Andy Bennett

Introduction

Andy is an angling consultant for Guru Tackle with more than 25 years of experience in the sport, having first been introduced to fishing by his dad and brothers at a young age. Over the years, he has developed into a highly accomplished match angler, with much of his focus now centred on the thriving commercial fishery circuit where some of the UK’s biggest and most competitive events take place.

Although commercial venues form the backbone of his match fishing, he still enjoys the challenge and tranquillity of natural waters whenever the opportunity arises. Competing in the Fishub Premier League means a great deal to him, offering the chance to test himself against some of the finest anglers in the country while helping to shape a league format that could eventually grow into a nationwide ranking system — giving anglers everywhere a clear pathway to compete and progress through the sport.

Factfile!

Age
40
Hometown
Manchester
Nickname
Bagga
Sponsors
Tackle Guru / Mainline Match
Biggest Angling Achievement
2 × Fish’O’Mania Champion (2019 & 2020)
Favourite Venue
Hayfield Lakes
Favourite Species
Skimmers
Favourite Method
Mudline Fishing
Favourite Food
Indian
Hobbies Outside of Fishing
Pool
Biggest Weight
427lb

Angling Achievements

2 × Fishomania Champion – 2019 / 2020
Maver Match This Champion – 2024
Fish North Champion – 2019
4 × Matchman of the Year
British Pole Champion – 2019
2 × Daiwa Pole Masters Champion
Drennan Winter Pole Champion – 2023
Angling Trust Silverfish Champion – 2023
5 × Whiteacres Festival Winner
9 × Westwood Lakes Festival Wins
4 × Lindholme Lakes Festival Wins
Hayfield Lakes Festival Winner – 2024
2 × Monkhall Spring Festival Winner – 2022 / 2024
Monkhall November Festival Winner – 2024
3 × Meadowlands Silverfish Festival Winner – 2023 / 2024
Puddledock Festival Winner – 2023
Weston Pools Natural Baits Festival Winner – 2025