Staying positive about the FFS rule changes
When Bassmaster announced the move to a 50/50 forward-facing sonar (FFS) schedule, I will be honest: at first I was not thrilled. Like many anglers, I have built my career...
Daily Limit: Wagner’s EQ win sends Crews to 14th Classic
John Crews knows one good turn deserves another, so he has a nice surprise for Emil Wagner after the Elite rookie’s victory sent Crews to the Classic. Intently watching from...
One of my favorite times of the year
We’re not too far from one of my favorite times of the year, but we’re not there yet. I’m talking about fall in Oklahoma, and my gut tells me it...
FFS and the 2026 Elite Series schedule
In this day and age of professional bass fishing, the overwhelming topic is how forward-facing sonar (FFS) has transformed our sport. Many fans rail against FFS on social media, while...
You’ve got to stay hungry
The Progressive Bassmaster Elite Series is just about done with its 20th year of competition, and those two decades have gone by in a flash. I can still vividly picture...
Queen disqualified from Mississippi River Elite
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — B.A.S.S. officials announced today that KJ Queen has been disqualified from the 2025 Pro-Guide Batteries Bassmaster Elite at Mississippi River event and fined after failing a screening credibility...
B.A.S.S. meets us in the middle
I’m thankful that B.A.S.S. divided the 2026 Progressive Bassmaster Elite Series schedule into five events that allow forward-facing sonar (FFS) and four that do not. They never could have pleased...
Big bass of 2025 Elite Series
Dreams of big bass turned into reality with monster bags, Century Club belts and the heaviest fish in decade.
My Finest Hour: Palaniuk foretells St. Lawrence 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. Here’s an example from Brandon Palaniuk.
