It’s been a big season on the water for Team MillerTech.
Gold for Team USA
MillerTech-sponsored anglers Kevin VanDam and Dustin Connell brought home gold for Team USA at the 2026 Black Bass World Championship!
Held October 1–3 on Lake Hamilton in Hot Springs, Arkansas, the championship brought together top anglers from 22 nations for three days of intense international competition.
VanDam and Connell delivered an outstanding performance, finishing among the top four pairs each day and securing the World Champion title in the pairs division. Their impressive final-day catch of 16.71 pounds helped seal the victory.
Team USA also captured the overall team gold medal, finishing ahead of South Africa and France and claiming its second consecutive world championship.
Congratulations to Kevin, Dustin, and all of Team USA! MillerTech is proud to sponsor these talented anglers and celebrate their incredible achievement on the world stage.
A $500,000 win for Nick LeBrun
Nick LeBrun claimed an incredible victory at the 2026 Ultimate Angler World Championship, taking home the $500,000 first-place prize!
Held October 1–3 on Lake Guntersville in Scottsboro, Alabama, the championship brought together 200 anglers competing for one of the biggest payouts in professional bass fishing.
LeBrun entered the final day in 10th place but delivered a remarkable comeback, weighing in an impressive 28 lb. 2 oz. five-fish limit. His outstanding performance brought his three-day total to 69 lb. 2 oz., securing the World Champion title by 1 lb. 10 oz.
Despite mechanical difficulties earlier in the competition, LeBrun demonstrated determination, adaptability, and exceptional fishing skills to rise to the top of the leaderboard.
Congratulations to Nick LeBrun on this incredible achievement! MillerTech celebrates his well-earned victory and an unforgettable moment in competitive bass fishing.
Congratulations to all three
We’re proud to power anglers who compete at the highest level. Congratulations to Kevin, Dustin, and Nick on an incredible showing.
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