ABA Adds 150 Series to its Tournament Line up
Courtesy of ABA
Athens, AL – Bass Pro Shops and American Bass Anglers announced the 2019 Bass Pro Shops 150 Series season details today. The Bass Pro Shops 150 Series is a team format providing competition for boat owners with 150hp - or smaller outboards. In 2019, there will be four qualifying tournaments held in different regions of the country in connection with a local Bass Pro Shops…
With New Tours and Changes – Bass Rankings Needed a refresher as well
Courtesy of BassRankings.com / Sean Ostruzka
The creation of the Bass Pro Tour and the subsequent shifting of anglers between the now three major-level tours was something that shook up the entire sport. Everyone has needed to evolve and adapt, Bass Rankings included.
The three-major-level-tours landscape has added a new dynamic to statistically and unbiasedly comparing anglers from one tour…
FORT MYERS’ ANDERSON WINS T-H MARINE FLW BASS FISHING LEAGUE GATOR DIVISION OPENER ON LAKE OKEECHOBEE
Co-angler Title Goes to Bradenton’s Hibbs
CLEWISTON, Fla. (Jan. 28, 2019) – Boater David Anderson of Fort Myers, Florida, caught five bass Saturday weighing 18 pounds, 1 ounce, to win the 2019 T-H Marine FLW Bass Fishing League (BFL) season opener on Lake Okeechobee. For his win, Anderson earned $4,479.
Anderson said he spent his day on the north end of the lake fishing the outside of the…
B.A.S.S. Airs Week Of Programming To Preview 2019 Elite Series
Jan. 28, 2019
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — Fishing fans who just can’t wait for the official kickoff of the 2019 Bassmaster Elite Series Feb. 7 on the St. Johns River, Florida, can get a sneak preview of the fishing action during a special “Bassmaster LIVE Preview Week” on Bassmaster.com every day through Friday.
“Since we introduced live-streamed, on-the-water tournament coverage to the world in…
PITT WINS T-H MARINE FLW BASS FISHING LEAGUE COWBOY DIVISION OPENER ON TOLEDO BEND RESERVOIR PRESENTED BY NAVIONICS
Thibodaux’s Fussell Wins Co-angler Division
MANY, La. (Jan. 28, 2019) – Local angler Cody Pitt of Many, caught five bass Saturday weighing 24 pounds, 5 ounces, to win the 2019 T-H Marine FLW Bass Fishing League (BFL) season opener on Toledo Bend Reservoir presented by Navionics. Pitt earned $6,349 for his efforts.
Pitt said he caught his fish in and around Housen Bay, first targeting…
Sportsmans Warehouse Weekend Report
AC's John Byrne and Sportsman's Warehouse Fishing Manager Sam Johnson Talk upcoming tournaments in this weeks Sportsmans Warehouse Weekend Report. Check it out!
Sportsmans Warehouse Weekend Report
AC's John Byrne and Sportsman's Warehouse Fishing Manager Sam Johnson Talk upcoming tournaments in this weeks Sportsmans Warehouse Weekend Report. Check it out!
Major League Fishing Announces Dayton Venue on Lake Chickamuaga as Bass Pro Tour Stage 4
TULSA, Okla. (Jan. 25, 2019) - Major League Fishing announced today that Dayton, Tennessee is the fourth destination of the 2019 MLF Bass Pro Tour schedule, with its famed big bass fishery Chickamauga Lake ready to play a significant role in who wins the event, April 9 - 14.
The Rhea County region, anchored by county seat Dayton and including much of Chickamauga and Watts Bar lakes on the…
2019 TH Marine BFL Season Kicks off the Weekend!
January 22, 2019
Courtesy of FLW / Curtis Niedermier
While much of the northern United States is locked in a deep freeze, Southern bass anglers will be kicking off their 2019 T-H Marine FLW Bass Fishing League season with the Gator Division tournament at Lake Okeechobee in Clewiston, Fla., and the Cowboy Division tournament at Toledo Bend Reservoir in Many, La.
Okeechobee and…
CLEWISTON READIES FOR COSTA FLW SERIES AT LAKE OKEECHOBEE
Courtesy of FLW
CLEWISTON, Fla. (Jan. 22, 2019) – The 2019 Costa Fishing League Worldwide (FLW) Series Southeastern division is set to open next week at Lake Okeechobee, Jan. 31- Feb. 2, with the Costa FLW Series at Lake Okeechobee presented by Power-Pole. Hosted by Roland & Mary Ann Martin’s Marina & Resort and the Hendry County Tourism Development Council, the three-day tournament will…
Jai Hunter Sr. Wins ABA Open Series on Okeechobee with over 18 pounds for the win and $5500
Courtesy of ABA
ATHENS, Ala. – Jai Hunter Sr. of Deland, FL won the Bass Pro Shops Open Series Florida Central tournament, held January 19th on the Lake Okeechobee. Running out of Roland Martin Marina & Resort in Clewiston, FL the Jai Sr. caught five-bass weighing 18.10-pounds. For the Boater Division victory, Hunter Sr. took home a check for $5500 for his win.
“I was fishing…
TXTT RESCHEDULES SEASON OPENER DUE TO RAYBURN’S HIGH WATER
Courtesy of Texas Team Trail
We’re replacing high water with high hopes; as a prudent and proactive decision by Texas Team Trail management postpones the season opener on Sam Rayburn from the original February 2 competition date and reschedules it to May 10.
With heavy winter rains swelling this Angelina River impoundment to near record levels — over 10 feet above normal pool of 164.40 feet…
Bass Champs Postpones East Region Sam Rayburn Event due to Flooding
*URGENT NOTICE**
January Amistad and Rayburn events have been rescheduled.
details below
1: Due to expected high winds the 1/19 Amistad event has been rescheduled
to Saturday, June 1st on Lake Amistad, Diablo East ramp.
2: Due to extreme flooding the 1/26 Sam Rayburn event has been rescheduled
to Saturday, July 13th on Lake Sam Rayburn at the Umphrey Pavilion.
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Megaware KeelGuard Signs “Worldwide” Watson to MLF Angling Team
OGDEN, Utah (Jan. 17, 2019) - Megaware KeelGuard, a global leader in innovative boat protection products for more than 25 years, announces the signing of Major League Fishing (MLF) Bass Pro Tour angler James "Worldwide" Watson to its pro team.
The Missouri-based angler has been a quick-
Bass Pro Tour angler James "Worldwide" Watson
rising star in bass fishing…
Evinrude becomes MLF BPT Sponsor
TULSA, Okla. (Jan. 17, 2019) - Major League Fishing (MLF) announced today that legendary boat engine manufacturer Evinrude has signed on as a sponsor of the new 2019 MLF Bass Pro Tour, and will be the title sponsor of one of the series' Stages in 2019.
The partnership is especially fitting because it brings together an iconic name that originated 110 years ago with one of bass fishing's…
James Agerton wins ABA AFT D41 Event on the Tensaw River
Courtesy of ABA
January 12, 2019 - Mobile, AL. Twenty anglers launched from the Causeway near Mobile, AL due but when the scales closed James Agerton from Saraland, AL took the victory with five-fish weighing in at 8.79-pounds. For the win, Agerton took home $543 in prize money.
Second amongst the competitors was Dennis Prickett with five-fish that locked in the scales at…
Nominations Now Open For 2019 Class Of Bassmaster High School All-Americans
Jan. 14, 2019
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — B.A.S.S. is seeking nominations for the best and brightest high school bass anglers in the country.
The Bassmaster High School All-American Fishing Team recognizes the 12 most outstanding high school anglers in the nation. The program is designed to reward young athletes for their performance in tournaments, leadership in their communities and…
‘Big Bass. Big Stage. Big Dreams.’
Jan. 14, 2019
Courtesy of BASS Communications
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — It’s T-minus 24 days and counting to the launch of one of the most momentous seasons in the history of professional bass fishing. With the biggest bass on the biggest stage in the sport, the 2019 Bassmaster Elite Series is making dreams reality.
“I’m really excited,” said Elite angler Bill Lowen of Brookville, Ind.…
KENTUCKY’S BOLTON WINS FLW TOUR AT SAM RAYBURN RESERVOIR
Courtesy of FLW
23-Year FLW Tour Veteran Earns First FLW Tour Win of Career, Earns $125,000
BROOKELAND, Texas (Jan. 14, 2019) – After fishing the FLW Tour for 23 years, competing in his 168th career event, Rapala pro Terry Bolton of Benton, Kentucky, finally got it done. Bolton earned his first career victory in a dramatic final-day weigh-in Monday at the FLW Tour at Sam Rayburn…
DAY FOUR OF FLW TOUR AT SAM RAYBURN RESERVOIR POSTPONED DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER
Courtesy of FLW
BROOKELAND, Texas (Jan. 13, 2019) – Sunday’s Day Four of the FLW Tour at Sam Rayburn Reservoir presented Polarishas been postponed due to inclement weather. The top 10 anglers scheduled to fish the final day of competition will now compete Monday to close out the season-opening tournament.
Strong winds moved into the area Saturday afternoon and continued throughout the…
Terry Bolton Maintains Lead Heiding Into Final Day on Rayburn
Courtesy of FLW
23-Year FLW Tour Veteran Closes In on First Win in Texas Shoot-Out
BROOKELAND, Texas (Jan. 12, 2019) – It was more of the same Saturday on Day Three of the FLW Tour at Sam Rayburn Reservoir presented Polaris – big limits, big bass and big smiles from tournament leader Rapala pro Terry Bolton of Benton, Kentucky. Bolton weighed a solid five-bass limit totaling 19…
Ranger Pro Terry Bolton drops 33 Pounds on the scale to lead FLW Rayburn by 5 pounds!
Courtesy of FLW Fishing
23-Year FLW Tour Veteran Catches 33-pound Limit on Rapala Crankbait
BROOKELAND, Texas (Jan. 11, 2019) – Rapala pro Terry Bolton of Benton, Kentucky, brought a five-bass limit to the scale Friday weighing 33 pounds, 9 ounces, to vault to the top of the leaderboard on Day Two of the FLW Tour at Sam Rayburn Reservoir presented Polaris after starting the day in 10th…
ROOKIE LEBRUN CATCHES 29-POUND LIMIT, LEADS DAY ONE OF FLW TOUR AT SAM RAYBURN
Courtesy of FLW
Reigning BFL All-American Champion Smacks 29-2 in First Career FLW Tour Event
BROOKELAND, Texas (Jan. 10, 2019) – Louisiana pro Nick LeBrun – fishing in his first career regular-season FLW Tour event – brought a massive 29-pound, 2-ounce five-bass limit to the scale Thursday to vault to the top of the leaderboard after Day One of the FLW Tour at Sam…
THLIVEROS, HOLLOWELL AND PANGRAC TO JOIN “FLW LIVE” AS ANALYSTS FOR 2019 FLW TOUR SEASON
Courtesy of FLW Communications
MINNEAPOLIS (Jan. 8, 2019) – Fishing League Worldwide (FLW) the world’s largest tournament organization, announced today three additions to the “FLW Live” coverage team for the 2019 FLW Tour season – veteran FLW Tour pros Peter Thliveros and Todd Hollowell, as well as internet talk show personality Matt Pangrac. Thliveros and Hollowell will step off the front of…
B.A.S.S. announces angler-motivated rules changes
Courtesy of BASS Communications
The original plan for the 2019 Bassmaster Elite Series was to fish the first two days of every tournament with a full field of 75 pros before cutting to 20 during the semifinal round and 10 for the final round.
But the anglers asked for a change — and their request has been granted.
Instead of having only 20 anglers take part in the semifinal round, that…
EVINRUDE EXTENDS FLW SPONSORSHIP, NAMED PRESENTING SPONSOR FOR FIVE FLW EVENTS IN 2019
Courtesy of FLW Communications
MINNEAPOLIS (Jan. 8, 2018) – Fishing League Worldwide (FLW), the world’s largest tournament-fishing organization, announced today a sponsorship renewal with Evinrude for the 2019 season, marking the 18th year the brands have aligned. The agreement ensures that Evinrude and its premier lineup of outboard engines will be showcased across all FLW tournament circuits…
No ‘I’ in Team
The Team Tournament Blog by Luke Estel is brought to you courtesy of Strike King Lure Company
As tournament fishermen, we all have big dreams of making it big. Or do we?
There was a time that I thought that I would bust into the Elites and make it big. Not anymore.
In fact, right now in my life, that is the furthest thing from my mind. Let’s face it, would you leave…
Howell takes ABA Win on Lake Seminole with over 27 pounds
Courtesy of American Bass Anglers
David Howell from Bainbridge, Ga. is one step closer to the Bass Pro Shops American Fishing Tour National Championship with a first place win in the Seminole Division 114 bass tournament held on Lake Seminole January 6, 2019. David’s limit weighed in at 27.85-pounds. Big Bass was awarded to Andrew Whitaker for catching a 7.71-lb largemouth.
These anglers…
Texas Team Trail Kicks Off in 4 Weeks! Register Today!
Strike King’s Hanselman Claims First Costa of 2019
Courtesy of FLW Fishing
Ray Hanselman earns Fifth Career Win in Costa FLW Series competition – Ties for Most All-Time – Takes Home $36,751
DEL RIO, Texas (Jan. 5, 2019) – Local pro Ray Hanselman of Del Rio,brought five bass weighing 12 pounds, 1 ounce, to the scale Saturday to win the 2019 season-opening Costa FLW Series at Lake Amistad presented by Ranger Boats. The…
Hanselman Leads Day 1 of Amistad Costa Series by almost 9 pounds!
Courtesy of FLWFishing.com
January 4, 2019
Suffice it to say that Ray Hanselman’s plan definitely came together – just a little earlier than he anticipated. The Del Rio, Texas, pro’s not griping, of course, as his limit catch of 25 pounds, 15 ounces leads by a wide margin at the Costa FLW Series Southwestern Division event presented by Ranger on Lake Amistad.
Complete results
Tournament…
Charlie Evans adds Bass Pro Shops
Courtesy of Charlie Evans Fishing
FLW Tour angler Charlie Evans and Bass Pro Shops have entered into an agreement for the 2019 season in which Bass Pro Shops will share top billing with Paw Patrol on Evans’ jersey, Toyota Tundra and Ranger Z520L.
Following a 28 year career with FLW Outdoors Evans began his second career in 2011 as a pro angler with the intention of promoting the sport that…
New Years Fishing Resolutions – What are you Wanting to Improve?
Story & Photo Courtesy of Luke Estel
Another year, another fishing season.
I myself have made some New Year resolutions. My wife has made some for me also.
Her number one resolution for me is to start being more romantic. Apparently I lack in that department. I told her I would try, but no guarantees.
Every year people try to do something different or change something that they did…
SAM RAYBURN RESERVOIR READIES TO KICKOFF 24TH FLW TOUR SEASON
High Water Levels and Wintertime Temperatures to Keep Pros Guessing at Tournament presented by Polaris
BROOKELAND, Texas (Dec. 27, 2018) – Fishing League Worldwide (FLW), the world’s largest tournament fishing organization, is set to launch the 2019 FLW Tour season – the 24thseason of the competitive Tour – Jan. 10-13, with the FLW Tour at Sam Rayburn Reservoir presented by Polaris.…
“Taking my Talents to the Front of the Boat” – From Co to Pro – The Joel Willert Blog
In the 2018 season, I fished all 7 events on the FLW Tour as a co-angler. My ultimate goal was to cash checks and try to finish the year in the top 10 co-angler of the year standings to qualify to fish the tour in 2019 as a pro. I didn’t really know if I would have the funds to make the jump, but I was hoping to cash enough checks to help me make the move.
After the first couple…
Lake Amistad to Host 2019 Costa FLW Series Season Opener Presented by Ranger Boats
DEL RIO, Texas (Dec. 20, 2018) – The 2019 Costa Fishing League Worldwide (FLW) Series tournament season is set to open at Lake Amistad, Jan. 3-5, with the Costa FLW Series at Lake Amistad presented by Ranger Boats. Hosted by the Del Rio Chamber of Commerce, the three-day Southwestern Division tournament will feature as many as 300 regional bass-fishing anglers and a top prize of up to $90,000,…
MLF Bass Pro Tour taps Raleigh, N.C., lakes for March 2019 destination
TULSA, Okla. (Dec. 20, 2018) - Major League Fishing today announced that Raleigh, N.C., is the third destination for the 2019 Bass Pro Tour, and that three prolific nearby lakes will be used over the course of the event's March 26-31 competition dates.
Falls Lake, Shearon Harris Reservoir and Jordan Lake are the waters to share in the prestige of hosting bass fishing's newest and highest…
Minn Kota, Humminbird And Talon Sign Multiyear Agreements To Become Premier Sponsors Of B.A.S.S.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Dec. 17, 2018
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — Johnson Outdoors, one of the most innovative companies in the fishing and boating industries, has expanded its sponsorship of B.A.S.S. events, including the Bassmaster Classic and Bassmaster Elite Series.
Under the multiyear agreement announced today, three of Johnson Outdoors’ most powerful brands — Minn Kota, Humminbird and…
HARMONY HIGH SCHOOL WINS BASS PRO SHOPS FLW HIGH SCHOOL FISHING LAKE OKEECHOBEE OPEN
CLEWISTON, Fla. (Dec. 17, 2018) – The Harmony High School duo of Grady Johnson and Dawson Turner, both of St. Cloud, Florida, brought a five-bass limit to the scale Saturday weighing 20 pounds, 1 ounce to win the 2018 Bass Pro Shops FLW High School Fishing Lake Okeechobee Open.
A field of 26 teams competed in the no-entry fee tournament, which launched from Roland and Mary Ann Martins Marina…
Bass Pro Shops Title Sponsor of American Bass Anglers
Athens, AL (December 13, 2018) - Bass Pro Shops and American Bass Anglers announced today a multiyear partnership to provide more avenues for weekend anglers across the country. Bass Pro Shops will become the Title Sponsor of American Bass Anglers and will support a new 150hp bass tournament trail. As North America’s premier outdoor and conservation company, Bass Pro Shops is a recognized leader…
Rookie Blog – Hunter Freeman – I’m Ready to Get Going!
Photos Courtesy of Jason Duran & FLW
Looking back on last season the FLW Cup was a fun event for me. It was really tough fishing and the weights showed it. I admit it wasn’t the finish I wanted. Going into the Cup everybody said before I left home, you’re not expected to do anything. It was kind of like do your best. That lit a fire under me, and I looked to it as a way to show out.…
GEORGIA STUDENT ANGLERS WINS BASS PRO SHOPS FLW HIGH SCHOOL FISHING LAKE SEMINOLE OPEN
BAINBRIDGE, Ga. (Dec. 10, 2018) – The Georgia Student Anglers duo of Jackson Conley of Bainbridge, Georgia, and Brunson Fain of Donalsonville, Georgia, brought a five-bass limit to the scale Saturday weighing 17 pounds, 3 ounces to win the 2018 Bass Pro Shops FLW High School Fishing Lake Seminole Open presented by Berkley.
According to post-tournament reports, the duo caught their fish in the…
McKendree University Takes Over the Top Spot Heading into Winter Break
Bass Pro Shops School of the Year presented by Abu Garcia Releases the Latest Rankings
The fall tournament season has concluded, and results are final for the remaining events of the semester. In the most recent update to the Bass Pro Shops School of the Year presented by Abu Garcia, a major shakeup has occurred toward the top of the standings. Adrian College no longer sits in the number one…
COVERCRAFT® Announces Title Sponsorship of Bradley Roy
PAULS VALLEY, OK – November 30, 2018 – Today Covercraft announced a title sponsorship of Major League FishingTMprofessional angler Bradley Roy. A three-time Bassmaster ClassicTMqualifier, the Lancaster, KY resident is currently 10th in BassFan’s world rankings.
“We are thrilled to become Bradley Roy’s title sponsor,” said Covercraft Director of Marketing Jeff Jegelewicz. “Not only is he a…
Major League Fishing Bass Pro Tour Announces Inaugural Event Top Competitive Bass Fishing League Selects Kissimmee, Fla., to Kick Off Season
TULSA, Okla. (Dec. 3, 2018) - Major League Fishing officials announced today that the MLF Bass Pro Tour will head next month to Kissimmee, Fla., to kick off its inaugural season. Though the majority of the Jan. 29 - Feb. 3 action will take place on historic Lake Toho, the championship round will be held on another nearby body of water out of respect for the Fishing League Worldwide (FLW)…
Bass Pro Shops Becomes Title Sponsor of Collegiate Bass Fishing Series and School of Year Program
SAN ANTONIO, TX (November 28, 2018) — The Association of Collegiate Anglers and the Collegiate Bass Fishing Series are proud to announce their new partnership with Bass Pro Shops. Under the agreement, Bass Pros Shops will become the title sponsor of the Collegiate Bass Fishing Series, as well as the title sponsor of the Big Bass Bash presented by Berkley event and the prestigious School…
FISHING LEAGUE WORLDWIDE ANNOUNCES 2019 FLW TOUR ANGLER ROSTER
MINNEAPOLIS (Nov. 26, 2018) – Fishing League Worldwide (FLW), the world’s largest tournament-fishing organization, announced today the complete professional angler roster for the upcoming 2019 FLW Tour season, the 24th season of the FLW Tour. The field will be showcased along the 2019 FLW Tour, which features seven regular-season tournaments around the country with competition kicking off at Sam…
TRUMANN HIGH SCHOOL WINS BASS PRO SHOPS FLW HIGH SCHOOL FISHING LAKE HAMILTON OPEN
HOT SPRINGS, Ark. (Nov. 19, 2018) – The Trumann High School duo of Jay Morgan and Jackson Darr, both of Trumann, Arkansas, brought a five-bass limit to the scale Saturday weighing 15 pounds, 8 ounces to win the 2018 Bass Pro Shops FLW High School Fishing Lake Hamilton Open by a near 5-pound margin.
According to post-tournament reports, the Wildcat duo caught their fish flipping a jig and…
FLW ANNOUNCES EXPANDED FLW LIVE COVERAGE ACROSS MULTIPLE CIRCUITS FOR 2019
MINNEAPOLIS (Nov. 15, 2018) – Fishing League Worldwide (FLW), the world’s largest tournament-fishing organization announced today a greatly expanded FLW Live schedule for the 2019 season as part of its commitment to growing the sport of tournament bass fishing and bringing more publicity to the anglers who fish its circuits. Fans will now be able to watch more than 700 hours of live coverage in…
KENTUCKY’S CORN WINS T-H MARINE FLW BASS FISHING LEAGUE WILD CARD TOURNAMENT ON OLD HICKORY LAKE
Gustafson Grabs Co-angler Title
GALLATIN, Tenn. (Nov. 12, 2018) – Boater Toby Corn of Calvert City, Kentucky, caught a two-day cumulative total of seven bass weighing 21 pounds, 2 ounces, to win the T-H Marine FLW Bass Fishing League (BFL) Wild Card tournament on Old Hickory Lake. For his efforts, Corn one of the final berths into the 2019 BFL All-American Championship.
The BFL Wild Card…
“Negative Ghostrider, The Calendar is Full!”
Jason Duran
This time of year, you are probably looking at your calendar and trying to find some time off to spend with family over the holidays.
You may be looking to try to join a Black Friday tournament or just sneak off in the woods for a little hunting.
If you are anything like me, you have other people always adding things to your calendar that you have to attend.
If you…
