SAN ANTONIO, TX - A new week brings a familiar

team to the top of the standings in the chase for Bass Pro Shops School of the Year presented by Abu Garcia. By winning the Murray State Invitational this past weekend, McKendree University overtakes Bethel University for the lead in the race for the 2019 School of the Year. Since the previous update, only one points earning event has taken place. Thus, with only a small number of teams competing over the weekend, the remainder of the top 25 stays the same.

The most recent change in the standings is due to an event held on Kentucky Lake between March 30th and 31st that was hosted by Murray State University. This event saw a total of 13 boats, representing seven different schools, compete over the span of two days. The McKendree University team of Trevor McKinney and Blake Jackson weighed in a two-day total of 17.6 lbs. to claim the win by just over 1.5 lbs. By winning this school run event, McKendree University earned a total of 100 points towards their School of the Year total. Taking the lead this late in the season, with roughly two months left, is a huge accomplishment for the Illinois based anglers.

McKendree University

Trevor McKinney & Blake Jackson

"We feel very fortunate and truly blessed to be holding the number one position this late in the season. There are so many outstanding collegiate anglers and teams in this competition. My guys have been extremely consistent throughout the season, so it is truly an honor to be in the number one spot at this time," said Jon Rinderer, Head Bass Fishing Coach at McKendree University.

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