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Texas Youth Achieves Triple Lake Record in Single Day

March 25, 2025 | 🪝 Fishing News | Baitshop Rob

A 12-year-old angler from Crawford, Texas, Kenton Mabry, achieved an extraordinary feat on March 11, setting three lake fishing records in a single day at Tradinghouse Creek Reservoir near Waco. Accompanied by his father, Brad, Kenton launched their bass boat …

Heisman’s Hidden Passion: The Lure of Bass Fishing

March 24, 2025 | 🪝 Baitshop Life | Baitshop Kevin

Travis Hunter, the University of Colorado’s standout athlete and 2024 Heisman Trophy recipient, possesses a talent that extends beyond the football field. While dominating as both a wide receiver and cornerback, Hunter’s true passion lies in the pursuit of largemouth …

Gulf Giant: A 265.5-Pound Yellowfin Sets New Standard

March 24, 2025 | 🪝 Fishing News | Baitshop Kevin

Venice, Louisiana, a renowned yellowfin tuna destination, witnessed a historic catch on March 7th. A group of anglers, guided by Captain Matt Moranda of The Mexican Gulf Fishing Company aboard the “Wild Bill,” landed a 265.5-pound yellowfin, the largest ever …

NPFL Shatters Viewership Records with Santee Cooper Event

March 23, 2025 | 🪝 Fishing News | Baitshop Brandy

The National Professional Fishing League (NPFL) has set new benchmarks in online viewership with the Strike King NPFL Stop 1 at Santee Cooper Lakes. Hosted by Clarendon County Tourism from March 7-9, the event broke every audience record in NPFL …

New Spotted Bass Record Set at Lake Hartwell During MLF Invitational

March 20, 2025 | 🪝 Fishing News | Baitshop Sarah

A new Lake Hartwell spotted bass record was set during the Major League Fishing (MLF) Invitational, with a massive 6.25-lb. bass caught by pro angler Chad Mrazek from Texas on March 16. The record-breaking fish not only earned Mrazek recognition …

Deep-Sea Fisherman Reels in One of the Strangest Fish Ever Caught

March 16, 2025 | 🪝 Fishing News | Baitshop Garrett

Some creatures from the deep seem more suited for a sci-fi horror movie than the ocean. A fisherman recently hauled in one of the strangest-looking fish ever seen, sparking fascination—and a fair share of nightmares—across the internet. Russian trawlerman Roman …

Massachusetts Teen Lands State-Record Largemouth Bass Through the Ice

March 16, 2025 | 🪝 Fishing News | Baitshop Kelly

After spending nearly 300 days on the water last year, 13-year-old Kyler Leslie was more prepared than most to reel in a record-breaking largemouth bass through the ice. On February 23, Leslie landed a massive 7.71-pound, 25-inch-long bass in Massachusetts, …

Rare Colorado Cutthroat Trout Making a Strong Comeback

March 6, 2025 | 🪝 Fishing News | Baitshop Brandy

One of the country’s rarest trout subspecies is experiencing a remarkable resurgence in southeastern Colorado. The Hayden Creek cutthroat trout, once nearly wiped out by wildfire in 2016, has been rediscovered thriving in its native waters. This unique cutthroat trout, …

Young Angler Sets St. Marys River Bowfin Record

March 5, 2025 | 🪝 Fishing News | Baitshop Sarah

A piece of cut bream fished on the bottom led to a record-setting bowfin catch for Colt James on the St. Marys River. On Feb. 22, Colt James of Waycross landed a 6-lb., 7.68-oz. bowfin while fishing with his father. …

Burbot: The Misunderstood Predator of the Ice Belt

March 5, 2025 | 🪝 Fishing News | Baitshop Sarah

Ling cod, eelpout, lota, and lawyer—these are all names for one of the Ice Belt’s most misunderstood fish: the burbot. With an elongated body resembling a cross between a catfish, an eel, and a salamander, the burbot stands out. A …