Sometimes in bass fishing, the most important details can be overlooked. We all spend time honing in on the perfect bait, or color, but paying attention to weather patterns can often be the more important thing we can do. In this interview, Pete Gluszek sits down with Rapid Fishing Solution’s Ric...

In some cases, you don't have a lot of time to prefish for a tournament. Without a lot of time to practice, marking waypoints and experiencing the conditions, you have to be agile in your decision making. You can't get locked into the first bite, but you do want to listen to what that fish is tel...

Fishing with an open mind is imperative for consistent bass fishing success. Adrian Avena uses this open mind concept to allow himself to fish the moment by evaluating the present conditions and relying on his instincts. Adrian will cover the mental aspect of bass fishing, how to establish a game...

In this remastered bass fishing video class seminar, Pete Gluszek talks about how to adjust to changing conditions. These condition changes could be one or a combination of many things, including: weather frontal systems, rain, rising & falling water, fishing pressure, current changes, and more! ...

Gary Klein has decades of bass fishing experience, but he started with 1 spinning rod, a small tackle box and 3 lures. Over the years, he has learned new techniques and learned to employ new tools to aid his God-given ability to catch fish. In this bass fishing class seminar video, Gary Klein urg...

Starting today (July 26, 2018) the Bassmaster Elite Series bass fishing tournament was scheduled to begin on the Upper Chesapeake. Ultimately, it was rescheduled because the flooding and floating debris were out of control. The question still remains, what do you do when faced with flooded waters...

In this episode of Bass University TV Live, we are joined by Adrian Avena. Like Pete Gluszek, today's host, Avena is a Northern angler, an FLW alumnus and BASS tournament angler. Avena narrowly missed qualifying for the Bassmaster Classic in 2017. Today, Pete Gluszek and Adrian Avena are talking ...

Are you tired of running around the lake aimlessly looking for a single bass here and there, or beating one spot to death trying to get one more fish? 9-time angler of the year Roland Martin is here to share the secrets of pattern fishing, which is determining the type of cover and/or structure a...

Power fishing vs. finesse presentation can be a tough decision on the water. In this 7-minute on-the-water bass fishing instructional video, Bassmaster Classic champion Mike "Ike" Iaconelli talks about how, even if a place looks like a great power fishing opportunity, there are situations where a...

How do top anglers like Scott Canterbury conquer flooded waterways and unpredictable weather to secure wins, even in tournaments without forward-facing sonar?
In this Bass University Live episode, delve into the mind of NPFL Champion Scott Canterbury as he reveals his winning strategies from his...

Curious how high school state champions and a rookie elite angler conquer unpredictable weather and leverage cutting-edge technology like LiveScope to dominate the competition?
This Bass University Live episode dives deep into recent bass fishing tournament successes and the strategies behind th...

In this exciiting episode of Bass University Live we break down Ott DeFoe's incredible win on the Potomac River, revealing his groundbreaking summer "Heat Busters" pattern. This episode dives deep into the intricate world of tidal water bass fishing, especially how to adapt your strategy when fac...

"The Dean" Pete Gluszek says, "Come on with the rain, I've a smile on my face". Most guys want to stay home and work on tackle or park it in front of the TV when the rain clouds come rollin' in, but not Pete Gluszek, he knows the fish will be biting. If you were catching them when the sun was out...

Bryan New talks about the right and wrong decisions that he made on the St Johns River in Florida during the 2022 Bassmaster Elite Series tournament. Changing conditions require changing locations and/or techniques. In this fishing class, Bryan New reviews how he practiced and the decisions he ma...

Some anglers would rather keep throwing their favorite baits than make adjustments when the fishing gets tough.
While bigger bass often target bigger baits, sometimes the key to catching more bass is a more subtle approach.
“There's a lot of reasons finesse fishing is so good when it gets tou...

Fishing large grass beds can often be overwhelming for many anglers. To the untrained eye, it all looks the same. However, being able to break down grass beds effectively will help you catch more bass. “Grass is a good habitat,” said Bryan Schmitt. “It's probably the best habitat on any of body o...

Do you tend to get stressed out when things aren’t going your way? While having the right gear and finding the right fish is important – being mentally strong on the water is also a major factor when fishing tournaments. "A positive mind does not always guarantee success, but a negative mind will...

Jerkbait fishing is often only viewed as a cold-water technique for catching bass. This technique can actually be used all year to help you put more fish in the boat. In this seminar, Kurt Dove breaks down how he fishes a jerkbait, including some of the minor details of the bait that are often ov...

Do you feel like you get mentally lost while having a tough day on the water? While tournament bass fishing is exciting, it can quickly become stressful when things aren’t going your way.
In this seminar, Fred Roumbanis explains just how to survive competing in bass tournaments. Roumbanis discus...

Mike "Ike" Iaconelli, a professional bass angler and highly regarded figure in the fishing world, brings his expertise to the topic of topwater fishing. Known for his achievements as a Bassmaster Classic Champion and Angler of the Year, Iaconelli addresses common challenges faced by anglers when ...

Smallmouth fishing can be tricky. While they can be some of the most exciting fish to catch, many rules anglers have learned for targeting largemouth bass go out the window.
In this seminar, Pete Gluszek details the differences between the two species of bass, and how to effectively target them ...

Join legendary angler Mark Zona, the host of "Zona's Awesome Fishing Show" and co-host on Bassmaster, as he shares his expert insights on topwater fishing in this exclusive on-the-water class with Bass University.
In this informative session, Mark delves into the two hard topwater style baits he...

The timeless saga of angling for sizable bass amidst aquatic vegetation finds its place in history. Across certain regions, vegetation acts as a perennial sanctuary for fish; however, not all vegetation is created equal. Enter Pete Gluszek, a seasoned bass angler and a renowned figure known as "T...

Do you know how to catch bass deep cranking? While often only looked at as a way to catch bass in the summer, this power-fishing technique can be utilized all year to help put more fish in the boat.
“When you think about deep cranking, most people are going to think about ledge season on the Ten...