As the mom of bassanglertylermorgan, I agree with the post of what my son said. But with that being said, I also agree with many of the posts on here from the men saying get an education. I tell Tyler, education is #1. Always have something to fall back on. If you become a KVD - great! but the chances are slim to none. Get an education, make good money and enjoy fishing for the rest of your life. BUT, I will never discourage my son from going after his dreams and with hard work anything is possible. Tyler plans on going to college and fishing the college team all while getting an education.
Tyler is very fortunate to have parents and grandparents that travel to allow him to fish many tournaments with 99% of them being against grown men. Take a look at his fb page and you will see his tournament results and placing. He does pretty well for 14 but has alot to learn yet. (who doesn't?) He will also get a job this summer to help support his love of fishing and to learn to save money and the value of a dollar.
I think most of these posts on here come from a realistic view, they may sound harsh to teenagers but that is life. Nothing is handed to you on a silver platter. If you want something, go get it!!!
If fishing companies want to sponsor a young child that is great. It's advertisement for them. They don't give out $1000's of dollars, they give tackle or discounts. In return, the kids tell everyone they know about that awesome bait they got in the mail.
To the adult men,,,,some kids on here may not have a role model in their life and they look to you guys for guidance. Remember that when you type your reply. You may be the only one having a conversation with that impressionable teenager. And you know what, if these kids are on here talking fishing, they are off the street and away from trouble.
More power to you young fisherman, chase your dreams!
