A small boy based in New Hampshire has caught a massive 177-pound fish, and the snap will blow you away. So, where did he catch the fish exactly, and what are his plans for it now that he has it in his hands? Keep reading for more details.
Small New Hampshire Boy Catches Massive 177-Lb Fish
Fishing can be hit or miss. Sometimes, one can catch enough for dinner, while others simply catch a workboot. It is more of the relaxing act of waiting and hoping that fishermen and women seem to latch onto. Yet, if one is lucky enough, they can catch the biggest fish in the sea. Such is the case for a small New Hampshire-based boy who ended up landing a fish that weighed nearly two hundred pounds. Jackson Denio, 13, was stunned when his pole latched and he was able to see that he had caught a big one.
Father-Son Fishing- iStock
He went fishing with around thirty people, and Jackson’s goal was to catch a shark. Clearly, he was very ambitious and was told how to make this happen. On September 1st, the 120-pound teen ended up catching much more than he bargained for:
“I think I screamed, honestly. I don’t know exactly what happened, but I was very excited.”
It took around an hour to wrangle the fish, which makes sense given that it weighed almost sixty pounds more than Jackson. In the official snap of him and the fish, Jackson is being towered over. Yet, he is immensely proud of his accomplishment.
Jackson Denio- YouTube
The captain, Jim Walsh, had nothing but praise for the slight New Hampshire fisherman. He recounted the moment when Jackson caught the fish and how he never let go. Moreover, the teen was determined to do it all on his own:
“He did not let go once. He never let anybody else touch the rod. And he worked him, worked him. Then eventually, the fish starts to tire out. Even though he’s that big, they got to tire.”
A World Record?
At this point, Jackson Denio’s family is looking into their options. They are hopeful that this could set one or more world records, which is entirely possible. It was Jackson’s determination and strength that really must be recognized. He knew what he wanted from the beginning and may not have caught a shark. However, he has made an incredible impression, and followers were so impressed with him. They saw the fish and immediately congratulated him. Now, Jackson’s next step is to beat whatever record he may have just set and never give up.
Does this story warm your heart, and are you impressed by Jackson? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.
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