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From Hardwood to Open Water: Ben Simmons Finds Purpose While Plotting His Next NBA Chapter
Ben Simmons has a team again—just not one playing under bright NBA arena lights. As his professional basketball future remains on pause, the three-time NBA All-Star has quietly shifted part of his focus to another lifelong passion: fishing. The former …
Wyoming Boy Makes Fishing History at Just 12 Years Old
On August 9, 2025, Tucker Bass landed a largemouth bass that weighed just 2 pounds, 4 ounces. To some, that number might seem modest. But in the world of competitive angling, that single fish carried historic weight. The International Game …
Gulf Anglers Rejoice: Lack of Hurricanes Brings Crystal Clear Waters and Fantastic Fishing
The absence of hurricanes and tropical storms in the Gulf of Mexico has brought a welcome surprise for anglers: crystal clear waters and incredible fishing opportunities. After a dry summer and a strong early cold front, the shallow waters west …
Polish Anglers Land Record-Breaking 9.6 Foot Wels Catfish
In a stunning catch, Krzysztof Pyra and Adrian Gontarz, anglers from Poland’s Polish Angling Academy, have landed a massive Wels catfish measuring 292 centimeters (9.6 feet) at Rybnik Reservoir in southern Poland. This incredible catch beats the previous record of …
Invasive Species Alert: Record-Bass in Tennessee Raises Concerns
A Tennessee fishing guide, Caleb Bell, made headlines by catching a state-record Alabama bass, weighing 7 pounds 3 ounces, from Parksville Reservoir in Polk County. However, officials are sounding the alarm because this species is considered invasive and threatens local …
Record-Breaking Murray Cod Sets Upstream Swimming Record for Freshwater Fish
A remarkable Australian freshwater Murray cod has stunned scientists by completing an unprecedented 530-mile journey along a major river system, setting a new record for its species. Named after Olympic champion Ariarne Titmus, the fish traveled mostly upstream before turning …
Maine Largemouth Bass Sets Record
A 7-pound largemouth bass stole the show on a friends’ fishing trip in Maine. Tom Payne and his friends had been fishing the lakes and ponds near Liberty, Maine, for several days. They were targeting big largemouth bass. The Catch …
Record Buffalo: What You Need to Know About This Giant Fish
Smallmouth buffalo are a type of fish that can grow to massive sizes. Recently, a 54-pound, 7-ounce smallmouth buffalo was caught in Texas, setting a 50-pound line-class world record. What is a Buffalo? Buffalo are a group of fish, including …
Fisherman Sets Record on 9/11 Anniversary
Jeff Kolodzinski, known as the “Marathon Man,” set another 24-hour fishing record on September 11 in Spring Lake, Illinois. The final tally was 2,977 fish, breaking his previous record of 2,143 fish. This impressive feat was achieved through dedication and …
Wisconsin’s New Muskie Record Shattered: A 56-Inch Giant
A remarkable catch has been made on Green Bay, Wisconsin, as guide Jeff Van Remortel landed a 56-inch muskie that has set a new state record for catch-and-release fishing. The impressive fish measured 26 inches in girth and was caught …
