The South Carolina B.A.S.S. Nation extends a warm welcome to our site. We are always accepting new members. If you are interested in joining our group, click this Board and District Representatives Directory link and find the contact information for the representative for your area. He will inform you about all the rules and regulations we abide by. BASS Nation Member Benefits
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August State Meeting Cancelled - Championship Will Be on Lake Hartwell
Due to several factors such as the inability to use the Woodmen of the World site and covid resurgence, we will not have a State meeting in August. It is our plan to start back with the State meetings this December (fingers crossed).
We have drawn the site for the Championship, and it will be held on Lake Hartwell out of Broyles Landing on November 12 and 13.
Time To Prepare For Upcoming Six Man
The deadline for roster updates to be postmarked is August 15 to be eligible for the Six Man. The deadline for Six Man entries to be postmarked is September 15. The Six Man will be held on Clark's Hill on October 8 and 9 out of Dorn Facility.
Roster Update Form Six Man Entry Form Six Man Info Letter Six Man Rules
Kipton Burba Trail Angler Champion - Robert Carter Trail Co-Angler Champion - State Team Taking Shape
Congratulations to Kipton Burba on winning the Trail Champion on the Angler side and Robert Carter for the Co-Angler side. Joining Kipton as Anglers will be Brian O'Connell, Kevin Alford, Matt Judy and Reid McDowell. Joing Robert as Co-Anglers will be Jarrett Hughes, Tyler Thames, Sidney Weaver and Brian Howard.
Brian O'Connell Winning Angler at Wateree - Ethan Monk Winning Co-Angler - Skip Lohmeyer Winning Kayak
Brian O'Connell took first place on the Angler side with 13.50 lbs at our final trail stop of the year on Lake Wateree. Ethan Monk took first place on the Co-Angler side with 9.75. Greg Walker had the Angler big fish of 6.36. Jeremy Willis had the Co-Angler big fish of 5.11. Skip Lohmeyer was the winner of the Kayak Division. Six Man will be October 8 and 9 on Clark's Hill out of Dorn Facility.
Wateree Results Wateree Big Fish Winners Pics Wateree Pics Final Points With Drop Final Points Without Drop
Kipton Burba Winning Angler at Santee Cooper - Matthew Moore Winning Co-Angler - Terry Smith Winning Kayak
Kipton Burba took first place on the Angler side with 27.32 which included the Angler big fish of 6.86 at our fourth trail stop of the year on Santee Cooper. Matthew Moore took first place on the Co-Angler side with 12.75. Robert Carter had the Co-Angler big fish of 5.48. History was made as Terry Smith was the winner of the first Kayak Division tournament for the SC BASS Nation. Next stop is June 12 on Lake Wateree out of Clearwater Cove including the Kayak Division.
Santee Cooper Results Santee Cooper Big Fish Winners Pics Santee Cooper Pics Points after Santee Cooper Without Drop Points after Santee Cooper With Drop
Jad Willis Winning Angler at Greenwood - Sidney Weaver Winning Co-Angler
Jad Willis took first place on the Angler side with 18.99 which included the Angler big fish of 5.34 at our third trail stop of the year on Lake Greenwood. Sidney Weaver took first place on the Co-Angler side with 8.13. Robert Carter had the Co-Angler big fish of 3.38. Next stop is May 8 on Santee Cooper out of Black's Camp.
Greenwood Results Greenwood Big Fish Winners Pics Greenwood Pics Points after Greenwood
2021 Six Man Site Changed To Clark's Hill
Because of the scheduled tourneys on Lake Murray and the unavailble ramps that would handle the boats for the Six Man, the 2021 Six Man will be held on Clark's Hill at the Dorn Facility.
Matt Judy Winning Angler at the Cooper River - Paul Deloach Winning Co-Angler
Matt Judy took first place on the Angler side with 14.42 at our second trail stop of the year on the Cooper River. Paul Deloach took first place on the Co-Angler side with 7.32. Scott Perrine had the Angler big fish with 5.92 and Joel Greene had the Co-Angler big fish of 3.37. Next stop is April 10 on Lake Greenwood out of State Park.
Cooper River Results Cooper River Big Fish Winners Pics Cooper River Pics Points after Cooper River
Incentive Programs Available To BASS Nation Members
Just wanted to make sure you all were aware of the various incentive programs that are available to your anglers. Some, like the Toyota Bonus Bucks program, even include opportunities for your state to get paid based on your anglers signing up.
March Discount From TH Marine For All BASS Nation Members
Kipton Burba Winning Angler at Lake Murray - Dehn Ganey Winning Co-Angler
Kipton Burba took the Angler first place with 15.18 at our first trail stop of the year on Lake Russell and also had the Angler big fish with 5.27. Dehn Ganey took first place on the Co-Angler side with 9.11 and also had the Co-Angler big fish of 4.81. Next stop is Cooper River out of Bushy Park.
Lake Russell Results Lake Russell Big Fish Winners Pics Lake Russell Pics
2021 Schedule Changes
Due to conflicts with other large tournaments, we have made changes to the 2021 Schedule.
February 13 Lake Russell -Hwy 72 Landing
March 13 - Cooper River - Bushy Park
April 10 - Lake Greenwood - State Park
May 8 - Santee Cooper - Black's Fish Camp
June 12 - Lake Wateree - Clearwater Cove
October 8 and 9 - Six Man - Lake Murray - Dreher Island
November 12 and 13 - Championship - Site To Be Determined
BASS Nation Southeast Divisional To Be Held on Lake Hartwell
Our state team will have the benefit of some home cooking as the BASS Nation Southeast Divisional will be held on Lake Hartwell. Tournament dates are April 28 - 30, with an off limits of April 11 - 24.
State team members are:
| Angler | Co-Angler | Alternate |
| Bryan Gunter | Tab Anderson | Marc Marsh |
| Chris Jones | Timothy Garrison | |
| Brent Long | Justin Grigg | |
| Ed Owens | Lancen Halbert | |
| Gary Pope | Brian Hughes | |
| Charles Proctor | Jarrett Hughes | |
| John Proctor | Daniel Jackson | |
| Brent Riley | Joshua Jones | |
| Chris Vickery | Stacey Jefferson Proctor | |
| Steve Wicker | Shawn Todd |
B.A.S.S. and Pilot Flying J have joined forces to launch the Fish for a Year Sweepstakes
This program encourages consumers to download the Pilot Flying J mobile app and enter the promotion code BASS2019 to receive an instant $5 offer redeemable at any Pilot or Flying J Travel Center, and be automatically entered for a chance to win $5,000 in Pilot Flying J Gift Cards.
We are asking for your support with this program in three simple ways.
1. Please download the app and enter the promotion code (BASS2019).
2. While traveling, especially on business, please visit a Pilot or Flying J Travel Center whenever possible and utilize the saves from the app.
3. Encourage your friends and family to download the app, enter the promotion code and visit a Pilot or Flying J Travel Center. Feel free to forward this note to your friends and family.
Once you have downloaded the app, you will need to set up your profile. The app will walk you through it. Then go to Rewards and click on “Have a Promo Code” and enter BASS2019.
Thanks for your support and help making this program a success for our partner!
Berkley Cast For Cash Promotion
Anglers competing in B.A.S.S.’s grass-roots and semi-pro fishing circuits can become eligible for cash rewards through Berkley’s new 2019 bait contingency program. Click the link below for more information.
40% Discount To BASS Nation Members
Solar Bat is offering a 40% discount for all Bass Nation Members and a 20% discount for non members. Click here for more info.
40% Discount To BASS Nation Members
Ardent Reels is offering a 40% discount for all Bass Nation Members. Click here for more info.
Your Path To The Bassmaster Classic
Click here to see how you can make it to the Bassmaster Classic through the B.A.S.S. Nation.
Click here to see B.A.S.S. Nation regional map.
Items For Sale
The youth program has some items for sale. If you are thinking about a new Mercury prop or Motorguide trolling motor contact Randy and we may be able to get it at a good price with proceeds going to the youth fund. Call Randy Mosley at 843-384-3440 for into or price.
Co-Angler Etiquette
This is a good article that all members should read. Co-Angler Etiquette
National Sponsors:
For information on becoming a sponsor of this great organization contact State President Randy Mosley at 843-384-3440 scbasspresident or State Secretary Ed Owens at 843-995-0603 scbasssecretary
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