SAN ANTONIO, TX (April 25, 2025) – The Association of Collegiate Anglers is excited to announce a continued strategic relationship with Garmin®, the premier marine electronics manufacturer in the industry. Known for revolutionary products like LiveScope™ live-scanning sonar and the Force® Trolling Motor, Garmin has been a proud supporter of collegiate bass fishing since its inception.

Garmin’s support of the ACA and its events will include continued support via the college angler discount program, Garmin Tournament Rewards, and support at events to include the 20th Collegiate Bass Fishing Championship presented by Bass Pro Shops to be contested at Lake Hartwell in May 2025.

“The ACA is currently in its 20^th season, and it’s been great to have Garmin as a supporter of the national college fishing tournament trail, and student anglers, since the very beginning,” explained Wade Middleton, Director of the ACA and President of CarecoTV. “As young anglers looking to launch their careers, these fishermen and women are constantly learning to utilize the latest and greatest technologies from Garmin to help them catch more fish. This continued support from Garmin will provide college anglers with the opportunity to pursue their goals at the highest level in the sport.”

 “With the continued growth of collegiate fishing, we are proud to partner with the Association of Collegiate Anglers in support of their ongoing efforts to advance the sport at the university level. Their dedication to supporting student anglers and fishing clubs nationwide is laying a strong foundation for the future of our industry, and we are proud to stand behind this platform that gives these young athletes the opportunity to compete, learn and lead the future of fishing,” said Dave Dunn with Garmin.

Garmin supports the ACA and collegiate anglers in a multitude of different ways. One of those avenues is through the premier discount program that Garmin offers to all college anglers. This program allows anglers to purchase products at a discounted rate, thus upgrading their gear and making them better anglers. To find out more about the discount opportunities and apply to receive a code, click here.

New for this year, Garmin Tournament Rewards pays out $1,000 total for the two different contingency bonuses: Exclusive Electonics Reward, and Force Trolling Motor Reward. The Exclusive Electronics Reward awards $500 to the top placing angler who competes from a boat equipped exclusively with mounted Garmin marine electronics. For the Force Trolling Motor Reward, a reward of $500 is given to the top placing angler at the event with a Garmin Force Trolling Motor installed.