https://www.wired2fish.com/news/b-a-s-s-shutters-bassmaster-opens-co-angler-program - BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The longstanding co-angler program within the Bassmaster Opens has been eliminated for the 2025 season, B.A.S.S. announced today. Due to multiple reasons, including fairness to the field of boaters and reduced interest since COVID, the program has been shuttered. - https://www.bassmaster.com/opens/news/b-a-s-s-shutters-bassmaster-opens-co-angler-program/
Got an impromptu couple hours on the Chickahominy River yesterday. Had a couple bites, but nothing landed. Definitely need to take the time and use what Brian has taught us by marking those points and ditches so these little trips become more successful. Either way it’s always awesome when you can get on the water in December!
Brian Latimer  - I would love to be considered for the BFL sponsorship program as a boater. I've loved being part of the SUF School family since almost day one, and the transformation in my tournament fishing has been incredible. Thank You! I consistently finished second to last or middle of the pack in club tournaments when I started. Through SUF School's guidance and countless hours of learning, I started climbing the ranks, winning tournaments, and earning Angler of the Year. What a memorable year! THANKS!
One thing that drives me is embracing the rookie mindset - being uncomfortable leads to growth. That's exactly what I did with tournament fishing, and it's what I want to do with BFLs. I'm ready to carry this 2024 momentum into 2025 while helping others grow by promoting SUF school and bringing my BFL experience back to the community.
Whether sponsored or not, I'll represent SUF in the BFLs Northern Division, and I'd love the opportunity to do it officially. I want to compete and give back to the SUF family, which has transformed my fishing journey. Let me know how I can help expand SUF's impact and help more anglers develop their skills on the water. I'm all in!
Well folks finally upgraded from a 18 ft ranger to a 2015 521. Looking forward to the 2025 season.
Cold day with the high of 45 degrees and the water temp 47 degrees. Threw a rattle trap over rocky points in less than 10 feet. Caught two with the lunker over 4lbs. Funny, didn’t seem so cold then 😀.
I wish I would have started fishing with more subscribers from the app sooner. 🫣 The most fulfilling part of this journey so far has been spending time on the water with many of you. For 25’ we’ll see more of this!
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Did I miss a BLat post asking the community to post they are interested in being considered for the SUF sponsorship or are folks making sure they considered for it?
I just want to be sure I didn't miss it.
Are there any in depth videos out there yet about the foot work part of fishing? Like using the trolling motor to get you right where you want to be and/or any other helpful tips on how to best use the trolling motor, your body position on the deck, and just good footwork fundamentals. I know Blat has talked about how important it is in a handful of videos but I wasn’t sure if there are any dedicated videos or workshops on just the footwork part of fishing.
I would like to be consider for a boater sponsorship to represent SUF angler development program for 2025 BFL season.
Why I should be selected? Compared to the other angler in SUF that is a tough question to answer. I can assure you I am a giver to my core. Possibly that trait along side my inability to quit or give up might be my character traits, best aligned with what SUF represents.  I'm not suggesting I'm better than anyone here, only what I know to be true about myself.
This is by far the hardest thing about aspiring to be a professional angler. I suck at talking about myself.
Good luck to everyone!
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