Russ Lane with a 4-pounder
Soon after Russ Lane pulled up he landed what appears to be a 4-pounder. He started Day 2 just like this, catching four keepers in the early morning. We shall see...
The fans are out in numbers
We've pulled up on the spot where Kevin VanDam, Russ Lane and Jeff Kriet did their damage on Thursday. Already, before the pros have arrived, 24 spectator boats are sitting here waiting. It's...
Sponsors helping the fans at Bassmaster University
Bassmaster University also includes many of our sponsors who take the time to engage with fishing fans. In this photo Jack Litjens of Mercury (right) answers questions about warranties and...
Young ones asking the pros
At Bassmaster University fans get the chance to ask questions to their favorite Elite Series pros. In this photo a young angler asks Kevin VanDam and Mike Iaconelli tips for...
Up close on the Berkley fish tank
One of the really cool things at BASSfest is the Berkley Fish Tank. It's full of big bass, and fishing fans can watch them up close react to different baits....
The waiting is the hardest part
These guys are waiting to see if they have weekend plans. Matt Reed in particular. He's currently in 9th place, and hoping the big bags have already come in.
Asking the big questions at Bassmaster University
In this photo Dave Mercer (left) gives Steve Austin a chance to ask a question to Kevin VanDam and Mike Iaconelli.
KVD and Ike with Jerry
Here at Bassmaster University Jerry McKinnis asks questions to Mike Iaconelli and Kevin VanDam. KVD is holding up a GoPro camera filming the crowd.
Great crowd for Bassmaster University
Despite a threatening sky, a big crowd came out today for Bassmaster University. In this photo they're watching Kevin VanDam, Mike Iaconelli, and Jerry McKinnis on the big stage.
2nd chance leaderboard will be unique
Today’s 2nd chance leaderboard will be different than our normal tournament leaderboard. Because this is a unique event our standard leaderboard won’t quite work for today, so we’ve improvised and...
