Justin McClelland moves up front
Justin McClelland fondly recalls doing school homework assignments from the backseat of his dad’s boat. Standing on the front deck was Mike McClelland. He was doing his own homework, most...
2016 High School All-American: Hunter Penney
BOAZ, Ala. — You could probably not keep Hunter Penney of Alabama indoors if you tried. The 18-year-old is either on the water fishing a tournament, in the woods hunting,...
Ailing child inspires downcast Jocumsen
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — Carl Jocumsen’s pro bass fishing career appeared to be on the upswing. He’d cashed Top 50 checks in three straight Bassmaster Elite Series tournaments. Then he...
Elite learning experiences
I’ve been sitting here thinking about the past couple of events we had on the Elite Series. Normally in this column, I tend to share stories about events and from...
It’s swimbait time
There’s been a lot of stuff posted up on the site about postspawn bass but not so much about my favorite lure for this time of the year — a...
Another Toyota Bassmaster Angler of the Year?
We’re far enough along in the season to start thinking seriously about the Toyota Angler of the Year title, and who’s going to win it. Obviously, it’s something that I’ve...
Fantasy Fishing: Finish strong with strong finishers
When I set out to take on all of you Bassmaster Fantasy Fishing players out there, I had every intention of wreckin’ shop like I have in past years. Except...
Catching bass by hand
Bored of catching all those bass by rod and reel? Looking for a new challenge? Probably not. Most of never grow tired of enticing – or trying to entice –...
Shad spawn could be key to success at Arkansas River Open
MUSKOGEE, Okla. — Several areas on the Arkansas River are likely to produce bass during the Bass Pro Shops Bassmaster Central Open June 2-4, but the best spots could be wherever...