COLUMBIA, S.C. - The 2011 World Catfish Challenge is in the record books, and the Berkley Fishing sponsored team of anglers, Capt. Phil King and Tim Haynie along with team runner, David Shipman placed second in the inaugural event. The Corinth, Mississippi natives brought in over 500 pounds of Wels Catfish and came in a very close second, missing the title by a mere 1 pound, 3 ounces. The event featured 45 teams from 16 countries that competed on the River Ebro in central Spain. For more info on this story go to: www.worldcatfishclassic.com

Phil is a local guide and tournament fisherman.  If you are insterested in a guided fishing trip with Phil you can contact him at 662-286-8644. He specializes in trophy catfish.