2026 WORLD BLACK BASS CHAMPIONSHIPS XX
LAKE HAMILTON, HOT SPRINGS AK USA
OUR SUPPORTERS RAFFLE
Team Australia is heading to Hot Springs, Arkansas (USA) this October to compete at the World Black Bass Championships, and we're looking for the support of our amazing community.
Our annual raffle is our biggest fundraising event, helping our anglers represent Australia on the world stage.
We're seeking donations of all sizes, including:
🎁 Gift cards & vouchers
🎣 Fishing gear & tackle
🧢 Apparel & merchandise
🏕️ Camping & outdoor equipment
🛠️ Tools & accessories
🍻 Lifestyle products .
..or anything your business would be proud to contribute!
Every donation, big or small, makes a genuine difference.
As a thank you, every donor will receive:
✅ Recognition across our social media platforms
✅ Acknowledgement during the raffle campaign
✅ Exposure to our passionate Australian fishing community
You can let us know what you are able to donate below.
Make your raffle pledge here..
Thank you so much for your prize donation!
WHATS AHEAD
USA 2026 - Hot Springs Competition
The Bass Fishing World Championship to be held on Lake Hamilton is set to have a huge number of nations competing. These countries will be competing in the 20th edition of the only globally sanctioned world championship for bass fishing. Visit Hot Springs and Bass Pros Shops have helped make this edition of the Bass World Championship the biggest and most exciting ever.
The week kicks off with a “Meet the USA Bass Team and competing Nations” event
September 27th – Bass Pro Shops, Little Rock AR – noon to 3pm.
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 27, 2026
Accreditation of all nations and attendees
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2026
Day 1 Practice – Andrew H Hulsey State Fish Hatchery
Opening Ceremony with Dinner at Hot Springs Convention Center Horner Hall
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 29, 2026
Day 2 Practice – Andrew H Hulsey State Fish Hatchery
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 30, 2026
Day 3 Practice – Andrew H Hulsey State Fish Hatchery
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 1, 2026
Day 1 Competition – Andrew H Hulsey State Fish Hatchery
Oaklawn Outdoor Show noon – 8pm at Hot Springs Convention Center
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 2, 2026
Day 2 Competition – Andrew H Hulsey State Fish Hatchery
Oaklawn Outdoor Show noon – 8pm at Hot Springs Convention Center
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3, 2026
Day 3 Competition – Andrew H Hulsey State Fish Hatchery
The Frontmen Music Concert 4-5pm at Hot Springs Arena
Bass World Championship Nations weigh-in at Hot Springs Arena
Ranger 519 equipped w 200 HP Mercury Outboard audience random draw winner announced!!! (must be present to win)
Closing Awards Gala at Hot Springs Convention Center Horner Hall
The nations slated to compete in the event are as follows: USA, Australia, Canada, Colombia, Croatia, Dominican Republic, El Salvador, England, France, Guatemala, Italy, Latvia, Mexico, Namibia, Philippines, Portugal, Puerto Rico, Romania, Serbia, South Africa, Spain, First Nations – Turtle Island and Venezuela
The Bass Fishing World Championship is sanctioned by international sport fishing governing body, the Confederation Internationale de Peche Sportive (CIPS). CIPS is actively lobbying to gain Olympic recognition for competitive fishing.
USA Bass invites all the patriots and anglers from the area to be a part of this historic happening. Hot Springs will be the center of the bass fishing universe this October 1-3.