I have to fish to win now
The last two Progressive Bassmaster Elite Series tournaments have been my worst by a long shot. I finished 86th at the Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway and 90th at the Arkansas River. I’ve...
Redemption after Arkansas River
I’m always excited to fish every Progressive Bassmaster Elite Series event, but I’m even more eager than normal to fish this week’s tournament at Lake Murray. I guess you can...
Back in the saddle
The Tombigbee and Arkansas River Elite events were tournaments for me to get back in the saddle and make some really good decisions. They turned out to be good events...
Fishing with Alexander
Sometimes something just touches the heart. In February at Lake Guntersville, the Progressive Bassmaster Elite Series and the community surrounding it were introduced to 15-year-old Alexander Bolding. The fishing world at...
Daily Limit: Life-threatening stroke renewed B.A.S.S. CEO’s appreciation of life
A potentially fatal stroke strengthened B.A.S.S. CEO Chase Anderson's faith, giving him new perspective and a greater purpose.
Midseason evaluation
We’re approaching the midpoint of the Progressive Bassmaster Elite Series season, and I’m content with where I’m at. I wish it was a little better, but I’m currently inside the...
First stand-alone Bassmaster Kayak Series Championship set for Lake Murray
COLUMBIA, S.C. — B.A.S.S. announced today the inaugural stand-alone Newport Bassmaster Kayak Series Championship presented by Native Watercraft will be held Oct. 14-16, 2026, on Lake Murray, marking a significant...
FFS and its effect on tournaments
It’s been interesting to see how the bass tournament landscape is shaping up since Bassmaster Elites and other leagues have put limitations on the use of forward-facing sonar (FFS). When...
Gear Review: Daiwa D-FIN Series
WHAT IS IT? Daiwa Tournament D-FIN Swimbait Series WHAT SETS IT APART? First introduced in 2024, the Tournament D-FIN selection broadens with the addition of 3-, 4- and 5-inch versions...
ASA launches The Million Pound Challenge
Clean water is the foundation of everything we do — and now, there’s a way for the entire industry to come together and make a measurable impact. The American Sportfishing...
