Ranking states
James HallDid you know that the best city for being a witch is New York, closely followed by Los Angeles? I’m not sure what sort of data went into creating this...
If it’s meant to be, it will be
Joey NaniaWinning the St. Croix Bassmaster Open at Lake Eufaula in Oklahoma is nothing but a blessing to my family in many ways. The whole thing was just incredible. The coolest...
An act of deflation
James HallHave you ever had the chance to look at the very first issue of Bassmaster Magazine? Many of you may be nodding your head to the affirmative, as B.A.S.S. members...
Counting to five
Bryan BrasherThe best tournament anglers in the world make mistakes during every event they fish. In 220 tournaments over two decades, veteran Virginia pro John Crews admits he’s made plenty. So...
Father’s Day blessings
Bobby LaneI’m dictating this column on Father’s Day. I’m on the second leg of a 19-hour drive home to Florida after fishing the Bassmaster Opens EQ tournament at Oklahoma’s Lake Eufaula....
Enjoying time at home
Scott MartinOur summer break gives us nearly two months between Bassmaster Elite Series events, so I’m enjoying my time at home. It’s always nice to be close to family, but this...
Froggin’ without grass
Chris ZaldainWe are well into summer and, in most parts of the country, the water temperature has climbed above 75 degrees. That tells me it’s froggin’ season. Most people reserve weedless...
Make tough tournaments work in your favor
Gary ClouseSome tournament anglers like slugfests. You know, where the fish are biting everywhere and everyone is catching them. That’s great when I’m fishing for fun, but not my preference in...
The perfect ‘Gussy’
Bryan BrasherWhen the old guard surrendered their spots on the Bassmaster Elite Series in 2019, they made way for the new stars of pro bass fishing. They also made way for...
June is topwater time
Michael IaconelliIf you love a topwater bite, there’s no better time to be fishing than right now. Topwater baits also do well in the fall when bass go on the feed, but you absolutely can’t beat the postspawn to...