This report from the organisers of the Perch Master League:
Sunday saw the 5th round of the Perch Master Ireland League, held on a challenging stretch of river.
With the summer holidays in full swing, the turnout was a little lower than usual, with only 13 anglers taking to the bank.
After the scorching weather we’ve experienced since the last round, nobody quite knew what to expect. The river was running extremely low, choked with weed in many areas, making lure presentation difficult and the perch even more reluctant to feed. It was certainly a day that tested everyone’s patience, skill and determination!
Fishing got underway at 9:00am and finished at 3:00pm. Once all photos and videos of the catches had been checked and verified, the results were confirmed.
Round 5 Results
- 1st Place: Mantas Jablonskis
- 2nd Place: David Bowles
- 3rd Place: Pawel Adamkiewicz
Longest Perch: David Bowles
Congratulations to all of the cpmpetitors and especially the top three on some excellent performances in very difficult conditions!
A huge well done to everyone who took part. Days like today prove that it’s not always about catching lots of fish—it’s about adapting to the conditions, persevering and enjoying another great day on the bank with fellow anglers.
Next up: the Lough Derg Perch Bonanza 2026 , taking place next Sunday! It’s shaping up to be a fantastic event, and we can’t wait to see everyone there. Tight lines, and best of luck to all who are competing!
