Meet the Crew!

  • Ryan Leavay - Founder

    My name is Ryan, and I have lived in Fairfield since I was 5 years old. I graduated from Sherman Elementary with Matt, as well as Ludlowe Middle school and Ludlowe High school. I am currently a Freshman at Texas Christian University studying Finance and Accounting. My passion is not only fishing, but to pass it on to others who are also interested in fishing. Growing up teaching myself how to fish, my goal is to be a teacher for others.

  • John McCloskey - Co-Founder

    Hi! I’m John and I moved to Fairfield in middle school. I went to Ludlowe Middle school and Fairfield Prep, and am now a freshman at Furman University. Soon after my arrival in Fairfield, I was introduced to fishing, and I was immediately hooked. It wasn’t too long until my garage was filled with fishing equipment. I enjoy teaching the younger generation similar skills that I learned when I first started fishing.

  • Matthew Menozzi - Co-Founder

    What’s up! My name is Matt, and I have lived in Fairfield my whole life. I went to Sherman, Ludlowe Middle school, and Ludlowe High school with Ryan. Now, I am a freshman at Sacred Heart University. I grew up fishing the Long Island Sound and spend most of my free time fishing. My goal is to pass on my knowledge to a new generation of future fisherman.

  • Robbie McIntosh - Assistant Director

    Hi, I'm Robbie McIntosh! I've lived in Fairfield my whole life and graduated from Fairfield Ludlowe High School. Currently, I am a sophomore at Villanova University studying Finance. I've spent many summers out on the water developing my passion for fishing. I have had the opportunity to learn different techniques and explore a variety of fishing spots over the years, and I'm excited to share my fishing experiences with you!

  • RJ Patrignelli - Camp Counselor

    My name is R.J. Patrignelli, I have lived in the beach area of Fairfield my whole life which is one of the many reasons why I started to fish. I attended St. Thomas Aquinas from pre-k through the 8th grade and now I am currently a junior at Fairfield Prep. I got hooked on fishing during the pandemic and it has taught me to have patience,to care for our environment and so much more. I can’t wait to share my love for fishing this summer with you all and I hope that maybe you adapt the same passion for fishing that I have.

  • Alex Staikos - Camp Counselor

    What’s up! My name is Alex Staikos. I’m a Fairfield Beach native who loves to fish, go to the beach, and be on the water as much as possible. I’m a sophomore at Clemson University studying Fisheries and Wildlife Biology with a minor in entrepreneurship. I went to Fairfield Country Day School for middle school and St. Luke’s School in New Canaan for high school. My passion for fishing and the environment inspired me to study it in school, and I’m excited to share my love for fishing through our lessons this summer. I’ll see you out on the water!