Walters’ secret weapon? That awful mustache
CLAYTON, N.Y. — When Leiding Walters was asked about her son Patrick’s mustache, there was a long silence. Finally, she came up with a diplomatic answer, saying, “As long as...
Elite Analysis – Day 3 on the St. Lawrence River
In the 1988 Tom Cruise movie “Cocktail,” we learned a simple but flawed truth: “Everything ends badly. Otherwise it wouldn’t end.” It’s a good thing that none of the anglers...
Welcher wins Angler of the Year
CLAYTON, N.Y. — After a season of incredible consistency, Kyle Welcher saved his best for last. Welcher is currently in second place with 79 pounds, 5 ounces at the Minn Kota Bassmaster Elite...
Walters catches 28 pounds, 5 ounces and takes Day 3 lead at St. Lawrence
CLAYTON, N.Y. — Patrick Walters had a solid game plan, but calling a Day 1 audible ultimately allowed him to reach the three-day total of 80 pounds, 6 ounces that leads the Minn...
What to watch for with AOY, ROY
It all (could) come down to today for the Progressive Bassmaster Angler of the Year and Dakota Lithium Elite Series Rookie of the Year races. These are “official” observations after...
More tears than cheers on Day 2 at St. Lawrence
CLAYTON, N.Y. — Sad faces and nervous pacing are what you notice backstage every year on Day 2 of the final Elite Series tournament of the year. For several of...
Elite Analysis – Day 2 at St. Lawrence River
Is it unreasonable for me to be disappointed that no one caught 30 pounds today? The slackers didn’t even hit 28. Of course, there were four bags over 27 pounds,...
Welcher takes Day 2 lead at St. Lawrence
CLAYTON, N.Y. — If you’re going to have a superlative moment, do it when there’s a lot on the line. Following that sentiment, Kyle Welcher of Opelika, Ala., sacked up the biggest...
Radio: Moore, Atkins and Huff
Listen to the latest episode of Bassmaster Radio featuring Ronnie Moore, Justin Atkins and Cody Huff. Listen to Bassmaster Radio.
Smith sets new B.A.S.S. smallmouth record
CLAYTON, N.Y. —Elite Series rookie Bryant Smith set a new B.A.S.S. record when he put five smallmouth bass on the scale that weighed 29 pounds, 5 ounces, Thursday. That broke...
