Testing conditions for first match of 2016

Catches were excellent for the time of year, with Alan, from Wrangle, winning the C. Smith Cup with nine dabs, 16 whiting and a rockling, measuring 725cm in total under the catch-and-release format.

He also won the heaviest round fish prize with his best whiting, which hit the measure at 43cm (1lb 5oz).

Almost a metre behind in second place was Garry Hutson, with three dabs and 18 whiting for 634cm.

His best dab was a 31cm (14oz) specimen, which was worthy winner of the heaviest flatfish award.

Dave Burr was in amongst the prizes again, catching 2two dabs, 12 whiting and a flounder, to finish third with 408cm.

The SPAC AGM will be held on February 20, commencing at 7:30pm in the New Park Club, Scarborough Avenue, Skegness.

All current and prospective members are invited to attend.

The annual trophy presentation and social event will take place immediately afterwards.

The next SPAC match will be held on Saturday, January 23 from 3pm-7pm at Bohemia Point, Sutton on Sea.

Club members will be fishing for the Coleman Cup.

There is also an open section, which non-members are welcome to participate in.

For further information please contact SPAC Secretary Chas Tibble on 07984 967988 or chastibble@hotmail.
com