BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — B.A.S.S. announced today that the 2026 Yamaha Bassmaster Redfish Cup Championship presented by Skeeter will return to Port Aransas, Texas, Nov. 6-8, bringing the nation’s premier inshore anglers back to one of the country’s most celebrated redfish fisheries. Hosted by Port Aransas Fisherman’s Wharf, the three-day championship will feature daily takeoffs at […]
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AFTCO Partners with B.A.S.S. Nation on Seven Conservation Grants in 2026
The seven grant recipients selected for 2026 are: All projects are locally coordinated by B.A.S.S Nation state chapters and clubs, government fishery agencies, local businesses and volunteers — including youth organizations — who contribute labor for the projects. “We are impressed by the projects that this year’s grant recipients have taken on to improve fishing […]
Bassmaster unveils 2026 100 Best Bass Lakes rankings, celebrating America’s greatest fisheries during America250
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — As the United States celebrates its 250th birthday, Bassmaster Magazine is honoring one of America’s greatest public treasures, its world-class bass fisheries. Today, the publication releases its annual 100 Best Bass Lakes rankings, showcasing the nation’s premier destinations for largemouth, smallmouth and spotted bass fishing from coast to coast. This year’s rankings embrace the spirit of America250, highlighting the […]
Harlin’s adaptation yields redemptive win in Bassmaster Open at Upper Mississippi River
LA CROSSE, Wis. — Redemption came in a most unexpected manner for Michael Harlin, who overtook a local legend to win the Turtlebox Bassmaster Open at Upper Mississippi River presented by Battery Tender. After placing 68th on Day 1 with 12-3, the pro from Osage Beach, Mo., added a second-round limit of 17-11 and rose […]
Monsoor grinds through slow day to maintain Bassmaster Open lead at Upper Mississippi River
LA CROSSE, Wis. — Usually, missing your daily limit means a lead lost, but not for Tom Monsoor. The La Crosse pro’s Day 2 bag held only four keepers, but that 12 pound, 1 ounce total gave him just enough to retain the lead at the Turtlebox Bassmaster Open at Upper Mississippi River presented by […]
Monsoor intercepts transitioning fish for Bassmaster Open lead at Upper Mississippi River
LA CROSSE, Wis. — Tom Monsoor’s fish aren’t where they’re gonna be, but they’re on the way. Intercepting them en route delivered a Day 1 limit of 19 pounds, 6 ounces, which leads the Turtlebox Bassmaster Open at Upper Mississippi River presented by Battery Tender. “The (bass) just got done eating the bedding sunfish,” said Monsoor, the […]
B.A.S.S., Pro Football Hall of Fame announce landmark partnership, Celebrity Pro-Am Tournament on St. Lawrence River
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — B.A.S.S. and the Pro Football Hall of Fame announced today a landmark partnership that will bring together two of America’s most passionate sports communities for a unique celebration of competition, camaraderie and outdoor recreation. The organizations will host the inaugural Bassmaster Randy Moss Pro Football Hall of Fame Pro-Am on Monday, Aug. 31, 2026, on the […]
Tough transitional season facing Bassmaster Open at Upper Mississippi River
LA CROSSE, Wis. — Progressive Bassmaster Elite Series pro Jay Przekurat believes current levels will bear a determining impact on the Turtlebox Bassmaster Open at Upper Mississippi River presented by Battery Tender. It’s a tough time of year, but this habitat-rich fishery has a knack for cranking out good bags, so the Wisconsin native holds […]
One dock, one new trick carry Christie to victory at Pasquotank River/Albemarle Sound
ELIZABETH CITY, N.C. — At no point did Jason Christie think he was going to win the Maxam Bassmaster Elite Series at Pasquotank River/Albemarle Sound. That is until he held the trophy over his head. The Dry Creek, Okla., pro caught a four-day total weighing 92 pounds, 7 ounces, outlasting Progressive Bassmaster Elite Series rookie […]
Christie rebounds on Semifinal Saturday to claim lead at Pasquotank River/Albemarle Sound
ELIZABETH CITY, N.C. — Jason Christie can’t believe he is leading the 2026 Maxam Tire Bassmaster Elite at Pasquotank River/Albemarle Sound. The nine-time B.A.S.S. champion entered this tournament just trying to get plenty of points to stay inside the Bass Pro Shops Bassmaster Classic presented by Under Armour cutline. Instead, Christie is out in front […]