Athens, AL, February 23, 2024 – The American Bass Anglers (ABA) gears up for the second event of the inaugural season of the ABA Professional League in Central Florida. This innovative series provides weekend anglers with a platform to exhibit their skills at a professional level. The second event for the Central Florida Division will be on Lake Toho out of Kissimmee Lakefront Park on Saturday, March 2, 2024.
2024 Central Florida Schedule
January 13, 2024: Harris Chain – Hickory Point- The Harris Chain of Lakes, with its interconnected waterways, offers a diverse and challenging fishing experience. Hickory Point is the ideal starting point for this exciting division.
- March 2, 2024: Toho – Kissimmee Lakefront Park – Register
- Lake Toho, located in Kissimmee, is a renowned bass fishing destination. Anglers will have the opportunity to test their skills in these prolific waters at Kissimmee Lakefront Park.
- April 27, 2024: Toho – Kissimmee Lakefront Park – Register
- Returning to Toho and Kissimmee Lakefront Park signifies the significance of this location in the Central Florida Division. Anglers will have the chance to compete in familiar waters.
- September 14-15, 2024: Harris Chain – Venetian Gardens – Register
- Venetian Gardens on the Harris Chain of Lakes will serve as the venue for the Championship, promising an exhilarating two days of competition.
A New Professional Format
The ABA Professional League is a solo competition format, allowing anglers to compete individually and rely on their skills, instincts, and abilities. This format is designed to bring out the best in each angler, as they navigate the challenges of competitive fishing without a team or non-boater.
Robert “Mark” Peiser won the 2024 American Bass Anglers Professional League, Presented by Caymas Boats, Florida Central Division 6 season opener tournament, held January 13TH, 2024 on the Harris Chain of Lakes.
Running out of Hickory Point Recreational Facility in Tavares, FL the Tavares, FL angler caught five bass weighing 27.49 pounds including a kicker bass that weighed 6.68 pounds. For the Boater Division victory, Peiser took home a check for $6700 for his win.
“I caught my fish on a Texas rig big worm in Lake Beauclair on a shellbed. I caught all my fish early, before 9:30 am then the wind changed direction from the North and the bite quit. I had caught two there in practice Thursday and I left it alone.“ Peiser said.
Unprecedented Rewards and Opportunities
The ABA Professional League offers an unparalleled payout structure, ensuring substantial rewards for participating anglers. The top prize for a one-day divisional event can reach a staggering $17,000, including the Caymas Cash program for Caymas Owners.
Proven Success for the Angler
In Florida on the Harris Chain in January, with 100 boats first placed paid exceptionally well vs the nearest national tournament trail. While the ProLeague paid out $6,700 to first place, the nearest competitor with 145 boats only paid out $4,800 for first place. (See Below) The Professional League paid out almost 40% more for first place with 2/3s of the same field size. The additional places paid were also much higher than the competitor’s, judge for yourself.
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Fewer Road Blocks for the Angler
The Professional League is a Solo Series, anglers do not have to sign up with co-anglers whereas in many cases the boaters end up paying the co-anglers way. The only one anglers have to rely on is themselves. This is why the Professional League exists. If you have the aspiration of becoming a professional angler, you need to fish like a professional angler and develop the skills needed to compete against the best anglers in the country. This format will allow you to do what professional anglers do, rely on their own skills, and intuition without any interferences.
Strategic Points System and Flexibility
Anglers accumulate points based on their performance, with the system considering the best three one-day events and the best two-day event. This points system not only establishes national standings but also allows anglers the flexibility to compete in different divisions to boost their standings.
Upholding Fair Play
The ABA Professional League is committed to maintaining the integrity of the sport, with truth verification measures implemented to ensure a level playing field for all participants.
The Road to the 2025 Championship
The divisional points will become crucial as anglers set their sights on the 2025 Championship, where the title of Angler of the Year and a significant cash award will be at stake.
Join the League
Registration for the 2024 Professional League is now open. Anglers seeking a competitive edge, unparalleled rewards, and the chance to shape their destiny in the world of bass fishing are encouraged to participate.
Lake Toho March 2, 2024 Sign Up Link
About American Bass Anglers
American Bass Anglers, committed to providing low-cost, close-to-home tournaments, offers an exciting platform for individual angler progression. With the support of industry-leading companies, ABA continues to advance the sport of bass fishing.
For more information about the ABA Professional League and other series, visit www.americanbassanglers.com or call (256) 232-0406.
Join the ABA Professional League and embark on a journey where skill, determination, and strategy are the keys to success. Experience the thrill of fishing like a true professional in the ABA Professional League!
American Bass Anglers is proud to be sponsored by Caymas Boats, Mercury Marine, T-H Marine, Power Pole, RT Outdoors, Optima Batteries, Hotel Planner.com, and LurePartsOnline.com.
About American Bass Anglers: American Bass Anglers is dedicated to organizing affordable, local tournaments for weekend anglers while offering opportunities for individual angler advancement. To learn more about American Bass Anglers, including the Team Series, American Fishing Tour, American Couples Series, annual Military Team Bass Tournament, Top 150 Solo Tour, and Pro League, all presented by Caymas Boats, please visit www.americanbassanglers.com or call (256) 232-0406.
