Meritorious Service Award
This special award is for those persons whom the Board deems have made a significant contribution to bass fishing or the Hall of Fame given at the discretion of the Board.
April 23, 2026
Jacob Davis of Winchester, Tennessee is a man who wears many hats—each one reflecting a deep commitment to youth, conservation, and fellowship through the B.A.S.S. Nation […]
January 26, 2026
When it comes to knowledge of the historical timeline of fishing lures and tackle, Dan Basore is in a class by himself. From his early years […]
April 15, 2025
Bill Taylor chosen as latest recipient of Bass Fishing Hall of Fame’s Meritorious Service Award Whether behind the wheel of a UPS truck delivering packages or […]
April 15, 2025
Texas natives Golding, Marks chosen as recipients of Bass Fishing Hall of Fame’s Meritorious Service Award Mar. 18, 2025 — When talk begins to center around […]
March 21, 2023
CANADIAN BASS FISHING EXPERT “BIG JIM” McLAUGHLIN HONORED WITH BASS FISHING HALL OF FAME BOARD’S MERITORIOUS SERVICE AWARD In keeping with its mission of celebrating the […]
September 13, 2021
The Bass Fishing Hall of Fame’s Board of Directors awarded B.A.S.S. CEO Bruck Akin a Meritorious Service Award upon his retirement in 2021. This special award […]
September 17, 2019
Known for his tireless efforts in directing the Mr. Bass of Arkansas Pro-Am Tournament Circuit for more than 25 years, Ronnie Everett will be honored posthumously […]