The Fisherman's Mindset - The Mental Game of Fishing
In this Expert Series episode, we look into understanding the mindset necessary for successful fishing, especially in a competitive environment.
Vinesh Soogreem sits down with John Otto, a seasoned fishing manager with 45 years of experience, to understand what it takes to keep motivation levels alive after hours on the water with no bite. John (pictured below) discusses the challenges anglers face, the importance of process and preparation, and the roles within angling clubs.
He also talks about the importance of a strong mindset and how it can often outweigh sheer skill in achieving success.
The two also cover strategies for managing different types of anglers and ways beginners can improve their fishing skills, even if they did not grow up fishing. Listen below:
Meanwhile, the sardines have kept the action going along the KZN coastline with plenty of netting action last week week, including on Friday morning at Illovo Beach. Apart from the sardines, there’s been gamefish galore and plenty of big toothy critters as well as Garrick, Shad, Tuna, and many other species.
Vinesh Soogreem has all the details in this week’s Angler News South Africa podcast - the KZN Report episode.
Listen below.
Pictured above: Oom Piet with a Salmon caught off Margate Pier
Pictured below: Leon Uys with a 55kg Yellowing tuna caught off Shelly beach
(Pictured above: Scott Brown caught a beautiful carp at Midmar Dam over the weekend.)
Meanwhile: Ever wonder why some days you catch fish all afternoon, while others leave you with an empty cooler? The secret might be written in the stars (and the tides). In Monday's Expert Series edition of the Angler News SA podcast, fishing expert Dave Irvine discusses how moon phases and tides impact fishing.
Dave offers detailed insights into the optimal times and locations for fishing based on tidal movements and lunar cycles.
Listen below.
Pictured above: Muhammed Yusuf Ismail (6) and Muhammed Luqman Ismail (12) with a Grunter caught on Wednesday night off Bench Pier.
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• The KZN Fishing Report (Thursdays, 3 PM)
The fishing report kicks off down the Lower South Coast with Adam Lyon, who covers everything fishing-related from Port Edward to Port Shepstone. The news then flows down to the Kingsburg/Illovo stretch, where Gary van Sluys gathers content from the rocks every morning.
For the Durban report, we have two correspondents: Mike Vlcek, a seasoned competitive angler, and Brad Grobbler, known as the East Coast's Davie Jones for the time he spends on the water keeping anglers up-to-date on the week's activities.
North Coast reports from Tongaat to Richards Bay are covered by Jesse Schubach, who not only delivers reports but also provides detailed advice on various aspects of angling. The fishing report rounds off in the Midlands with Jan Korrûbel reporting on all facets of freshwater angling..
This weekly report ends with Vinesh and his reporters sharing their predictions for the upcoming weekend.
• Expert Angling Interviews (Mondays mornings)
Dive deep into the world of fishing with Vinesh's in-depth interviews. Each week, he chats with leading anglers and industry experts, tackling topics that are on every angler's mind. Learn how to read tides and weather, master specific techniques, and even explore the path to becoming a protea angler.
Meet your host, Vinesh Soogreem!
Vinesh Soogreem is a legend in the South African fishing media scene. With over two decades under his belt, he's not just an angler who's explored the KZN waters extensively, but also a passionate communicator who's shared his knowledge through books, magazines, and now podcasts and social media. Vinesh lives by the motto "Fish for the future," reflecting his dedication to both the sport and conservation.
Vinesh's authority on KZN fishing is unmatched. Actively involved in the community since the 90s, he's competed at club and social levels, covered major angling competitions, and earned the trust of the media during the Sardine Run. He currently serves as the National Media Liaison for the South African Surf Casting Association, solidifying his reputation as a key figure in the South African fishing scene.
