James Gordon

James Gordon BIO

Location: Newtownards, Northern Ireland, BT23 8UF
• How I Started Fishing: My father always said that the best way to support mental health is to sit by the water’s edge and fish. I’ve taken this advice to heart and have been fishing for the past 15 years, as I manage my own mental health challenges.
• Angling Heroes: Andy May, Jamie Hughes, Des Shipp, Andrew Power
• Biggest Fish: A 15lb common carp from Beechhill Fishery.
• Favorite Style of Fishing: While I enjoy both method feeder and pole fishing, my true passion lies with pole fishing.
• Best Match: Achieved 3rd place in the Beechhill Masters.
• Top Weight: Caught 164lb of mixed carp, tench, and skimmers.
• Favorite Venues: Polehill, Ballygrangee, Beechhill, Conlig Reservoir, Straid Carp Fishery.
• Major Achievement: After suffering a stroke, I successfully finished 3rd in the Beechhill Masters, marking a significant personal and angling triumph.
• Target for 2024: Now that I’m back on my feet, I aim to compete in matches across both the south and north of Ireland. Fishing has always been my passion, and I hope to prove myself to the company and make a name in the angling community.