Athens, AL, December 18, 2023 – American Bass Anglers (ABA) is thrilled to announce the expansion of its Team Series for 2024, with the addition of three new divisions, bringing the total number of divisions to 15. These new divisions will cater to anglers in Pennsylvania, Northern Virginia, and Ohio, and promise to offer exciting fishing opportunities in these regions.
Division 12 – Pennsylvania
Director: Charlie Haravitch
The Pennsylvania division is set to kick off with a bang in 2024, featuring a series of events at some of the best-known fishing locations. Anglers can expect to test their skills at Salem Canal, Chesapeake Bay, Delaware River, Lake Hopatcong, Lake Wallenpaupack, and the Delaware River once again in September.
2024 Pennsylvania Schedule (Link to schedule)
3/24/2024 Salem Canal launching at Mannington TWP
5/4/2024 Chesapeake Bay launching at Anchor Marina
6/22/2024 Delaware River launching at Neshaiminy Marina
7/27/2024 Lake Hopatcong launching at Lee County Park Marina
8/24/2024 Lake Wallenpaupack launching at Managan Cove
9/14/2-15/2024 Delaware River launching at Neshaminy Marina
Division 15 – Virginia North
Director: Jeff Shenk
Virginia North is known for its scenic lakes and rivers, and the Northern Virginia division of the ABA Team Series is set to make the most of these beautiful waters. Under the guidance of Director Jeff Shenk, anglers will compete at Lake Anna, Potomac River, and Lake Anna once more in the 2024 season.
2024 Virginia North (Link to Schedule)
3/16/2024 Lake Anna launching at Anna Point Marina
5/11/2024 Lake Anna launching at Anna Point Marina
6/29/2024 Potomac River launching at Leesylvania State Park
8/3/2024 Potomac River launching at Leesylvania State Park
9/7/2024 Lake Anna launching at Anna Point Marina
10/05-06/2024 Potomac River launching at Leesylvania State Park
Division 14 – Ohio
Director: Gary Menninger
Ohio boasts some fantastic fishing spots, and the new Ohio division of the Team Series will showcase the state’s best angling locations. Director Gary Menninger will lead anglers to Portage, Milton, Mosquito, Berlin, Portage again, and finally, Lake Erie in September. Expect competitive action and unforgettable moments in this division.
2024 Ohio Schedule (Link to Schedule)
4/20/2024 Portage launching at Old State Park
5/18/2024 Milton launching at Pointview
6/22/2024 Mosquito launching at Causeway
7/27/2024 Berlin launching at Bonner
8/18/2024 Portage launching at Turkeyfoot
9/14-15/2024 Lake Erie launching at Dempsey
These additions reflect American Bass Anglers’ commitment to providing grassroots weekend anglers with opportunities to enjoy competitive and affordable bass fishing experiences. The ABA Team Series is designed to offer low entry fees, an 80% payout at the ramp, events close to home, and a year-end championship for dedicated anglers.
Each division in the 2024 Team Series will host six events, including five qualifying events and one divisional championship. Anglers can participate with a $150 entry fee, which includes the big bass pot. Points will be awarded based on performance in these events, with teams accumulating points from their best four divisional qualifying events along with their divisional championship. This scoring system ensures that even teams with some challenging events can still compete for top honors.
The highest-ranking teams in terms of national points will receive invitations to compete in the Team Series National Championship, scheduled for late spring 2025. The location of this championship event will be centrally located to accommodate teams from across the country.
Local divisions will be organized and managed by experienced local ABA tournament directors, with schedules to be released soon and available online. Further information, including rules and division schedules, will also be made available on the official American Bass Anglers website at www.americanbassanglers.com/Team.
American Bass Anglers continues to be sponsored by Caymas Boats, Mercury Marine, MotorGuide, T-H Marine, Power Pole, RT Outdoors, Optima Batteries, Hotel Planner.com, and LurePartsOnline.com, further solidifying its commitment to providing anglers with top-notch experiences.
For more details about American Bass Anglers, its various tournaments, and the ABA Team Series, please visit www.americanbassanglers.com or contact them at (256) 232-0406.
