Costa adds 8 to pro team

Chris Lane, one of eight Bassmaster Elite Series anglers recently added to Costa's pro team.

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. – Costa recently added eight Bassmaster Elite Series anglers to its pro team.

The new additions include: Clent Davis; Brett Hite; Davy Hite; Chris Lane; Shane Linenberger; Justin Lucas; Jacob Powroznik and Terry Scroggins. The new team members join 39 existing Bassmaster Elite Series pros already partnered with Costa.

“Our pro team includes not just the best anglers in the sport, but some of the best people in the industry,” said Melinda Hays, bass fishing community leader for Costa.

“Not only are we proud for them to represent Costa while they’re on and off the water, but we’re proud to call them partners and friends, as well.”

Costa also recently announced a partnership with Bassmaster Elite Series tournament emcee and television host Dave Mercer.

The Bassmaster Elite Series tournament trail pits the top 110 anglers across 11 competitions for a chance to qualify for the Super Bowl of bass fishing, the 2017 Bassmaster Classic to be held in Houston, Mar. 24 – 26.