Lee Lakosky, one half of the renowned hunting duo Lee and Tiffany, has faced many thrilling challenges throughout his career as a bowhunter, but the pursuit of a giant buck named “Sporky” in 2024 proved to be one of his most rewarding and intense hunts yet. Known for their relentless dedication and ability to scout, track, and harvest trophy whitetails, Lee and Tiffany’s hunt for Sporky became a testament to the couple’s expertise and strategic approach to hunting.
Sporky was no ordinary buck. With an unusual rack shape and a distinct forked antler that gave him his name, this massive 10-point had been on Lee’s radar for over a year. Sporky had become a regular on their trail cameras, showing up on their property, a prime location in Iowa, throughout the previous season. The sight of him on camera was enough to fuel Lee’s obsession, but getting a clean shot at such a smart and cautious buck would be a different challenge entirely.
The hunt started in the fall when Lee began scouting the area, looking for signs of Sporky’s movements. The buck was known to be a late mover, often feeding in the late evening and wandering into the woods just after dusk. Lee, a seasoned hunter, knew that the best chance to hunt him would come during the peak of the rut, when Sporky would likely be more active.
As days passed, Lee and Tiffany worked to refine their strategy, setting up in areas where Sporky had been spotted most often, and where the deer trails converged. Every detail mattered, from wind direction to scent control, and Lee carefully planned each move. His patience and understanding of Sporky’s behavior paid off when, one fateful evening in late November, everything came together.
Just as the sun began to dip below the horizon, Lee spotted movement in the trees. There, emerging from the thick cover, was Sporky. The giant buck moved confidently into range, and Lee’s heart began to race. The moment was finally here. With his bow drawn, Lee waited for the perfect shot, and when it came, he took it. The arrow flew, and Sporky bolted, but it was clear that Lee’s shot had found its mark.
After a careful tracking session, Lee and Tiffany found Sporky just a short distance from where the shot had been made. The massive 10-point buck lay before them, and Lee’s triumph was palpable. The hunt for Sporky, with its intense planning, strategy, and ultimate success, was a defining moment in Lee and Tiffany’s legendary hunting career.
This hunt served as a reminder of the skill, patience, and passion that goes into bowhunting, and how a carefully executed plan can lead to success. For Lee and Tiffany, the hunt for Sporky was another chapter in their ongoing pursuit of big bucks and unforgettable moments in the field.
