
The People Who Inspire our Adventures
Through fishing we have met some unforgettable characters, and we want you to know them, too.
Hunting Big Baits with Steve Kennedy at the Classic Expo
When Steve Kennedy isn’t fishing the Classic, he nevertheless shows up, not just to represent his sponsors but also because he loves to shop for all the latest gear. We found him in the Expo before it opened, bucket in hand, ready to drop some serious cash on hard-to-find glide baits.
The Bass Pros’ Angling Heroes
Everyone has someone they look up to, a hero in their eyes – even the top anglers in the world. At the 2025 Bassmaster Classic Expo I asked a number of bass pros about their angling heroes.
Bassmaster Classic Family
I love seeing and spending time with Steve and Barbara Bowman at Bassmaster events. They ALWAYS include me in their family plans. This year was no exception. We planned our days together and each night after the weigh in we were included for dinner plans with their family.
My Fishing Travel Dream Team
At this year’s Bassmaster Classic I caught up with many members of our fishing family. Even with those I finally met for the first time, we hugged liked family. Afterward, one of my first comments to Pete was that I have a running list of people I want to fish with. Somehow, someway, I hope to make this happen.
Five Lakes, Five Pros
I’ve been fortunate to fish on some of the country’s best waters with some top pros and guides, but I always want more — here are five proven winners and the places I’d like to fish with them.
Julia Kennedy, Road Warrior
Julia Kennedy, the mastermind behind team Kennedy (Elite Series pro Steve is her assistant) does more than most, and has seen more than most. If you want proof, just ask her kids, who can tell you more about geography, marine biology and American history than most PhD candidates.
