The MAM series of matches, organised by David Marshall, was started to enabled anglers of all levels to compete together. Ten qualifying matches have been fished around England with winners from the 5 peg sections earning a place in the final. The 2016 competition has been supported by some of the best UK anglers. 53 anglers fished the final at Tunnel Barn Farm on 23 July with a total prize pool of £2800 and a top prize of £1500.
Following the rescheduled Mega Match This qualifier at Barston Lakes (originally scheduled to take place at The Glebe), please note below the full and final result:
Barston Lakes, Solihull, 27th July 2016
Angler's Name
Weight (lbs/oz)
Peg # / Lake
Mark Jones (Tredegar AC)
120-10-00
18
Jon Owen (Colney Tackle)
96-04-00
124
Ben Sharp
93-10-00
6
Andy Kinder (Maver / Marukyu)
81-13-00
10
Charlie Simpson (Miracle Baits)
68-08-00
2
Barry Mason (Guru / Bag 'Em Baits)
63-12-00
24
Jason Farmery
61-06-00
121
Richie Hull (Garbolino)
54-00-00
120
Events leading up to this latest qualifier took an unexpected turn after it was confirmed that The Glebe, who were originally scheduled to host the event, had some issues with a number of the lakes on site meaning the qualifier had to be moved at very short notice. Unfortunately, this meant that a number of anglers dropped out and chose not to fish at Barston instead, which resulted in the numbers being down on what was otherwise another sell out qualifier. That said, the fishing was close although the sport was not as prolific as the day before on the England ladies fundraiser event.
Winner on the day and making it through to the 2016 Mega Match This final was Welsh rod, Mark Jones (Tredegar AC).
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