California Bass Contenders

(CLICK TO EXPAND) After two tournaments, the AOY race is already heating up — and it’s shaping up exactly how a championship season should. Leading the pack after back-to-back second-place finishes is yours truly, proving that consistency (and good captains) wins early battles. Two events in, two podium finishes, and the top spot in the […]

The California Bass Contenders held its second tournament of the 2026 season at Lower Otay Reservoir under absolutely picture-perfect conditions. Southern California had just experienced some unstable weather leading into the event, but on tournament day, Mother Nature delivered. A cool morning launch gave way to mid-60s temps by afternoon. A few wisps of clouds […]

Last night’s California Bass Contenders meeting was a long one — and for good reason. We had a packed agenda, meaningful discussions, and two tournament partner draws, all while covering important club updates and supporting members during difficult times. Upcoming Tournaments February 21, 2026 – Lower Otay Reservoir March 21–22, 2026 – Lake Havasu (2-Day […]

After one tournament, the Angler of the Year race has officially begun.  Some are peaking early, and some are already in damage control. Will this still be the standings at the end of the year? Not a chance. Click on the image above for the details.

The 2026 CBC season kicked off at Diamond Valley Lake with 24 anglers rolling in ready to start the Angler of the Year chase on the right foot. New year, fresh line, and plenty of confidence were in the air at launch — but nobody was under the illusion that Diamond Valley was going to […]

We’re headed back to Diamond Valley Lake for Saturday’s tournament! It is the first tournament of the year and everyone’s coming in confident, well-rested, and fully convinced this is their year… which means by noon, I’ll be throwing a dropshot wondering why my game plan is already out the window. Let’s meet the teams… some […]

  2025 is officially in the books, and if this year proved anything, it’s that the California Bass Contenders know how to show up, fish hard, and still have a good time—whether the bite was on or not. Between tournaments and meetings, and the dock talk, this season had everything: tough days on the water, […]