BENTON, Ky. (May 27, 2025) – Major League Fishing (MLF), the world’s largest tournament fishing organization, today announced PiranhO2 as a sponsor of its MLF5 leagues and the MLF Fisheries Management Division (FMD) Fish Care program. This strategic partnership underscores a shared commitment to advancing fish health and sustainability at every level of the sport.

As part of the agreement, PiranhO2 has been integrated into all MLF live-release boats and is actively being used in the fish care tanks this week at the Phoenix Bass Fishing League (BFL) All-American on Lake Hamilton. PiranhO2 will also play a key role in MLF’s FMD Fish Care initiatives, supporting the organization’s efforts to responsibly manage and protect fisheries during MLF tournaments.

“We are constantly looking for ways to improve fish care practices, and the introduction of PiranhO2 is a significant step forward,” said Steven Bardin, Fisheries Biologist and Director of MLF’s Fisheries Management Division. “The advanced oxygenation and water-quality benefits provided by PiranhO2 represent the next evolution in tournament conservation.”

PiranhO2’s system uses a patented delivery process that diffuses pure oxygen and stabilizes water conditions in livewells and holding tanks. The result is improved fish vitality, reduced stress, and better post-release survival rates – core goals of MLF’s conservation mission.

“PiranhO2 could not be more excited to partner with an organization that aligns with our mission and shares our common goals,” said Joseph Krawczyk, President and CEO of PiranhO2. “At the forefront of our development of PiranhO2 was the goal to combine our expertise and scientific knowledge with conservation efforts for the long-term sustainability and health of fish populations. We are committed to educating the public about the importance of sustainable practices in recreational fishing.”

As a sponsor, PiranhO2 will benefit from visibility across the MLF5 circuits, which include Tackle Warehouse Invitationals, Toyota Series presented by Phoenix Boats, Phoenix Bass Fishing League presented by T-H Marine, Abu Garcia College Fishing presented by YETI and Abu Garcia High School Fishing presented by Tackle Warehouse. PiranhO2 will be featured in PR and media coverage, prominent exposure in MLF5 eNewsletters, and branding integrated throughout MLF5 digital properties. The brand will also be showcased in MLF5 television broadcasts and featured in all MLF5 livestreams. PiranhO2 will engage with fans on-site at events and provide product gifting at key championship tournaments.

PiranhO2 already has a strong presence in the professional bass fishing world through partnerships with MLF Toyota Series anglers Billy McDonald and Kyle Cortiana.

“PiranhO2 has made a huge difference in how I manage fish care on the water,” said McDonald. “I love the fact that they are the designer and manufacturer of the product, all in-house. I’ve seen firsthand how much better my fish look when I bring them across the weigh-in stage. It gives me peace of mind knowing I’m doing everything I can to preserve the resource.”

Cortiana added, “From hot summer days to long runs across the lake, PiranhO2 keeps my livewell conditions stable. The PiranhO2 system triples the amount of dissolved oxygen in my livewells. It’s a game-changer for responsible anglers who care about conservation.”

For more information about PiranhO2, visit PiranhO2.com. To learn more about Major League Fishing and its conservation efforts, visit MajorLeagueFishing.com.

About PrOO2
As a pioneering subsidiary of Nidek Medical Products, Inc., PRO O2, LLC was established in 2017 to revolutionize oxygen-based solutions across all nonmedical industries. With a footprint spanning over 50 countries on six continents, PRO O2 delivers cutting-edge oxygen concentrators and other gas separation systems tailored across a wide array of applications, including water treatment, food processing/agriculture, aquaculture, veterinary care and beyond. Our acclaimed product lines exemplify engineering excellence, combining innovation with dependability to exceed industry demands, while we remain at the forefront of continuing innovation & scientific advancements in our realms of operation. Manufactured exclusively in Birmingham, Alabama, USA using EPA-compliant components, PRO O2 is dedicated to advancing oxygen technology through our collective 39 years of design & engineering experience while also maintaining a steadfast commitment to quality and sustainability.

About PiranhO2 systems:
The oxygen concentrator systems provide the weigh-in tanks with 95% medical-grade oxygen, generated on-site from a small and highly mobile device. The oxygen implementation will not only result in lower stress rates to fish, but it will also support much larger fish weights in confined spaces while also ensuring clean and odor-free water for the duration of the tournament. PiranhO2 will be partnering with MLF to bring these same oxygen-generating solutions onto their live-release boats, as well as ensuring continual high-quality care is provided to fish even after weigh-in.

About Major League Fishing
Major League Fishing (MLF) is the world’s largest tournament-fishing organization, producing more than 250 events annually at some of the most prestigious fisheries in the world, while broadcasting to America’s living rooms on CBS, Discovery Channel, Outdoor Channel, CBS Sports Network, World Fishing Network and on demand on MyOutdoorTV (MOTV). Headquartered in Benton, Kentucky, the MLF roster of bass anglers includes the world’s top pros and more than 30,000 competitors in all 50 states and 20 countries. Since its founding in 2011, MLF has advanced the sport of competitive fishing through its premier television broadcasts and livestreams and is dedicated to improving the quality of life for bass through research, education, fisheries enhancement and fish care.