The St. Croix Bassmaster Opens is a series of tournaments that tier up to the Bassmaster Classic and the Bassmaster Elite Series. It is divided into two divisions with four tournaments in each division.
Click the links below for rules and other information about competing in the Opens.
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Rasmussen’s 13.82 Rayburn giant
Wisconsin pro Adam Rasmusen ran into a true Texas giant in a 13.82 largemouth while practicing on Sam Rayburn. He certainly would love to weigh in one of that caliber come competition day. Keep an eye on the 2024 Classic runner-up to make a move this week.
Balancing out home lake history
I’ve guided on Sam Rayburn Reservoir since 2012, and it was my favorite lake long before that. So, I’m not going to lie — ever since we learned last year...
Blog: Metzger on Rayburn
Kyle Metzger is finding success on Sam Rayburn and is even getting on some multi species action.
Blog: Hanna finding some on Sam Rayburn
Joey Hanna is putting his St Croix rods and SEVIIN reels to work to find some good ones on Sam Rayburn.
Water levels and temperature will set the storyline for Bassmaster Open at Sam Rayburn
JASPER, Texas — It’s safe to say that a majority of the 200-plus anglers scheduled to compete in the 2025 St. Croix Bassmaster Open at Sam Rayburn Reservoir presented by SEVIIN have yet to...
Young anglers make their mark at Clarks Hill Reservoir
For most 18-year-olds, fishing in their first ever St. Croix Bassmaster Open presented by SEVIIN would be an incredibly nerve-wracking experience, especially when they drove by the boats of so...
Snow start, not slow start for college champ Dylan Akins
Dylan Akins’ year as the Bassmaster College Series Bracket champion is off to a strong, albeit snowy start. Akins finished the first Bassmaster Open of his career in 18th place,...
Top lures at Clarks Hill Open 2025
Check out the baits used to claim Top 10 finishes at the St. Croix Bassmaster Open at Clarks Hill Reservoir presented by SEVIIN.
Behind the scenes: Final day at Clarks Hill
Take a behind the scenes look at weigh-in on the final day of the St. Croix Bassmaster Open at Clarks Hill presented by SEVIIN.
Open: Clarke conquers Clarks Hill
With a two-day total of 47 pounds, 7 ounces, Chase Clarke takes the title at the St. Croix Bassmaster Open at Clarks Hill Reservoir presented by SEVIIN.
Day 2 action on Clarks Hill
Check out some more action from Clarks Hill as the anglers look to shoot up the leaderboard and start their Opens season on a high note. Time is beginning to run down at the St. Croix Bassmaster Open at Clarks Hill Reservoir presented by SEVIIN.
On the water with Campbell and Neal
Go on the water with Campbell and Neal as they battle it out on Clarks Hill for the St. Croix Bassmaster Open at Clarks Hill Reservoir presented by SEVIIN.
Clarke starting Day 2 strong
Watch as Chase Clarke starts Day 2 off with a couple big bites. Stay tuned to see how it all shakes out at the St. Croix Bassmaster Open at Clarks Hill Reservoir presented by SEVIIN.
