Shebandowan Smallmouth Showdown

Announcements

Kyle and Nick Vescio, the father and son duo came back from a day one finish of 7th place to weigh in 15.37 pounds to take 1st place and the win for the 2011 Shebandowan Smallmouth Showdown. They also tied Thomas Cheshrie and Robert Ives for big fish of the tournament. Each team caught a 3.54 pound smallouth to share the Bernie Schnieders Big Bass Memorial award! Check out the Full Standings.

Volunteers

The Shebandowan Smallmouth Showdown would be impossible to operate without volunteers. In the past they were essential to help assist us with boat inspections, set-up and tear down of equipment, weigh-in, assisting anglers and much more!. Volunteering for the Shebandowan Smallmouth Showdown can be an asset for you and for the Shebandowan Smallmouth Showdown. Gain valuable experience and learn how a concept turned into a reality. If you are interested in volunteering for the Shebandowan Smallmouth Showdown, please refer to our contact section of the website.

Bernie Schnieders Memorial Big Bass Award

Bernie Schnieders, age 49 years, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, July 10, 2005.

Bernie will be missed in our fishing community. Bernie loved his walleye fishing but he holds a world record live release smallmouth bass. Bernie will be remembered at the Shebandowan Smallmouth Showdown each year by awarding the Bernie Schnieders Memorial Big Bass Award, which is given to the heaviest bass caught during the tournament.