalamazoo, Michigan (where he still resides), has a wife - Sherry, and two sons - Jackson and Nicholas.

[edit] Titles and honors

• First ever Elite 50 Champion (2004)
• BASS Angler of the Year (1990, 1992, 1996, 1999)
• FLW Angler of the Year (2001)
• Bassmaster Classic winner (2001, 2005)
• ESPN Outdoor Sportsman of the Year (2002) - his first ESPY Award

[edit] Stats

• Pro since 1990
• World ranking: 1st (as of the end of 2006 season)
• Career winnings: $2.1 million
• Top Ten finishes: 65
• Tournaments Won: 10
• Best 2006 finish: 3rd - Sam Rayburn Reservoir, 3/16/2006
• Best 2005 finish: 1st - Ohio, Monongahela, Allegheny Rivers, 7/29/2005

[edit] External links

• Official Website
• Anglers' Legacy feature
• Bass Fan bio (extensive stats)
• Kevin VanDam CATT/Outdoor Alliance Fishing seminar
• The Woman Behind the Man (ESPN story)