Best on TourBest on Tour Trivia: Which Angler Holds the Record for the Most Tour-Level Wins in Bass Fishing?
In tournament bass fishing, success is measured not only by individual performances but also by a consistent track record. Today, we explore the careers of four legendary anglers to find out which one holds the record for the most tour-level wins. Our contenders are:
- Roland Martin
- Skeet Reese
- Rick Clunn
- Kevin VanDam
Let’s take a closer look at each of their careers and accomplishments.
Roland Martin
Roland Martin amassed 19 wins on tour out of his 100 top 10s, earning him $1.19 million. His performances consistently placed him on top, and his contributions helped pave the way for modern bass fishing tournaments. According to Bass Fishing Hall of Fame, “Roland Martin was the first professional bass fisherman to be inducted into all three fishing halls of fame: the International Game Fish Association (IGFA) Hall of Fame, the Freshwater Fishing Hall of Fame and the Bass Fishing Hall of Fame.”
Skeet Reese
Skeet Reese is recognized for his tenacity and competitive spirit. With 11 tour-level wins to his name, Reese has proven himself capable of rising to the occasion in challenging tournament settings. His aggressive tactics and quick decision-making have made him a regular presence in top 10s (80 of them to be exact), earning him a loyal following among fans of the sport and $3.6 million in winnings. Reese is the most recent BFHOF inductee in this list.
Rick Clunn
Rick Clunn had an amazing 50 year professional bass fishing career (a record in itself!). He had 128 top 10s (another record) and an incredible 18 tour-level wins. 4 of those wins were Bassmaster Classic titles (tied for the most ever), and Clunn was the first to win back-to-back Classics in 1976 and 1977. All these accomplishments totaled him over $3.2 million in earnings. It’s hard to condense Rick Clunn’s accomplishments in a few sentences, read more here.
Kevin VanDam
Kevin VanDam was a dominant force on the bass fishing tour. With 29 tour-level wins, he has set a benchmark in the sport. Beyond his win total, KVD’s career earnings exceeded $7 million with 121 top 10s, underscoring his consistent performance over the years. Many of you probably guessed this one, Kevin VanDam holds the record for the most tour-level wins in bass fishing!
He is also tied with Rick Clunn for most Bassmaster Classic wins at 4. Watch those here:
2001 Classic – Louisiana Delta, LA
2005 Classic – Three Rivers, PA
2010 Classic – Lay Lake, AL
2011 Classic – Louisiana Delta, LA
The Verdict
After reviewing the impressive statistics and accomplishments of these four anglers, the record for the most tour-level wins in bass fishing tournament history clearly belongs to Kevin VanDam with 29 wins.
This achievement not only highlights VanDam’s exceptional skill and competitive drive but also sets a high standard for excellence on tour.
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Earnings, wins, and top 10 stats from BassFan.