Bass fishing fans, it’s time to set your reminders—BEST ON TOUR THIS WEEK is here to deliver the fastest, sharpest rundown of everything happening in the world of professional bass fishing!
Presented by Best On Tour, this brand-new weekly YouTube show is hosted by two of the most well-connected insiders in the game: BTL’s Matt Pangrac and industry veteran Dave Rush. Whether it’s the latest tournament results, industry shakeups, or behind-the-scenes stories you won’t hear anywhere else, these guys break it all down every Tuesday morning in a no-nonsense, unbiased format.
This is the must-watch show for anglers who want to stay ahead of the curve. No fluff. No filler. Just hard-hitting analysis, key insights, and expert takes on everything happening in pro bass fishing.
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Episode #1
The debut episode of BEST ON TOUR THIS WEEK wasted no time getting straight into the biggest stories in professional bass fishing.
Brandon Palaniuk’s Dominant Win on Okeechobee
The biggest headline of the week? Brandon Palaniuk returned to the winner’s circle in dominating fashion, crushing the competition at Lake Okeechobee with a five-fish total of 95 pounds, 4 ounces. His impressive 16-pound margin of victory came through a mix of jerkbaits and deep crankbaits, proving once again why he’s one of the most dangerous anglers on the water.
Off the water, Palaniuk also made headlines by officially signing with Team Toyota, a full-circle moment after purchasing his first used Toyota Tundra in 2008. This move solidifies his position as one of the sport’s most marketable figures.
AOY Race Heats Up After Two Elite Series Events
With two Bassmaster Elite Series events in the books, John Garrett leads the Angler of the Year standings with 204 points, followed closely by John Cox and rising star David Gaston. Cox’s Florida dominance continues, but the season is still wide open with plenty of events left to shake things up.
Bassmaster Disqualifications Shake Up the Industry
The first week of March also delivered some shocking off-the-water news, with two high-profile DQs hitting the Bassmaster Elite Series. Matt Herren was disqualified from the St. Johns River event, while Scott Martin received a DQ at Okeechobee, both due to rule C3-4 violations. Herren responded by making a major career move—leaving the Elites to join the National Professional Fishing League (NPFL). Meanwhile, Martin faces an uphill battle to requalify for the 2026 Elite Series, after earning zero points from the Okeechobee event.
MLF Toyota Series: Brutal Conditions at Lake of the Ozarks
The MLF Toyota Series stop at Lake of the Ozarks saw brutal winter conditions, with a third of the lake frozen on Day 1. Despite the cold, Cole Breeden took home the win with a three-day total of 40 pounds, 13 ounces. His key baits? A floating fly and a mix of Berkley Stunna jerkbaits played a crucial role for seven of the top ten anglers.
The conditions were so tough that over a third of the field blanked for two straight days, marking one of the most grueling events in recent memory. Even the co-angler champion only caught one fish on Day 1 and four on Day 2, proving just how challenging the bite was.
NPFL Kicks Off at Santee Cooper
The National Professional Fishing League (NPFL) is gearing up for its first event of the season on Santee Cooper, a lake known for monster bags this time of year. With Jason Christie, Greg Hackney, and Brandon Cobb joining the NPFL lineup, all eyes are on how these pros will adjust to fishing without forward-facing sonar. Recent local tournament results suggest a 39-pound winning weight is possible, so expect some fireworks in this one.
Bassmaster Opens Division 2: Kentucky Lake Preview
Matt Pangrac reported live from Kentucky Lake, where Division 2 of the Bassmaster Opens is getting underway. Windy conditions could play a major role, making this an event to watch.
Don’t Miss Next Week’s Episode!
With Episode #1 in the books, BEST ON TOUR THIS WEEK has already established itself as the must-watch source for professional bass fishing news. Catch Matt Pangrac and Dave Rush every Tuesday morning on YouTube for the latest updates from the biggest tours in the sport.
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