Opportunities Big Bass Classic

Last year, over 600 people fished the annual Big Bass Classic Fishing Tournament, benefitting Opportunities, Inc., and over 30,000 in cash and prizes was awarded. Participants can fish their choice of Lake Wright Patman or Lake Millwood.

Again, over 600 participants are expected to take part in the event, with a guaranteed grand prize of $10,000 cash and a gold championship ring from Crocker’s Jewelers; pay out to 10 places. The participant catching the largest fish in an Xpress boat receives $500 cash. Additional cash prizes will be awarded for even weight prizes.

The Big Bass Blast Registration Party & Auction will be held at the Four States Fairgrounds Indoor Arena on Friday at 6pm. The event is fun for the whole family. Face painting and inflatables for the kids plus Rothwell Marine will have boats on display, and a silent and live auction will be held.

Major sponsors of the event are: Cash Express, Rothwell Marine, Domino Federal Credit Union, Road Runner, United Steelworkers Unions, Xpress, Town Square Media, Crocker’s Jewelers and Southwest Printers.

Entry forms can be picked up at The Landing, Road Runner, Mil-Way Federal Credit Union or go online at www.oppinc.org. There will be a ONE DAY ONLY registration at Academy on April 30, 2011 from 10 am till 2 pm. For more information, call the tournament hotline at (903) 791.2270.

Opportunities, Inc. provides specialized services to children and adults who have developmental disabilities and the elderly.