Forward-facing sonar and wary fish
Gary ClouseLet me begin by saying I’m not a forward-facing sonar expert, and there are other Bassmaster Elite Series pros better with it than I am. But I have had some...
Going on a run
Louis MonettiFirst and foremost, I’d like to congratulate Easton Fothergill and Nick Dumke on their Bassmaster College Series Team of the Year title for 2023. It’s an amazing accomplishment and those...
Talking turkey in Texas
Brandon PalaniukIn recent years Yamaha has held an annual “Turkey Bass Smash” in Texas, a good natured but fiercely competitive event that combines fishing and hunting in a made-for-TV product. Veteran...
Ready for redemption
Lee LivesayI’ll admit, I was disappointed with my last two Elite tournaments. After starting the season with three top 20s, including the Classic and a top 30 finish, I was off...
Winning on Wheeler Lake
Adam RasmussenBefore the 2023 St. Croix Bassmaster Opens season started, my travel partner, Jamie Bruce, had me on his podcast called “Get the Net.” He asked me at the end of...
A special win on the home pond
Will Davis Jr.Winning the Whataburger Bassmaster Elite at Lay Lake means the world to me. To do it in front of my home crowd, my family and the anglers who fish tournaments...
Taking advantage of local knowledge
William KempBy winning the St. Croix Rods Bassmaster Open at Buggs Island, I will get to live my dream and fish the 2024 Academy Sports + Outdoors Bassmaster Classic presented by...
Sometimes fishin’ just sucks
Greg HackneyTournament fishing can be a double-edged sword. When it’s good, it’s peaceful and relaxing. But when things go south, it can turn into an animal that will kill your soul....
Thank you for the gracious welcome
Kyoya FujitaAfter five Bassmaster Elite Series tournaments, and nine Bassmaster events overall, I am thrilled to be here. I have been very humbled by the incredible welcome that I’ve received from...
