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Theo Ballard
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Theo Ballard

Virginia Beach, United States
25+ reviews
I started fishing at the age of 2 with my grandfather, Dock Brown, and my uncles Greg, Lloyd, Jeff, and Larry Brown on the Cape Fear River Lock & Dam #1 in North Carolina. Richard DeBerry also taught me how to tie a fisherman’s knot at Sandbridge Fishing Pier, and I was determined to learn. I watched and learned from them and other charter boat captains throughout the years. I joined the U.S. Navy in 1989 at age 18, serving as a small RIB boat operator for U.S. Navy SEAL Team 6 and as a Master Helmsman aboard the USS Halyburton (FFG-40) during Desert Storm. I developed a high skill set in ship and small-boat operations and received an honorable discharge. Today, my main goal is to make sure our clients catch fish. If we need to go into overtime to put you on fish, we will. Johnny Quest Sport Fishing was honored with the Angler’s Choice Award in 2024, recognizing our dedication to working as a team and putting our clients on big fish.

Charters

Rating

5.0
44 reviews
4.9
Boat & Equipment
5.0
Captain & Crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

What anglers say

100%
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
91%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
98%
Caught fish

All reviews (44)

Showing 1 – 5 of 44 reviews
  • Jake Anderson
    Jake Anderson
    us
    Pennsylvania, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Neat trip off shore

    Meat Hunt • 4 adults

    saw the windmill farms and fished by the bases caught a crap ton sea bass few blue fish and a striped bass saw a sea turtle and dolphins on the way back in

    Response from Captain

    Hello Jake man this was one of the best trips ive had at the Windmills. I mean you guys caught so many fish it was unbelievable my friend. I really had a great time fishing with you guys. Hope to see you all again my friend. Thank you so much for the 5 star rating.

  • Richard Darnell
    Richard Darnell
    Repeat angler
    us
    Ohio, US
    Member since 2020
    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Best charter HANDS DOWN!!!

    Spot & Croaker Trips • 3 adults • 1 child

    I’m from Ohio, I’ve taken 3 charters prior to this one and while they’ve all been great, they didn’t even come close to creating the welcoming atmosphere that this one did. This was my first time with Captain Thio and he is in a league of his own! I took my father-in-law and my 6 year old son with me and we caught 56 fish! He promised nonstop action and he certainly delivered! His service went above and beyond and I would recommend him and his crew any day of the week. Excellent knowledge, excellent service, child friendly, inviting, and all of the things!

    Reported catch:
    Flounder
    Response from Captain

    Richard, i just want to say this is one of the best charters I've been on. I mean, Jase, being 6 years old, has out fished so many people I've taken fishing in the past 5 years. He's a superhero kid. This was perfect. Thank you, Richard, Paul, and Jase, for such an amazing time on the water today.

  • Sabrina Kirby
    Sabrina Kirby
    Member since 2025
    5.0

    Full day meat trip

    Captain Theo at Johnny Quest shows up early, runs a safe, efficient boat, puts you on the fish, and gets you safely home. What more could you ask for? Captain Theo has taken my family fishing multiple times since we moved to Virginia Beach. He's my first choice for a day on the water and always finds a way to fill the freezer with fish. Clean, well-provisioned boats and friendly and professional mates, puts his charter among the top tier in Virginia waters.

    Reported catch:
    Spadefish
    Black Seabass
    Response from Captain

    Thank you Sabrina & Benn for the awesome review you wrote. Its always a great time on the water with you and your family. I Love the Vibe and the positive energy when im in your presence. Love you all....

  • Mike Crane
    Mike Crane
    us
    Virginia, US
    Member since 2024
    5.0

    Day Trip Meat Hunt AWESOME CATCHING

    Meat Hunt

    Captain Theo is AWESOME! Put us on a ton of SeaBass and limited out! He’s not afraid to move to find ‘em! Limited out on SeaBass (they are delicious), also caught a bunch of Triggerfish, and a COBIA (omg delicious!!!)! First Mate Samm awesome too! I’ll be booking/catching again with Captain Theo! An awesome day for myself and 2 friends!!!

    Reported catch:
    Black Seabass
    Response from Captain

    Hey Mike, this trip was like non-stop action all day, brother. Am i right? we couldn't keep the bait cut fast enough for you guys. Another top 5 trip. We were on fire, my man. It was Epic, sir......

  • Jake Anderson
    Jake Anderson
    Repeat angler
    us
    Michigan, US
    Member since 2025
    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    One of my best trips yet

    Spanish Mackerel • 1 adult

    With the trip starting a little late due to myself we still made it to our spot in no time through rain and some chop still ended the day with a nice yellowfin and barracuda the crew did way more then I would ever expect of any charter and more I can’t wait to come back in the winter for the big bluefins

    Response from Captain

    Jake, my man, that was an awesome trip, my guy. I just want you to know you're a true fisherman and you can come fish with us anytime, brother. Im looking forward to us hooking into a blue fin this year. I hope to see you then ship mate.

Real catches shared by our community

  • Johnny Quest Sport Fishing – 30'
    Johnny Quest Sport Fishing – 30'Virginia Beach, VA
    Neat trip off shore
    Jake A.
    Jake A.
  • Johnny Quest Sport Fishing – 30'
    Johnny Quest Sport Fishing – 30'Virginia Beach, VA
    One of my best trips yet
    Jake A.
    Jake A.
  • Johnny Quest Sport Fishing – 30'
    Johnny Quest Sport Fishing – 30'Virginia Beach, VA
    Best charter HANDS DOWN!!!
    Richard D.
    Richard D.
  • Johnny Quest Sport Fishing – 30'
    Johnny Quest Sport Fishing – 30'Virginia Beach, VA
    Best day of fishing!
    Stephanie D.
    Stephanie D.
  • Johnny Quest Sport Fishing – 24'
    Johnny Quest Sport Fishing – 24'Virginia Beach, VA
    Bass bonanza
    Richard H.
    Richard H.
  • Johnny Quest Sport Fishing – 30'
    Johnny Quest Sport Fishing – 30'Virginia Beach, VA
    Great crew!! And caught some Cobia
    James L.
    James L.
  • Johnny Quest Sport Fishing – 30'
    Johnny Quest Sport Fishing – 30'Virginia Beach, VA
    Great time with Theo
    Erika R.
    Erika R.
  • Johnny Quest Sport Fishing – 30'
    Johnny Quest Sport Fishing – 30'Virginia Beach, VA
    We had great time👍🏼
    Jinoh W.
    Jinoh W.
  • Johnny Quest Sport Fishing – 30'
    Johnny Quest Sport Fishing – 30'Virginia Beach, VA
    Nice guy
    Steve H.
    Steve H.
  • Johnny Quest Sport Fishing – 24'
    Johnny Quest Sport Fishing – 24'Virginia Beach, VA
    Father's day Meat hunt
    Phillip F.
    Phillip F.

Our Fishing Locations

What's biting with Johnny Quest Sport Fishing – 24' in Virginia Beach

October is most certainly fall, and you will find the cooler temperatures agree. But if fall means one thing in Virginia Beach, it's Stripers. The best thing is, most of the summer species are still around, too.

Top catches for October

Fishing reports

The fish are on fire right now. ?

Jun 6, 2026 • Virginia Beach
Every cast fish on.
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Angler proudly displaying a large Bluefish on a boat during a sunny day at sea.

Seabass Chopper Blues

May 29, 2026 • Virginia Beach
Fishing is Hot right now.
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Flounder bite is on

Oct 17, 2025 • Virginia Beach
Hot rt now
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Flounder

Oct 17, 2025 • Virginia Beach
Its hot
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Cobia on fire

Sep 16, 2025 • Virginia Beach
Epic
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Meat hunt trips

Aug 27, 2025 • Virginia Beach
Limited out
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