02/15/2026
🎣 Another Record-Breaking Year at the Dave Hillert Memorial Hubbard Lake Classic! 🎣
I’m still buzzing from such an incredible day on the ice! From start to finish, the energy was high, the sun was shining, and the spirit of competition was matched only by the spirit of our community.
We officially hit a new record with 573 participants! 🏆
Seeing everyone out there to honor our great friend, dad, husband, and grandpa—Dave Hillert—was truly moving. Because of your support, we are so honored to be presenting a record-breaking check to Friends Together.
🙌 A Huge Thank You To:
Our Sponsors: You are the backbone of this event. We couldn't do it without you!
Anchor Market: For providing such outstanding accommodations for all of us.
The "Behind the Scenes" Crew: A massive personal shout-out to TJ Hoes and Dave Zeller. You guys rock for running the show on tournament day so I could actually get out there and fish with everyone!
🏆 And the Winners are...
I’ve attached the photos from the day and the awards ceremony below. I feel incredibly fortunate to have been among the winners this year alongside some truly talented anglers!
📸 More to Come!
This is just the beginning of the highlights. Keep an eye out for:
🎥 Gavin McDonald is putting together some epic drone footage of the lake.
✨ Jessica Osborne/Hillert has a very special piece she’ll be sharing soon.
📅 MARK YOUR CALENDARS! We’re already looking forward to doing it all again. See you on the ice: FEBRUARY 20, 2027
Winners:
Walleye
Bob Fisher → 25 ¾ $5,000
Ben Cramer → 24 ¼ $2,500
Glenn Wisniewski → 24 ⅛ $500
Romeo Bourdage → 23 ½ $250 Gift Card to Frank’s Great Outdoor
Nate Cosbitt → 23 ⅜ Chabot Shack gear
Perch
Keegan Newhouse → 15 ½ $5,000
Chris Chabot → 15 ¼ $2,500
Kevin Miller → 15 $500
Matt Caverly → 14 ½ $250 Gift Card to Frank’s Great Outdoor
Gage Byce → 14 ¼ Chabot Shack gear
