FLW OUTDOORS' TV HIGHLIGHTS WAL-MART BFL ALL-AMERICAN

MINNEAPOLIS (May 4, 2004) - Tune in May 23 to "FLW Outdoors" television to watch the nail-biting conclusion of the Wal-Mart Bass Fishing League All-American on Lake Hamilton in Hot Springs, Ark., that took place April 17. The event's field of 43 anglers was narrowed to 10 for the final day of fishing, after which boater Allen Hayes of Moody, Ala., claimed the title and $100,000 cash.

The show will feature interviews with the top contenders as they fish on the final day. The 2004 All-American had the closest finish in the history of the event when Hayes edged out Wal-Mart FLW Tour pro Dave Lefebre of Erie, Pa., by a mere 2 ounces. Hayes landed a three-day total weight of 31 pounds to take home the top prize.

The Outdoor Life Network broadcasts "FLW Outdoors" every Sunday from 1-2 p.m. ET and again on Thursdays from 5-6 p.m. ET. Check local listings for show times and channels in your area.

During each tournament show, "FLW Outdoors" television hosts Carlton Wing and Taylor Carr will go on location to provide on-the-water coverage. Tournament weigh-ins are broadcast live at Wal-Mart stores throughout the country and tape-delayed on "FLW Outdoors" by three weeks to bring audiences nationwide the best tournament footage possible throughout the season.

FLW Outdoors is the industry's premier provider of sport-fishing tournaments, including the Wal-Mart FLW Tour, the world's most lucrative bass-fishing circuit; the EverStart Series, known as the gateway to the FLW Tour; the Wal-Mart Bass Fishing League for weekend anglers; the Wal-Mart Texas Tournament Trail; the Wal-Mart RCL Walleye Tour, the world's most lucrative walleye-fishing circuit; and the Wal-Mart RCL Walleye League for weekend anglers.

Source: flwoutdoors.com (2004-05-04)