Repeat College National Champs: Garrett Smith & Andrew Blanton - July 15, 2025
Football Jigs
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1h 22m
Witness an unprecedented achievement in college bass fishing! Join us as we sit down with Garrett Smith and Andrew Blanton from Lander University, the reigning College BASS National Champions, who share their winning secrets after an incredible and historic feat: becoming the first team ever to win back-to-back national championships. This exclusive interview dives deep into their dramatic victory at Cherokee Lake, including the nail-biting fish-off tie-breaker that sealed their place in history.
Learn the adaptable bass fishing techniques that proved successful even in tough conditions and under immense boat pressure. The champions reveal their go-to strategies:
Shallow Water Buzzbait Fishing: Discover how they effectively used a True South V twin buzz frame paired with a Zoom Horny Toad. They detail how keying in on bank grass and inside channel swings for the early morning shad-related bite was crucial to their success.
Deep Water Football Jig Patterns: For offshore success, learn about their strategy of fishing a three-quarter ounce football jig on isolated rock points. This flexible approach, combined with diligent fish management, allowed them to secure vital catches throughout the multi-day tournament.
Beyond the lures and locations, Garrett and Andrew emphasize the critical role of their team fishing strategy. Hear how their mutual trust and ability to leverage each other's strengths – seamlessly transitioning between shallow and deep water tactics – was fundamental to their dominance.
If you love bass fishing and a great college sports story, this live show is tailor-made for you!
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