Time to roll the dice
It's the first day of the Bassmaster Classic, and I hope I'm putting 5-pounders in my livewell as you read this.
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Keeping things in perspective
Here's the deal: I'm really pumped up about this Classic. I can't say I've ever felt this way.
A change of plans for Bill Lowen in the Bassmaster Classic
Bill Lowen, well-known shallow water specialist and one of a number of anglers observers are keeping an eye on as the 2011 Bassmaster Classic gets underway, has made a major last minute adjustment in his strategy. It's the kind of thing few anglers would do. But Lowen says he doesn't feel he has any other option.
Speculation ends with Classic launch Friday
NEW ORLEANS -- With a bright light shining in his face, Cliff Pace leaned up in his chair, a little annoyed with the line of questioning.
What’s at stake in the Classic
At the start of competition in the 41st Bassmaster Classic, 50 men are gunning for the win. Only one will wear the championship ring, of course, but all 50 have their eyes on the prize.
The Classic is widely regarded as the be-all end-all in competitive fishing.
NEW ORLEANS -- For professional fishermen, the Bassmaster Classic is widely regarded as the be-all end-all in competitive fishing. Why? For starters it's got a $500,000 purse, winning it will give your career a degree of longevity and qualifying for it is one of the most daunting tasks in bass fishing. The only thing more difficult than qualifying for the Classic is winning it. Win or lose, first time or 29th, the Classic makes an impression on all who compete.
The rules at the Bassmaster Classic
The Bassmaster Classic is a tournament full of tradition and lore. With the 41st Classic this weekend, it's a good time to explore some of the old bromides about fishing's greatest championship.
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BASS Federation: 2009 Southern Divisional – Day 3
Day Three Southern Divisional Results
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Texas’ Bryan Schmidt wins Federation Nation Championship
Texas' Bryan Schmidt wins Federation Nation Championship
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2010 Central Divisonal – Day One Results
Angler Hometown No./lbs-oz Total $$$ 1. Gene Lowrey Dalhart, Texas (TX) 5 15-05 2. Jamie Laiche Gonzales, La. (LA) 5 15-00 3. Zachary King Clarksville, Ark. (AR) 5 14-05 4....
