SWL Prostaff - Ron Proia

Home: Saunderstown, Rhode Island

Occupation: Supervisor Communications Co in NE

Sponsors: C&L Marine, Flood Auto Group, Secret Weapon Lures, Kistler Rods, Stalker Bait Co., Strike Zone Bait Co.

Tournament Tours: BFL/FLW, Wal-Mart Opens, ABA New England

Boat: Stratos 201 Pro XL 225 Mercury

Achievements: National Contender for 2011, State Team 3 times for RI.

Affiliations: FLW, TBF, TBF of RI, Stratos Platnium Program

Best 5 Lakes: Lake Champlain, Flat River Resevoir RI, Cayuga, Thousand Islands NY, Squam Lake

Favorite Fishing Technique: Flippin, Tube fishing and Spinnerbaits

Hobbies: Fishing and Hunting

Anglers I Admire: Kevin Van Dam, Rick Clunn and Davie Hite

Pro's Pointers: Take a Kid Fishing, Stay focused while on the water. Confidence is key!!