A little Classic revenge
The drive from my home in Longview, Texas, to Fort Worth takes about three hours. Considering how far I typically drive to fish most Bassmaster Elite Series tournaments, that’s a...
Crazy Classic week
I’ve been home in Texas for a couple of weeks after my subpar finishes in Florida. I had to mentally put those events behind me so I can focus 100%...
Thom Abraham’s Pick ‘Em Picks: 2025 Bassmaster Classic
After the first Elite event of the year at the St. Johns River, 274 T-H Marine Bassmaster Pick ‘Em Challenger players were a perfect 7-0, besting my 6-1 week. I wondered...
Fantasy Fishing: Everything is bigger in Texas
Everything is bigger in Texas – it’s simply too good of an overused cliché to not throw in somewhere. With that said, I truly believe that the age-old cliché will...
Daily Limit: Garrett going for it this time
Watch out for John Garrett during Classic week. It wouldn’t be terribly surprising if he gutted out a victory in the Bass Pro Shops Bassmaster Classic presented by Under Armour....
Classic prepractice theories in focus
Classic Week forecast shows signs of big bass prespawn movement.
Nation: Nutt takes the title at Pickwick Lake
With a three-day total of 77 pounds, 6 ounces, Dylan Nutt has won the Mercury B.A.S.S. Nation Qualifier at Pickwick Lake presented by Lowrance.
McKinney sets sights on first Bassmaster Classic
PARK FALLS, Wis. (March 14, 2025) – Bass fans know Trey McKinney’s remarkable path to bass-fishing’s highest level. Born to a Southern-Illinois family of great faith, then recognized and patiently...
Classic: Sorting through the prespawn options
Learn the 'how to' approach many pros are using to dial in the options at Lake Ray Roberts.
Longevity builds careers, the Classic builds legends
What separates the top 1% of tournament anglers from everyone else? Longevity. My entire approach to professional fishing has always revolved around longevity. Look at the best anglers — whether you’re evaluating...
