WHAT:
Major League Fishing announced today that pro Martin Villa of Charlottesville, Virginia, will replace Jacob Wheeler in this week’s Kubota Heavy Hitters Presented by Bass Pro Shops at Orange Lake in Ocala, Florida. The event, scheduled for May 16-21, and features 32 of the world’s top professional anglers competing for a $100,000 top prize and daily big-bass bonuses.
Wheeler has withdrawn from competition to be with his wife, Alicia, and their family following her recent cancer diagnosis. The entire Major League Fishing community sends its thoughts, prayers and support to Jacob, Alicia and the Wheeler family during this difficult time…