Karl joined Jacksonville Bass Club in 2002 as a result of the Outhouse Anglers merger. He has won numerous tournaments, including a win at Rodman in April 2008 with 22.25 lbs anchored by a big fish of 9.50 lbs. He most recently won at Rodman Reservior in September 2009 with 13.29 lbs, at Palatka City Docks in July 2009 with 9.82 lbs and also at Lake Sampson in November 2008 with 8.60 lbs. Karl topped Kirk Hedrick by one pound in May of 2008 to win the 2007-2008 Classic with 17.25 lbs. at Lake Walk-in-Water. He also placed third in the St. John's River in September 2008. He won at Lake Toho in April 2009 with 25 lbs, 6 oz. He recently placed 3rd at Lake Lochloosa in June 2010 with 7.88 lbs. He was named the 2008-2009 Angler of the Year. Karl is a native of Jacksonville and has also fished with Fishers of Men.
