Fishing bass and taking names, Roku is giving fishing fans have a new reason to celebrate as the service has secured streaming rights for Bassmaster professional bass fishing tournaments. This makes the Roku Channel the exclusive streaming home for these popular competitions. Starting February 20, 2025, with the Bassmaster Elite Series season, fans can watch live coverage of tournaments for free on the Roku Sports Channel.
The partnership brings a variety of Bassmaster LIVE events to Roku, including the new Elite Qualifiers (EQ) Series, five Bassmaster Open Series events, all nine Bassmaster Elite Series tournaments, Friday coverage of the prestigious Bassmaster Classic, and a special primetime production of the Bassmaster Classic Celebrity Pro-Am. Viewers can also enjoy replays, highlights, and additional on-demand content across The Roku Channel, Roku Sports Channel, and Roku’s Sports Zone. A dedicated Bassmaster FAST channel is set to launch later this year.
“It’s an honor to call Roku the streaming home of Bassmaster, an iconic brand with a decades-spanning history of producing best-in-class professional fishing tournaments,” said Joe Franzetta, Head of Sports, Roku Media. “We look forward to bringing these events for free to the passionate fanbase of this top outdoor sport, as well as introducing Bassmaster to new audiences.”
Phillip Johnson, B.A.S.S. COO, stated, “This partnership will allow Bassmaster to bring our exciting coverage of the highest level of professional bass fishing to Roku’s enormous audience and introduce our sport to a new fan base.”
For those new to Bassmaster, the tournaments follow elite anglers as they compete to catch the five biggest bass during multi-day events, battling challenging weather and tricky conditions for the ultimate prize. The high-stakes action and skilled competition promise to captivate both seasoned fans and newcomers alike.
The Roku Channel offers free streaming without subscriptions, accessible on Roku devices, online, and on various smart TVs and mobile devices, further enhancing the accessibility of Bassmaster tournaments to a broad audience.
Expanding Roku’s Sports Lineup With Bassmaster
This collaboration enhances Roku’s sports streaming content, adding Bassmaster to its growing list of live sports offerings. Fans can expect a seamless viewing experience with comprehensive coverage and easy access.
Bassmaster fans will now have unparalleled access to live tournaments, highlights, and exclusive content through Roku’s user-friendly platform, making it easier than ever to follow their favorite anglers and events.
With this partnership, Roku strengthens its sports streaming offerings while bringing the thrill of competitive bass fishing to a whole new level.