Vinson secures second place in Bassmaster Classic

Celebrating: Greg Vinson placed second in the Bassmaster Classic, hauling in a $45,000 prize. Bassmasters photo | The Outlook

Alexander City native Greg Vinson finished in second place in the 2012 Bassmaster Classic this past weekend on the Red River in Shreveport, La.

“Overall, it was a big boost for my confidence as I look to go into the rest of the Elite Series here in a few weeks,” said Vinson, who now resides in Wetumpka. “I think a second place finish in the biggest fishing tournament in the world is a solid statement to the rest of the field and to myself as well.”