My preseason preparation
The new year is starting out pretty busy for me, so I’m glad we enjoyed a nice, quiet holiday season. Things are only gonna get busier, so having some time...
Rapala Bassmaster Fantasy Fishing 2025 is now open!
The 2025 Bassmaster Elite Series season is right around the corner, which means it’s time for a new season of Rapala Bassmaster Fantasy Fishing as well as Falcon Rods Drain...
My Finest Hour: Persistence and adjustment leads Palmer to victory
While Bassmaster Elite pros strive for excellence throughout each event, the right combination of variables occasionally align to create the opportunity for superlative performance. Success hinges on seizing the moment, rising to the occasion and turning in a truly memorable performance. Here’s an example from Oklahoma pro Luke Palmer.
20 innovations from 20 Elite seasons
As the 20th season of the Bassmaster Elite Series takes off in 2025, look back at fishing tackle and other innovations showcased by the Elite pros.
Never taking the easy way out
For me, 2024 has been an interesting year. It started out rough at the first couple of events, then I got focused and fished my way to cash five good checks...
Do your own thing
When I was young, I read many articles about the right and wrong ways to catch bass. Sometimes I had success doing things that were supposed be wrong. As I...
Getting involved and getting ready for the season
I graduated from Murray State University with a degree in Fisheries Biology. I loved to fish and the reason I went to the school is largely because I could be...
Take advantage of the winter jerkbait bite
A lot of people think a suspending jerkbait is just an early spring, prespawn lure. Nowadays, especially with forward-facing sonar, it’s a year-round bait. Some of the best jerkbait days...
2024 BASSYS: Best On-Stage Interview Winner
The 2024 BASSY for Best On-Stage Interview goes to Gerald Swindle. This moment between Swindle and Adian was very special and we are thankful to witness it. Shoutout to Buddy...
Our Christmas activities
Christmas time is always a fun time for my family. With three of our four children living away from home, we try to make sure we’re able to spend as...
