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B.A.S.S. welcomes Native Watercraft as presenting sponsor of Bassmaster Kayak Series

B.A.S.S. has announced Native Watercraft has taken the role of presenting sponsor for the 2025 Newport Bassmaster Kayak Series. Native Watercraft takes pride in their decades of boat-building knowledge and their passion for paddling’s history and its future.

“Today we welcome Native Watercraft as presenting sponsor of the Newport Bassmaster Kayak Series,” said B.A.S.S. Chief Operating Officer Phillip Johnson. “Native Watercraft’s goal of a cleaner environment to sustain a fishable future mirrors B.A.S.S.’s goals, and we look forward to sharing the kayak fishing stage with them.”

“The partnership between the Bassmaster Kayak Series and Native Watercraft represents a seamless alignment of values and purpose,” said BIG Adventures/Native Watercraft Chief Operating Officer Tyler Brown. “Native Watercraft’s TitanX and Slayer [Propel] Max fishing kayaks are perfectly suited for competitive kayak-tournament fishing, providing anglers with the tools they need to excel in any Bassmaster Kayak event. These kayaks not only enhance performance on the water, but also offer the exceptional quality and experience that both Native Watercraft and Bassmaster are known for. Partnering with Bassmaster, the gold standard in tournament bass fishing, is an excellent opportunity to elevate the sport and support anglers in achieving their best on the water.”

Through the partnership, Native Watercraft will gain exposure through Bassmaster’s diverse platforms, including the 2025 Bass Pro Shops Bassmaster Classic presented by Under Armour, which will be held March 21-23 at Lake Ray Roberts in Fort Worth, Texas. The Bassmaster Kayak Series Championship, held in conjunction with the Bassmaster Classic, will take place on Lake Fork in Yantis, Texas, March 19-20.

“We are incredibly excited to be partnered with Bassmaster this year,” Brown said. “Bassmaster embodies the pinnacle of excellence in bass fishing. This legacy aligns perfectly with the qualities we seek in a partner, making this collaboration a natural choice.

“We are genuinely excited to see how anglers customize and rig our kayaks for success in this year’s tournaments. Kayak fishing has been evolving rapidly, and we’ve worked hard to stay at the forefront with innovative designs that empower anglers to tailor their Native Watercraft to meet their unique needs. It’s inspiring to witness the creativity and ingenuity kayak anglers bring to outfitting their kayaks, and we can’t wait to see what they achieve on the water this season.”