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Co-angler ethics

Even though there is money on the line, Bassmaster Elite Series pro Stephen Browning places an emphasis on having fun with his co-angler. Photos by James Overstreet

The sport of bass fishing is fueled by two vital lines of support: partner tournaments and pro-ams. Both formats allow rookies and less experienced anglers to participate without owning a boat and to learn from partners and pros on the water.

There have been lots of articles written over the years about co-angler ethics, but they typically target the co-anglers themselves. This article takes the opposite approach and provides advice for pros who have recently moved to the front of the boat.