Two legendary lakes
The Bassmaster Elite Series season typically begins in Florida, leading to some memorable tournaments. This year, we’re taking a different path. Our initial stops are Toledo Bend Reservoir and Lake...
Surviving as a professional angler in the modern era
When I dedicated myself to full-time professional fishing 12 years ago, the pro fishing landscape was much different. Back then, winning events in the top national tours still carried a...
Weights could amaze during Bassmaster Elite Series opener at Toledo Bend Reservoir
MANY, La. — The Bassmaster Elite Series will make its much-anticipated return to historic Toledo Bend Reservoir at the perfect time of the year to catch giant bass and record-setting...
Fine-tuning for the Bassmaster Elite kickoff
We’re getting really close to the start of a new Bassmaster Elite Series season, and right now my mind is in a running race. I’m trying to get all my...
My Finest Hour: Cox leverages St. Johns timing for banner day
While Bassmaster Elite pros strive for excellence throughout each event, the right combination of variables occasionally align to create the opportunity for superlative performance. Success hinges on seizing the moment,...
New Elite: Kyle Patrick
“I’ve been obsessed with bass fishing for so many years I’d rather die than be without it,” said new Bassmaster Elite Series pro Kyle Patrick. That may be just a...
It’s boat show season
The first Bassmaster Elite Series stop of 2024 is right ahead of us, but I’m still at work. It’s boat show season. Like many anglers, I spend my winter working...
Countdown to kickoff
I sat down to put this column together and realized we’re close to the Super Bowl and just a couple of weeks away from the start of the 2024 Bassmaster...