Leo and Helen August Memorial Winners

Leo August Memorial Breakfast

     The Leo August Memorial Breakfast was created in memory of past club president Leo August who willed funds to the club to honor each years three most outstanding catches by Knee Deep Club members with prize money and a breakfast where presentations will be made. The winners are established by the highest three percentages of the current club record for game species in the senior division final standings. All yearlong contest rules apply. Prize money is $500 for first, $200 for second, and $100 for third place. A breakfast will be held for the winners by the trustees each year in accordance with Leo August's will.
The Helen August Hybrid Striped Bass Contest is open to both senior and junior members and awards the three largest Hybrid Striped Bass caught with $200 for first place, $100 for second, and $50 for third.

The Leo August Memorial winners for the most outstanding catches of 2019:
1st $500 Jack Dziduch 4 lb. 8 oz. Smallmouth Bass
2nd $200 Lou Marcucci 4 lb. 7 oz. Smallmouth Bass
3rd $100 Jim Welsh 4 lb. 7 oz. Smallmouth Bass

Helen August Contest:
1st $200 Michael Truglio 9 lb 8oz Striper
2nd $100 Jim Welsh 9 lb. 3 oz. Striper
3rd $ 50 Eddie Mackin 8 lb. 11 oz. Striper

 

William G Clark Youth Fishing Award
Created in memory of Bill Clark, who was instrumental in creating KDC's youth programs,
and honors the greatest catch of the year in our junior yearlong contest with a $100 prize.
The 2018 Bill Clark Youth Award winner - Gerard A Delvescovo 4 lb. 12 oz. Chain Pickerel

Also recognized were Jim Welsh as the 2019 King of the Lake and Jake Bozik 2019 Prince of the Lake:

Paul Avenius was recognized for his involvment and support of many of the activities and mechanics of the club.
Paul was awarded "Honorary Director":

Jack Dziduch and his son Mateusz, Leo 1st place:

Lou Marcucci, Leo 2nd place:

Jim Welsh, Leo 3rd place:

Click here for the 2018 winners!