Despite the torrential rain earlier in the day, 15 anglers of all ages turned up to the 2nd Thames Anglers Conservancy summer match. Conditions had been appalling just prior to the start which undoubtedly kept some people away, but those who did fish enjoyed some reasonable sport and a few  laughs along the way. TAC Patron Duncan Charman came along to offer support for all the competitors and wandered the bank chatting and taking pictures.

The match consists of two events side by side offering something for everyone, a traditional five hour match into darkness using one rod, or a two rod overnighter.

Silvers dominated proceedings with small Roach, Dace and Perch caught throughout, but sadly the expected Bream did not show.

Dads and kids

Complete Concentration

Waiting for the bites

After Dark they kept coming

And the winners are

Mark Thompson –

The Keith Arthur cup for Best overall weight in the 7pm to Midnight – 5lb 1oz

Andy Banham –

David Bird Trophy for best Specimen a % of the uk record in the 7pm to Midnight – 2oz Ruffe

Aaron Forget –

TAC Junior Cup for the best overall weight in the 7pm – Midnight – 1lb 7oz

Georgina Hathway –

Esher Angling Junior best Specimen to a % of the uk record 7pm – midnight

And after a long night

Jason 'Jay' Parry – Lunar Shield for best Specimen to a % of the uk record in the 7pm – 7am

AND

The Lock-keepers Cup for Best overall weight in the 7pm – 7am – 1lb 6oz & 2 oz Ruffe

Jack Collet – The Les Webber Angling Projects Junior best overall weight 7pm – 7am – 6oz

Thanks to everyone who came along, fished or just shared a cuppa and a great social event

Thanks also to the local tackle shops who donated prizes, Esher Angling, Surbiton, Angling, Walton Tackle Exchange and Tackle Fanatics.

TAC