2025 Hall of Fame Inductee Ann Thomasson-Wilson

Ann Thomasson-Wilson

Ann Thomasson-Wilson is a two-time bass fishing World Champion, fishing tackle innovator, and owner of Ann’s Tackle Shop. Some of the gear and baits in Thomasson-Wilson’s shop were, in fact, designed by her. She created a brand-new hook design called the G-Lock worm hook #2044, manufactured by Gamakatsu. She invented the “Plum Apple” color, which is available in multiple styles of plastic baits. The color was first manufactured by Gene Larew and is now available in several brands. In addition, the “Chrome Red” version of the Rat-L-Trap was also created by Thomasson-Wilson and is still available today. She shared her knowledge and served as a mentor to those who came through the doors. She volunteered for Get Hooked on Fishing Not on Drugs fishing tournaments for years and believes that giving children things to do, like fishing, can make a life changing impact.