Woo Daves Wins it!
Day One, July 20th:
South Carolina Pro Carl Maxfield has taken the early lead with a five - bass limit weighing 10 pounds, 1 ounce. The race is close. How will he stay on top?
The leaders of the pack hint at what they're doing. Here is what they said.
For its tireless efforts to promote youth participation and resource conservation through fishing, the B.A.S.S. State Federation of the Year is...
Here is the complete run-down of statistics for the first full day of competition.
Jamie Rappaport Clark, director of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, spoke to an audience of hundreds at the Classic today. Here's what she said.
Day Two, July 21st:
The leader board was shuffled today, with only one of the original five contenders remaining at the top. The wind and tough summer conditions combined to keep the weights down, and the competition tight.
Top Five Reveal Clues to Their Patterns
The front runners of the Classic granted interviews to the press. Here is what they said.
Here is the complete run-down of statistics for the second full day of competition.
10 finalists competed for $20,000 in college scholarships and prizes in the CastingKids Competion. Find out who the winners are inside.
Day Three, July 22nd:
25-year veteran Woo Daves took the trophy of the most prestigious bass fishing tournament circuit in the country today. But it was a very close race...
Intereviews with the top winners and exclusive photos are what you will find in this article.
Here is what the top contenders did to battle their way to the head of the class.
Here is the complete, final run-down of statistics for the Bass Masters Classic.
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One of the festivities preceding the Classic competition is the Kids Klassic, where many kids are introduced to the sport of fishing. Read about this fun event inside.
When the Classic is over, the world will be aware of the quality bass fishery they have in Chicago. Here's a quick overview.
The pros aren't revealing much prior to the competition. But when pressed, they gave some insight into their prospects of taking the Classic Crown. Here's what they said.
Excitement is building in Chicago as we draw closer the 2000 BASS Masters Classic. Find out about the weigh-ins, trade shows and more inside.
B.A.S.S. Masters Classic World Championship Begins
46 Classic contenders will be fishing for a $100,000 top prize and the most important title in the sport of bass fishing as they invade Chicago.
Trivia and tibits from past Classic events, plus information on this year's event.
Classic fishing fans can collect a boatload of tips on catching bass and towing their boats from Roland Martin, Jimmy Houston, and David Fritts.
Who would want four scratched-up and well-worn rod and reel combos? If you're an avid bass fan you would!
The B.A.S.S. media classic was a hit with contenders and celebrities alike as anglers caught limits of bass. The event, which was designed to build awareness for the "Super Bowl of Sportfishing," coincided with the contenders' final practice day until Classic week. Here are all the details.
When Tim Horton won the Angler-Of-The-Year title in his rookie year, it stunned the world. Now he plans on further shocking the bass world by winning the most important title in the sport.
Western Pros Make Competitive Presence Felt
n the few short years of its existence, the Western division pros have certainly won the attention of fishing media and fans. Now five talented anglers from the West are poised to take the Classic Crown.
The competition at the Bass Masters Classic is not just between the top anglers of the world. Find out who else is competing inside.