There are three ways to get in the amateur tournament: finish in the top 40 of a regional tournament, like the one in April at Lake Ray Roberts, or win one of several other existing tournaments or by being one of the winners of the three major collegiate championships. Details are here.
Bass Pro Shops said the tournament will also provide a $250,000 scholarship to one junior angler (ages 11-18) for a conservation-related area of study and at least another $1 million going toward conservation efforts to improve fish habitats. This tournament is our way of giving thanks and rewarding our customers with the chance to land the catch of a lifetime, Johnny Morris said.