“The Bass, the River, and Sheila Mant”

by W.D. Wetherall (short story)
3-4 sentences summery.

"The Bass, the River, and Sheila Mant" is a coming-of-age story about a teenage boy who falls in love with his neighbor, Sheila Mant. He goes on a fishing trip with her, but must make a difficult decision between catching a huge bass or impressing Sheila. In the end, he chooses Sheila over the fish, ultimately sacrificing his beloved hobby for a chance to win her over.

"The Bass, the River, and Sheila Mant" by W.D. Wetherall is a coming-of-age story about a young boy who is torn between his love for fishing and his crush on his neighbor, Sheila Mant. The boy takes Sheila on a date to his favorite fishing spot, hoping to impress her by catching a trophy bass. However, his love for Sheila conflicts with his desire to catch the fish, leading to a bittersweet ending.