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Lunker Lessons: Smith Mountain Lake

James Niggemeyer
(7 pounds, 2 ounces)

Updated: April 29, 2009, 5:24 PM ET

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James Niggemeyer's big bass at Smith Mountain Lake is a study in perseverance, self-confidence and top-shelf tournament strategy.

"I saw her the second day (Friday) about noon. She was on the bed, but not really committed to it like I would have liked her to be," says the Van, Texas, Elite pro. "I worked on her for about an hour and a half, with no results.

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