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(May 3, 2008) Matagorda, TX - The duo of Capt. Chris Kohnert and Trent Bishop were left scratching their heads after returning to the weigh-in for the Texas Redfish Series in Matagorda empty handed.  The third tournament of the 2008 season has the two-time IFA Texas Team of the Year looking for answers.  “We knew this would happen eventually.  It was only a matter of time” said Kohnert (speaking about the zero weight). “It just comes at the absolute worst time for us, we have had a slow start already this year, and we just dug a deeper hole”.

“Chris and I came to Matagorda for the first time with reduced expectations.  Neither of us had ever fished the area, and it was definitely going to be a learning experience.  However, I don’t think either of us expected to get shut out”, said Bishop.

On Friday, the pair found success in locating several promising areas to return to on Saturday.   But as is the case so many times, Mother Nature proved the great equalizer.  Although not forecasted, by midday, the winds had picked up to a sustained 35-40 miles per hour.  The conditions on Saturday were so severe that two boats capsized in East Matagorda Bay resulting in one death.

“When Chris and I got back to the marina and learned of the tragic accident, it really helped to put everything in perspective”, said Bishop.  “Our heartfelt prayers and condolences go out to the family of Johnnie Tristan, who died coming to the aid of fellow anglers.  He is indeed a hero.”

 

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