Mick Flanagan of Midland Angling has won a bit of silverware in his day, but one trophy that he always wanted to win was the Philip Moffatt Memorial Cup, which is fished on Lough Derravaragh. Mick grew up in Springfield, Mullingar, with the Moffatt Family close by, and this Cup eluded him for many years, despite his best efforts.
Now he’s thrilled to report that it’s taking pride of place on his mantelpiece.
The fishing was really hard going on Derravaragh. Thirty-four anglers slogged it out but only 2 small pike were caught – just one of those days, and every day is different.
Thankfully for Mick, he got his slice of luck on the day, so well done to him.
