John Murray: The bubba shot

Every year, new techniques are introduced to the bass fishing community. The drop shot, made popular by bass anglers on the West Coast, is a prime example. However, there's a new kid on the block that takes the drop shot to a whole different level.

...rigged on a bubba shot, it gives the bass a different look," says Elite Series pro John Murray

Rain could fall in Game 1 of Series

There could be more soggy weather in the Bronx for Game 1 of the World Series.

2010 Bassmaster Classic Qualifiers

2010 Bassmaster Classic Qualifiers

Toyota Tundra Bassmaster Angler of the Year

After Oneida Lake | August 16, 2009

To largemouth or not to largemouth

Elite anglers face species challenge at foggy first launch

Oneida Lake predictions, forecasts and prognostications

Pundit picks for upcoming tournament

Sweet 17

Taking the time to lock twice may pay off for Steve Kennedy on Day Four

Pros' picks

The Elites take their shot at who will fare well on Kentucky Lake

Kentucky Lake predictions, forecasts and prognostications

Pundit picks for upcoming tournament

Heading into bell lap in the AOY race

If you didn't like the way the Toyota Tundra Bassmaster Angler of the Year race was shaping up before the Southern Challenge on Lake Guntersville, take another look at the standings after that slugfest.

Does Success Breed Slumps?

"It's a cyclic sport where much of an angler's success is actually based on confidence. Unfortunately, you can lose that confidence in one bad tournament, and for some it may take months to recover."

A "slump" in John Murray's definition is finishing lower than 50th place in several consecutive events

Spooning: The Elites' Dirty Little Secret

Horizontal, deep presentations with giant spoons are the hottest trend on the trail. The trick is getting the pros to show and tell

John Murray (17th, 25-6