Advice for the 2026 Elite Series rookies
Since the end of the 2025 Progressive Bassmaster Elite Series season, I’ve thought a lot about the ups and downs of my first year on tour. We’ll have a new...
An unexpected crossroads: Sportfishing’s national recruitment efforts stalled
A symbiotic circle of anglers, state agencies and healthy fisheries faces an uncertain future.
Tips for being a ‘good co-angler’
A practical guide to starting tournament fishing as a co-angler, with real-world tips on preparation, etiquette and building strong boater partnerships.
Back to work on the Elite Series
Coming back this season after the heart situation wasn’t about making a statement.
South rewrites Opens history with victory at Sam Rayburn
Winnsboro, Texas pro Pake South has won the Turtlebox Bassmaster Open at Sam Rayburn Reservoir presented by Battery Tender with a three-day total of 96 pounds, 15 ounces, the heaviest winning weight ever in Bassmaster Open competition.
Open: South’s adjustments deliver lead at Bassmaster Open at Sam Rayburn
Texas pro Pake South has taken the lead on Day 2 of the Turtlebox Bassmaster Open at Sam Rayburn Reservoir presented by Battery Tender with a total of 62 pounds, 5 ounces.
The culture of custom crankbait builders
In a time when forward-facing sonar and minnow-tipped jigs seem to dominate the headlines, one group remains loyal to a more traditional method of catching bass … and that is...
Anaya riding Elite win momentum
If you doubt the power of positive momentum, take a look at Fisher Anaya, the Bassmaster Elite Series rookie who won the Lippert Bassmaster Elite at Lake Martin on February...
Harris hammers mega bag at Sam Rayburn
Riley Harris brought in 36-pound, 15-ounce mega bag to rocket into the Day 1 lead at Sam Rayburn! The bass are certainly biting as there were 37 bags over 20 pounds, and it took over 25 pounds for the top 12.
Application window open for Bass Fishing Hall of Fame scholarships and conservation grants
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — True to its mission of celebrating, promoting and preserving the sport of bass fishing, the Bass Fishing Hall of Fame is once again committing $65,000 this year...
