Top 10 AOY Profile: Larry Horne

Rank: #7
Hometown: San Diego, California
Favorite Lakes: Sangchris Lake & Coffeen Lake
Kayak / Setup: Old Town Topwater 120 with Humminbird Helix 7

Season Highlights

Larry Horne’s 2025 season blended California composure with Midwestern grind. His standout moment came at Sangchris Lake, where he locked down a second-place finish—a result that propelled him solidly into the Top 10 for AOY. Whether fishing at Sangchris or Coffeen, Larry’s steady improvement all season showed the payoff of persistence and precision.

On the Water

Larry’s approach to tournament days revolves around covering water efficiently. His NK-180s allowed him to keep moving and adapt on the fly, maximizing time in productive areas. That blend of mobility and decision-making has become part of his signature style within the club.

Favorite Techniques

When it comes to bait choice, Larry keeps things straightforward and effective. His confidence baits include bladed jigs and Texas-rigged stick baits, tools that helped him find consistency across different conditions throughout the trail season.

Memorable Moment

Breaking the 90-inch mark for the first time was a personal milestone for Larry—a reminder that his time on the water is paying off and that he can hang with the best in SIKC competition.

Goals for 2026

Larry’s focus heading into next year is simple: win, chase AOY, and bring home more trophies. He’s also looking forward to upgrading to a new kayak to keep pushing his performance on the water.

About the Series

This feature is part of the SIKC Top 10 Angler of the Year Spotlight, a winter series highlighting the dedication and stories behind our 2025 Top 10 finishers.

Follow the full series at sikcfishing.org.