Ike Foundation sets telethon for Sunday
Wednesday, January 27, 2021
The Ike Foundation announced that Mike Iaconelli and crew will host a fundraising telethon Sunday (Jan. 31) at 6 p.m. EST.
The Foundation hosts several fundraising events each year to support efforts to get more kids fishing and to provide college scholarships to qualified high school seniors. COVID-19 restrictions forced the restructuring of those events for all of 2020, as well as the cancellation of the 2021 Scholarship Dinner. That event alone hosts more than 300 supporters and raises over $25,000 for college scholarships.
Supporters can join the telethon remotely via Facebook or Instagram Live for four hours of laughs, live music, conversations with bass fishing legends, pro athletes and surprise guests. Donations can be made at The Ike Foundation website.
Elite rookie Robertson gets two new deals
Wednesday, January 27, 2021
Bassmaster Elite Series rookie Matt Robertson has entered into sponsorship agreements with jig manufacturer Outkast Tackle and online retailer 44 Tackle.
We work as a family here at Outkast and we work hard to get the baits that our guys need, said Outkast VP Connor Summers. Matt, as a ledge/Tennessee River rat, is going to bring a new angle to our jig lineup. Matts down-to-earth personality fits in perfect here and we all know he is one hell of a fisherman!
Chris Kingree, owner of 44 Tackle, will utilize Robertson to help expand his company s online presence.
Howell joins Impulse Lithium pro staff
Wednesday, January 27, 2021
Impulse Lithium, a battery company founded in 2019 by Bassmaster Elite Series competitor Bill Weidler, announced that it s signed Major League Fishing angler and former Bassmaster Classic champion Randy Howell to a sponsorship deal.
We are excited about the potential Randy brings to Impulse Lithium, Weidler said. His work ethic, faith and attitude toward people, life and the fishing industry is what made this the easiest decision for us. This, along with his record throughout his career, has propelled him to be one of the most respected anglers on tour today. We are honored to have him represent Impulse Lithium.
Huk to sponsor MLF Big5
Wednesday, January 27, 2021
Major League Fishing (MLF) announced today that Huk, an industry leader in performance fishing apparel, has signed on as the exclusive apparel sponsor of the MLF BIG5 for the 2021 season.
As the worlds largest tournament-fishing organization, MLF provides anglers of all skill levels the opportunity to compete for millions in prize money across five tournament circuits featuring a five-biggest-fish format, including the Tackle Warehouse Pro Circuit, Toyota Series, Phoenix Bass Fishing League, Abu Garcia College Fishing and High School Fishing.
Marolina Outdoor is excited about our partnership with the Major League Fishing BIG5, said Pete Angle, CMO of Marolina Outdoor Inc. Aside from sharing many common goals like new angler recruitment and access to outdoor recreational opportunities, both brands are committed to showcasing the authentic passion for bass fishing and innovation. We look forward to the 2021
Rojas Ready To Tackle Busy Two-Tour Schedule
Wednesday, January 27, 2021
Photo: MLF
Dean Rojas will visit a lot of fisheries in 2021, but he s been to all of them before.
By John Johnson
BassFan Senior Editor With his 50th birthday just a few months away, Dean Rojas is preparing for his busiest tournament schedule in well over a decade. Competing on both the MLF Bass Pro Tour and the Pro Circuit, the veteran from Arizona will fish about 15 events in 2021.
He and wife Renee recently became empty-nesters oldest son Cameron is both a student and a flight instructor at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Prescott, Ariz. and his brother Austin is attending Simpson University in Northern California and is a member of that school s prominent fishing team. Now it s time for their parents to hit the road as a couple again.