NCL - Division 1 | 2023
2023
Truman Lake
August 12, 2023
August 12, 2023
Clinton, MO
division 1 - Tournament payout
1. 100 % Payback
2. $10,000 Minimum Payback
3. $1,000 Big Fish
National Crappie League’s Division 1 Tournament Heads to Truman Lake, Missouri
The National Crappie League (NCL) is excited to announce its upcoming Division 1 tournament at Truman Lake, Missouri, on August 12, 2023. This one-day event, hosted in the beautiful city of Clinton, offers competitors the chance to fish for cash, prizes, and a qualifying spot in the NCL National Championship.
The tournament guarantees a 100% payback, with a minimum payback of $10,000. The first and second Big Fish prizes are set at $700 and $300 respectively. This event is open to anglers who have not earned $5,000 or more in national crappie tournaments in the previous two years or have not placed in the top 5 of major pro division tournaments. Fishing guides are not eligible to enter.
Truman Lake is renowned for its abundant crappie population and the quality of fish has improved significantly in recent years. Anglers can expect good weights at this tournament, with the lake’s visible and submerged timber, stumps, and stake beds providing plenty of crappie cover.
TOURNAMENT HOST:
Clinton Convention & Visitors Bureau

TBA
Aug.11, 2023
Bucksaw Marina & Resort
670 SE 803 R., Clinton, MO 64735
Registration 5 PM to 6 PM • Meeting 6:00 PM
Bucksaw Marina & Resort
Must be in weigh in line by 3:30 PM
TBA
All legal waters on Truman Lake
4:30 pm day of pre tournament meeting
6:30 AM to 2:30 PM
N/A
Bucksaw Marina & Resort
Registration 8:00 to 9:00 AM
Fishing 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Bucksaw Marina & Resort
660-477-3900
www.bucksaw.com
How to participate in the division 1?
1
Get your NCL Membership
Dive into the heart of the angling community with your NCL Membership. It's more than just a "membership", it's your ticket to camaraderie, competition, and the thrill of the catch. Don't just stand on the shore, join the league of crappie champions today.
2
Register
Ready to cast your line in the big leagues? Register for our upcoming tournaments and mark your spot in the NCL history. It's not just about signing up, it's about stepping up to the challenge. Get ready, set, register! (NCL Membership required to register)
3
Prep and Get There
Preparation is the key to victory in the world of professional (crappie) angling. Gear up, study the waters, and plan your strategy. Then, make the journey to the heart of the action. Remember, the journey is just as important as the destination.
4
Do your best to Win
In the NCL, every cast is a chance to prove your mettle. Give it your all, aim for the biggest catch, and strive for the win. But remember, it's not just about the trophy, it's about the spirit of the sport. So, cast your line, reel in your dreams, and make every moment count.
Local Partners
Clinton Tourism
Clinton Tourism
660-885-8166
200 South Main Street
Clinton, MO 64735
www.clintonmo.com
Bucksaw Marina & Resort
Bucksaw Marina & Resort
670 SE 803 Rd, Clinton, MO 64735
660-477-3900
www.bucksaw.com
Everharts Outdoors
Everharts Outdoors
511 E. Hillcrest Dr.
Clinton, MO 64735
660-885-4436
everhartssportinggoods.com
Compass Health Network
Compass Health Network
1800 Community Dr.
Clinton, MO 64735
844-853-8937
compasshealthnetwork.org
KDKD Outdoors HQ
KDKD Outdoors HQ
KDKD FM 95.3
Rock 104.5 FM
AG 1280 AM
www.mykdkd.com
Hawthorn Bank Clinton
Hawthorn Bank Clinton
102 N. 2nd Street
Clinton, MO 64735
660-885-2241
www.hawthornbank.com
Slugger’s 66
Slugger’s 66
1805 E Ohio Street
Clinton, MO 64735
660-885-6756
Dietz Family Buffet
Dietz Family Buffet
1520 E. Ohio Street
Clinton, MO 64735
660-885-6545
www.facebook.com
Cody’s Bait & Tackle
Cody’s Bait & Tackle
31046 Coldsprings Ave
Warsaw, MO 65355
660-723-5115
Walmart Supercenter #20
Walmart Supercenter #20
1712 E Ohio Street
Clinton, MO 64735
660-885-5536
www.walmart.com