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BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — In a partnership that reaffirms a shared commitment to conservation and the future of competitive bass fishing, Bassmaster is proud to welcome Nitro Boats and Bass Pro Shops as the title and presenting sponsors, respectively, of the newest professional tournament trail from B.A.S.S.: the Nitro Boats Bassmaster Elite Qualifiers Series presented by Bass Pro Shops.
This high-stakes, three-event series is designed to spotlight the next generation of Elite-level talent and provide a fast track to the sport’s biggest stages.
Anglers competing in the Elite Qualifiers Series will battle for more than just bragging rights — the Top 10 eligible anglers in Angler of the Year standings at the conclusion of the series will earn coveted spots in the Progressive Bassmaster Elite Series, while each event champion will punch their ticket to the 2026 Bass Pro Shops Bassmaster Classic presented by Under Armour.
The 2025 Elite Qualifiers tournament trail will feature three challenging fisheries:
The Elite Qualifiers Series promises not only fierce competition, but also top-tier fan engagement and storytelling across Bassmaster's robust media platforms.
To learn more about the Nitro Boats Bassmaster Elite Qualifiers Series presented by Bass Pro Shops, visit Bassmaster.com.
About B.A.S.S.
B.A.S.S., which encompasses the Bassmaster tournament leagues, events and media platforms, is the worldwide authority on bass fishing and keeper of the culture of the sport, providing cutting-edge content on bass fishing whenever, wherever and however bass fishing fans want to use it. Headquartered in Birmingham, Ala., the organization’s fully integrated media platforms include the industry’s leading magazines (Bassmaster and B.A.S.S. Times), website (Bassmaster.com), TV show, radio show, social media programs and events. For more than 50 years, B.A.S.S. has been dedicated to access, conservation and youth fishing.
The Bassmaster Tournament Trail includes the most prestigious events at each level of competition, including the Progressive Bassmaster Elite Series, St. Croix Bassmaster Opens Series presented by SEVIIN, Nitro Boats Bassmaster Elite Qualifiers Series presented by Bass Pro Shops, Mercury B.A.S.S. Nation Qualifier Series presented by Lowrance, Strike King Bassmaster College Series presented by Bass Pro Shops, Strike King Bassmaster High School Series, Bassmaster Junior Series, Bassmaster Team Championship, Newport Bassmaster Kayak Series presented by Native Watercraft, Bassmaster College Kayak Series, Yamaha Bassmaster Redfish Cup Championship presented by Skeeter and the ultimate celebration of competitive fishing, the Bass Pro Shops Bassmaster Classic presented by Under Armour.