Mark Menendez
KentuckyBiography
Years as a full-time pro angler: 30
Signature technique/strength: Cold water & jerkbaiting
Home waters: Kentucky Lake
Favorite place to fish: Lake Martin
Career highlights: Mark held the B.A.S.S. Big Bass record from 1997 to 1999 for a 13-9 large- mouth. He has won three B.A.S.S. events, including an Elite tournament, Bassmaster Southern Open and Top 100 tournament.
Did you know: Mark has a degree in fisheries biology and frequently briefs legislative and conservation groups on invasive species issues.