Six new members of the American Sportfishing Association's Board of Directors were elected in June to fill three regional seats and three At-Large seats, with their terms beginning October 1, 2007. The Board members serve two-year terms.

Regional seats went to Ed Dinkins, Bass Pro Shops, who will serve the South Central Region; Bob Eakes, Red Drum Tackle Shop, Inc., who will serve the Southeast Region; and Jim Lebson, G.Loomis, Inc., who will serve the West Region. All three Board members for these regions were reelected.

At-large seats went to John Jilling, Wright & McGill Co., Gary Zurn, Big Rock Sports, both reelected; and Geoff Ratté, Water Gremlin Co., who has served on ASA's Board in the past.

"The reelection of several Board members is a strong indication that our Board of Directors is serving our membership well," said Mike Nussman, ASA president and CEO. "I thank these individuals for their time and strong commitment to the association and sportfishing. This is sure to be a year of successes and challenges for us all, and I look forward to working with this fantastic group on behalf of our members."