Stan Lafever

Valley Springs, CA

In his own words

I am a big family guy and enjoy sharing the sport of fishing with my family – my wife, my son, my grandson. I feel lucky to have that kind of family support and to have my wife travel with me when I fish. I am happy to have friends that I still fish with today that I started fishing with 35 years ago. My goal is for people to know that I fish with class and integrity, and I want to bring that to APEX.

Highlights

2020 Apex tour qualifier. 2022 Apex championship qualifier
Top 10 on Apex tour
Back to back AOY in the ABA pro Delta division
Multiple tournament victories since 1989.

Behind the Angler

I want to be remembered as someone who inspired people. I’ve been married for 40 years, I have two kids and six grandchildren. I was a self employed concrete contractor for the last 20 years in 2020z I retired and started fishing full time and so blessed to be asked to join the Jackson Rancheria fishing team; with out them and the support of my wife, I could not do this. Over the years I’ve had the opportunity to fish with some great fishermen, I’ve always looked up to Dee Thomas and been fortunate to call him a friend! He always inspired me with, his fight to the last breath, attitude!

In the Boat

I will always have a jig tied on, but not afraid to pull out a drop shot if needed! I would like to think of my self as a well rounded fisherman that’s good at a lot of different techniques.

Sponsors

Jackson Rancheria Casino and Resort
Sanborn Chevrolet of Lodi Bioenno
Power Lithium Batteries
Hook’d Bait Shop in Ione
Bass Union
Mister Twister
Glacier Outdoor
ED’s Lead
Rod Strainer Tackle
Ram Wood Lures
Gamma Fishing Line
Frenzy Baits