Written By - Andrew Buss - 06/30/2008
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Any look into sports history tells us that following a legend is a challenging, if not impossible endeavor. Whether following a coach like Bob Knight or athlete like Michael Jordan, there are more examples of failures than success. These circumstances typically create unrealistic expectations and mountainous pressure which can consume a mere mortal. For some, though, there is no other option.

Consider Jonathon VanDam's situation for a moment: his uncle, Kevin, is the greatest bass fisherman in the world; his father owns the Ohio state smallmouth bass record with a 9 pound, 8 ounce behemoth; and his family has owned and maintained D & R Sports Center in Kalamazoo, MI, arguably the best bass boat marina in the state, for over 25 years. The very name "VanDam" is not only the baddest name in bass fishing, but nearly synonymous...