Setting the momentum
Alton JonesEven at this stage in my career, there’s still a feeling of anxiety for the first event of a new season. Momentum in our sport is a very powerful thing...
How I will fish Cherokee
Brandon LesterThis week we start the 2017 Elite Series on Cherokee Lake in my home state of Tennessee. This lake is roughly 4 hours from my house so I don’t have...
Cherokee Elite: Being there
Don Barone“I’ve looked under chairs…” Dateline: Cherokee Lake…Elite No. 1 2017 “I like to watch.”Chance The GardnerBeing There (1979) So, I’m cold turkeying bacon and donuts. I look bad enough for...
I love fishing, but I love anglers and fans too
Aaron MartensThe first tournament of the year is right around the corner. Everyone is asking me if I’m ready, but I haven’t really been home in four of the last five...
Wiggins enjoying his new office
Pete RobbinsIn an age where most Opens-level anglers, many college anglers and even some high school kids are used to running current year boats with every bell and whistle known to...
Plastics for spring
Greg VinsonAs we get ready for spring we need to start thinking about the changing conditions we will face. At the top of the list is water temperature. We all know...
Mental toughness separates winners and losers
Kevin VanDamWe have an epic Super Bowl coming this weekend that pits two great teams – the best offense against the best defense in the NFL. I really expect a great...
Coming full circle at Cherokee
Brandon CardThe first Elite Series tournament this year at Cherokee Lake will be a homecoming for me on several levels. I grew up in Caryville, a small east Tennessee town that...
Fishing in your comfort zone
Bill LowenStaying within your comfort zone is probably the best advice an angler will ever receive. Given a choice I’d always rather fish shallow. It’s what I do, where I feel...
Big baits and injuries
Jason ChristieI haven’t been in fishing as long as some, but in the 25 years I’ve been at it, I’ve seen a lot of changes. One of the biggest changes has...
