Years as a full-time pro angler: 25

Signature technique/strength: Jig fishing & junk fishing

Home waters: Lake Guntersville 

Favorite place to fish: Lake Guntersville


Career highlights: Gerald
is a two-time Bassmaster Angler of the Year, claiming the title in 2004
and 2016. He has 56 career Top 10 finishes, including most recently a
third-place finish at the 2021 Whataburger Bassmaster Elite at Neely Henry.


Did you know: The G-Man has one of the biggest platforms in fishing and uses his popularity to help support programs like a backpack ministry which helps fight childhood hunger.

Personal Info

Hometown – Guntersville, AL
Birthdate – December 17, 1969
Family – Le Ann (wife), Whitney (child)
Hobbies – Deer hunting, archery hunting, hot rods

Total Tournaments309
Classic Appearances19
Classic Wins0
Time in Money215
1st Place Finishes1
2nd Place Finishes8
3rd Place Finishes9
Top 10 Finishes58
Top 20 Finishes102
Top 30 Finishes149
Total Weight9610lb - 1oz
Career Winnings$2,384,246.14