BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – B.A.S.S. is now accepting nominations for the most exceptional high school bass anglers in the country for the annual Bassmaster High School All-American Fishing Team.
B.A.S.S. is celebrating the 11th year of the selection of the team, which recognizes the 12 most outstanding high school anglers in the nation. The program is designed to reward young athletes for their performance in tournaments, leadership in their communities and involvement in conservation efforts.
Applications for the team will be accepted through June 9.
To be considered, a student must be nominated by a parent, coach, teacher or other school official. Students currently enrolled in grades 10 through 12 with a current grade point average of 2.5 or higher are eligible.
Judges will select up to two student anglers in each state. These All-State Fishing Team members will become semifinalists in the selection of the 12-member Bassmaster High School All-American Fishing Team. Criteria include success in high school fishing tournaments and involvement in conservation efforts and other community service activities.
“This is such a great program for anglers to showcase all their talents from the classroom, tournament success and giving back to the community,” said Glenn Cale, B.A.S.S. tournament manager of the College, High School and Junior series. “I’m honored to be able to share this great experience with each of these anglers and their families.”
All nominees for the All-American team must be B.A.S.S. members. The online membership form provides multiple membership options.
Notices have been sent to youth fishing directors of the B.A.S.S. Nation and other organizations, as well as leaders of state high school fishing programs. Adults can nominate students by filling out an online form here.
Send questions to allamerican@bassmaster.com.
