My last chance to requalify for the Elites
Beau BrowningNothing in the world of bass fishing is more challenging than attempting to qualify for the Progressive Bassmaster Elite Series. Whether you take on this challenge via the Bassmaster Opens...
What a crazy end to my season
Easton FothergillAugust brought an interesting mix of experiences. Some were good, some were disappointing and some were unpleasant. Thankfully, I trusted the Lord’s plan, and he blessed me with some great...
Hackney: A new approach for next season
Greg HackneyNow that the 2026 Progressive Bassmaster Elite Series season is behind us, it’s time to look forward. But before I do, I gotta give kudos to Trey McKinney for winning...
Three tips for scopin’
John CrewsThe topic of forward-facing sonar — or “scopin’” — has been a hot-button issue for a while now. I’m not going to get on here and debate the benefits or...
Closing out the year the right way
Kyle PatrickWith three events left in the Progressive Bassmaster Elite Series season, I was sitting 80th in the Angler of the Year standings. That’s not where I wanted to be. I’m...
My busy offseason
Cooper GallantAs I drove home to Canada after the final Progressive Bassmaster Elite Series tournament of the season on the St. Lawrence River, I realized I hadn’t been back since Christmas....
The art of closing the deal
Jason ChristieI’m proud that over my career as a professional angler I’ve gained a reputation for being able to close out victories. Some of that is deserved because I’ve won a...
A season of growth
Dakota EbareI’d had a solid career in tournament fishing before joining the Progressive Bassmaster Elite Series last year, but the start of my first season on the Elites was brutal. I...
Big win on a new lure
Evan KungEver since I qualified to fish the Progressive Bassmaster Elite Series through the 2024 Bassmaster Opens, the St. Lawrence River was the event I most looked forward to fishing. My...
Menendez’s 35 seasons
Mark MenendezIt has been an up-and-down season for me this year – my 35th competing in Bassmaster professional level events. I’m writing this on the eve of my last practice day...
