Special to WROY/WRUL courtesy of the Univeristy of Illinois Extension
The Illinois 4-H Hooks Us Together Statewide Fishing Tournament is off to a strong start and continues through July 31, 2025. Youth from across the state are casting their lines and competing in this fun, summer-long challenge that celebrates outdoor skills and friendly competition.
Topping the leaderboard so far are:
- Miles Robinson, Fulton County – 14” crappie
- Derrick Martin, Peoria County – 23” largemouth bass
- Bryce Stevenson, Jefferson County – 9” bluegill
- Remington Naas, White County – 28” channel catfish
“This tournament is a fantastic way for youth across Illinois to showcase their fishing skills and enjoy the outdoors all summer long,” said Curt Sinclair, University of Illinois Extension 4-H youth development specialist.
Prizes will be awarded in multiple categories, with special recognition for the longest largemouth bass, crappie, bluegill, and channel catfish. All fish species are eligible—and every entry counts.
Youth can submit their catches online now through July 31 at go.illinois.edu/fishing-hooks-us-together.
