Leaders within sight of each other
Arkansas River veteran angler Jason Christie was asked yesterday how this tournament would be won today. The Park Hill, Okla., pro was a pre-tournament favorite. He was in 15th place...
Poche went from zero to hero
Like a deep bruise, Keith Poche won’t forget this tournament for a while. Over the first two days, he caught the fish to be leading by three pounds going into...
Palaniuk enjoys fishing shallow too
Brandon Palaniuk’s success on the Elite Series, which includes the 2017 Angler of the Year title, has been highlighted by top finishes on deep, clear reservoirs or rivers. But in...
Browning’s success here no surprise
It’s no surprise to anyone who has followed B.A.S.S. for years that 54-year-old Arkansas angler Stephen Browning made the top 12 cut here at the Arkansas River, or that he...
Hightower has experience on his side
Dale Hightower has increased his lead early today with a couple of two-pounders. Early fish are always a confidence builder, especially for the tournament leader on the last day. But...
Top 12 all in contention today
Based on the first two days, it’s easy to build the case that any of today’s 12 finalists could win the Basspro.com Bassmaster Central Open. The Arkansas River has produced...
