Get fishing, and the family will follow Son's interest has led Minneapolis family into new waters. April 30, 2021 — 7:08am The Cuevas-Sánchez family's fishing story starts small. Like, really small. About three years ago a family friend invited Ian Cuevas-Sánchez, then 5, to fish for the first time, on Lake Nokomis. Set up with an ice fishing pole because it was a good fit for his small stature, Ian targeted bluegills, setting in motion a progression of experiences that have turned his parents and siblings into a Minnesota fishing family. And an exceptional one. Ian was invited to go again. His father, Jared Cuevas, said his excitement was unmistakable. So much so that Cuevas and his wife, Elsa Sánchez, decided a fishing-themed birthday was a must when Ian turned 6, but it would take some preparation.