News & Media Coverage

Catch up on the latest news and media coverage featuring Easton Fothergill—from tournament highlights and major wins to in-depth interviews and industry buzz. This is where the headlines meet the hustle.

Star Tribune
These Four Minnesotans Will Outfish You Almost Any Day

July 21st, 2025

Minnesota’s best anglers are among northerners making a splash in professional bass fishing.

Bassmaster
No More Negativity

July 8th, 2025

People can be jerks — especially when they have a keyboard in front of them, a social media account and a lack of both information and decency. There are countless examples of trolls, bullies and liars who spout negativity in the name of righteousness.

The Bass Cast
Meet the New Kings of Bass: How Easton Fothergill and Dustin Connell Redefined Tournament Fishing in 2025

June 13th, 2025

In a sport built on rhythm, patience, and instinct, two names have risen above the noise in 2025: Easton Fothergill and Dustin Connell. One stunned the fishing world with a Cinderella story at the Bassmaster Classic. The other solidified his dynasty with a dominating REDCREST victory. Different paths. Same result: Greatness on the water.

Bassmaster.com
Inside Elite Boats: Easton Fothergill

May 6th, 2025

Take an inside look at 2025 Bass Pro Shops Bassmaster Classic champion Easton Fothergill's tournament rig.

Bassmaster.com
Fothergill Leans on Consistency and Confidence

April 27th, 2025

It’s been a tournament defined by timing, precision and composure and Toyota Bonus Bucks member Easton Fothergill has brought all three to the forefront on Lake Hartwell this week. Now, as he heads into Championship Sunday at the 2025 Bassmaster Elite Series event, the Minnesota native sits poised with a shot to claim a coveted blue trophy.

Herald Review
Fothergill Remains Grounded
After Working To The Top

April 2nd, 2025

After his victory at the Bass Pro Shops Bassmaster Classic last month, Grand Rapids native Easton Fothergill has hardly had the opportunity to catch his breath after winning the biggest and most prestigious Bass fishing tournament in the sport....

Bassmaster.com
Embracing My Angling Identity

April 4th, 2025
written by Easton Fothergill

A flood of memories came rushing back to me as confetti surrounded me and the Ray Scott Trophy when I won the 2025 Bass Pro Shops Bassmaster Classic presented by Under Armour in Fort Worth, Texas....

Wired2Fish
Inside Easton Fothergill’s
Remarkable Recovery and Classic Win

March 26th, 2025

If Hollywood is looking for a feel-good story to feature, it should look up Easton Fothergill.

Fox9 News
Grand Rapids native Easton Fothergill wins Bassmaster Classic

March 24th, 2025

(FOX 9) - Easton Fothergill overcame big odds, and is now $300,000 richer after reeling in a record catch at last weekend’s 2025 Bass Pro Shops Bassmaster Classic in Texas...

Sports Illustrated
Easton Fothergill Wins 2025 Bassmaster Classic: $300,000 and a Record-Setting Weight

March 24th, 2025

At just 22, Fothergill dominates Lake Ray Roberts, securing the biggest winning weight in Bassmaster Classic history....

Bassmaster.com
New Elite: Easton Fothergill

February 12th, 2025

As a senior at University of Montevallo, Minnesotan Easton Fothergill won the 2023 Bassmaster College Classic Bracket. He commented that this accomplishment “changed my life for sure.”

FOX9 News
MN Angler Competing at Top Level of Bass Fishing

February 9th, 2025

Grand Rapids native, Easton Fothergill has been gaining success in the bass fishing tournament scene. With big wins in college and on the top level of competition; his future is looking bright in the fishing world. FOX 9's Jared Piepenburg has the full story.

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Bassmaster.com
Meet the 2025 Elite Rookies and Newcomers

January 31st, 2025

Find out how the rookies and newcomers all qualified to fish the Bassmaster Elite Series for 2025.

Outdoor News
Minnesotan Easton Fothergill earns spot on Bass ‘Elite’ roster

October 17th, 2024

A little over a year ago, Easton Fothergill sat in a hospital room in Birmingham, Ala., with an infected mass on his brain, wondering if he would ever be able to bass fish again. Now, he has achieved a lifelong goal of becoming a Bassmaster Elite Series angler...

AnglersChannel.com
Fothergill claims Tackle Warehouse Bassmaster Elite Qualifiers Angler of the Year title

October 12th, 2024

ALEXANDER CITY, Ala. — A little over a year ago, Easton Fothergill sat in a hospital room in Birmingham, Ala., with an infected mass in his brain, wondering if he would ever be able to bass fish again. Now, he has achieved a lifelong goal of becoming a Bassmaster Elite Series angler....

Bassmaster.com
Meet the Top 9 Opens Elite Qualifiers

October 12th, 2024

See the Top 9 Tackle Warehouse Bassmaster Elite Qualifiers from the 2024 Opens season!

Bassmaster.com
Fothergill Claims Elite Qualifier Angler of the Year Title

October 12th, 2024

Minnesota's Easton Fothergill wins the 2024 Tackle Warehouse Bassmaster Elite Qualifiers Angler of the Year title....

Bassmaster:
Hard work and efficiency are paying off

September 13th, 2024
written by Easton Fothergill

Winning two tournaments in my first season as a Bassmaster Opens angler was definitely not on my radar at the beginning of the season. Driving to Lake Okeechobee, I knew I was one of the least experienced people in the Tackle Warehouse Elite Qualifier field. I developed this mindset that, in order to beat these guys, I have to work harder than everyone and be more efficient than everyone. Those are the two main points I’ve focused on all season...

Duluth News Tribune:
Former Grand Rapids high school angler wins Bassmaster tourney on Leech Lake

August 26th, 2024

Easton Fothergill became a hometown champ of sorts Sunday by winning the St. Croix Bassmaster Open at Leech Lake, his second first-place finish on this year’s pro bass fishing circuit after tearing up college and high school bass fishing leagues....

Bassmaster:
Easton Fothergill wins 2024 Bassmaster OPEN at Leech Lake with 49 pounds, 13 ounces

August 24th, 2024

Easton Fothergill wins the 2024 St. Croix Bassmaster OPEN at Leech Lake with 49 pounds, 13 ounces for the two-day, weather-shortened event.

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Bassmaster:
Easton Fothergill wins 2024 Bassmaster OPEN at Lake Eufaula (OK) with 52 lbs, 8 ounces

June 22nd, 2024

Easton Fothergill wins 2024 St. Croix Bassmaster Open at Lake Eufaula (OK) with 52 pounds, 8 ounces.

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University of Montevallo:
Easton Fothergill: Overcoming Obstacles and Reeling in Victories

May 29th, 2024

Fishing has been a part of Easton Fothergill’s life for as long as he can remember. A member of UM’s champion fishing team, the senior relishes spending time outdoors, breathing in fresh air and seeing sunrises and sunsets as he competes in the sport he’s always been so passionate about......

Simms Fishing:
Remember This Name - Easton Fothergill

April 4th, 2024

What do you get when you mix innate talent with an unwavering appetite to compete? In the current bass fishing community, this combo has yielded what many consider to be the next phenom within the tournament circuit — 22 year old, Easton Fothergill. Son of the legendary Northern Minnesota angler, Gordon Fothergill, Easton has quickly gained a reputation for speaking softly and letting his rod do all of his talking...

Bassmaster:
Easton Fothergill wins the 2023 Bassmaster College Classic Bracket at Milford Lake

October 2nd, 2023

Easton Fothergill, from the University of Montevallo, wins the 2023 Strike King Bassmaster College Series Classic Bracket Championship presented by Lews on Milford Lake. Fothergill defeated Jack Alexander of Montevallo in Round 1, Hayden Marbut of Auburn in Round 2 and Tucker Smith of Auburn in the Championship Round.

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