Faith Angler Network

05/25/2026

05/19/2026

The wind never let up. The pressure never stopped. And the Lake Waco Championship delivered.
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At the FAN 2025/26 Championship, 64 of Central Texas’ best middle and high school teams battled 20–25 mph winds from start to finish—grinding through one of the toughest events of the season.
🏆 CHAMPIONS
Beau Glauser & Lane Meyer – Boerne Bass Club (20.84 lbs)
🥈 2ND PLACE
Eric Walker & Barrett Gray – Liberty Hill Fishing (13.05 lbs)
🥉 3RD PLACE
Paxton Sturdevant & Gavin Reyes – Bass Club of Champions (12.75 lbs)
🏅 4TH PLACE
Timothy Burford & Gage Jett – Bass Club of Champions (11.70 lbs)
🏅 5TH PLACE
Wesley Tillman & Viktor Saprito – Boerne Bass Club (10.98 lbs)
From big bass to tight leaderboard finishes, every fish mattered.
🎓 18,000 Scholarships and Prizes earned
🐟 Alec Grover - Big bass weighed at 7.70 lbs
🙏 Faith moments that go beyond the stage

Full recap in link below.

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Hosted By;   Faith Angler Network blew into the championship on May 17th at the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ Airport Beach Park on Lake Waco. The wind never let up. From Saturday’s practice through all of Championship Sunday, steady 20–25 mph winds battered Lake Waco, forcing anglers to grin...

05/19/2026

Witnessing the pure excitement of a new fishing team hitting first place is unforgettable. The trailer was shaking from their cheers – moments like these define the season.

05/19/2026

Get signed up

Registrations are coming in and we’re excited to see the list growing! Have you registered yet?

Please remember if you register online to send an email with the participant’s name, phone number, date of birth, email address, and mailing address. Also please specify whether the participant is an adult, youth, or adult/student.

Please email angler information to [email protected] as soon as possible.

Thank you and we look forward to seeing everyone July 18th!

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05/18/2026

Braxton and Abner sealed their deal for AOI with an incredible first place finish, weighing in at 18 pounds even! This impressive performance includes consistent top tens and a well-deserved win. Truly a sight to see!

05/18/2026

05/17/2026

Will a sibling team take home the win this year? It's a bold prediction, but one of them is set to dominate.

05/16/2026

🚨 IMPORTANT – FAN Championship Tournament Information 🚨
👉 Boat numbers are now available here:
https://faithanglernetwork.profishingtournaments.com/tournament.php?id=112
Click “View Currently Registered Teams” to find your assigned boat number.
🚤 Controlled Launch Notice
This will be a controlled launch. Teams will be released in order of boat number at Airport Beach Park.
📅 Saturday, May 16 – Practice & Check-In
🎣 Practice: Safe light – 4:00 PM
⚠️ All boats must be off the water by 4:00 PM
📍 Check-In & Ring Pickup: 4:00 – 6:00 PM
Airport Beach Park Pavilion
Pick up boat number cards
Receive championship ring
🏆 Sunday, May 17 – Championship Day
⏰ Early check-in available (for teams unable to attend Saturday):
5:00 AM & 5:30 AM
🚤 Controlled launch begins at safe light
Teams released in order of boat number at Airport Beach Park
🎣 Flight Check-In Times (MUST BE AT Holding Tanks)
All teams must report to the check-in table at the holding tanks at their assigned time:
🎣 Flight 1 (Boats 1–25) – 2:00 PM
🎣 Flight 2 (Boats 26–50) – 2:15 PM
🎣 Flight 3 (Boats 51–75) – 2:30 PM
⚠️ Teams must be staged and ready prior to their assigned flight time.
📌 Please check your boat number, plan your arrival accordingly, and be ready for a smooth, organized tournament.
See y’all on the water! 🎣

Review the registration list below to see if your team has already been registered. If your team is NOT listed, click on "Register a New Team" and fill out the registration form.

05/15/2026

In tournament fishing, a 'kicker fish' can make all the difference. Even on a tough day, landing that one big bass, like an 8-pounder, turns it into a great day. It's not just about the limit, it's about that one game-changing catch.

05/14/2026

Hey FAN Family a new episode just dropped.
In this episode, FAN Vice President Justin Rieger joins us in the studio for a full season recap and a preview of what’s ahead at the FAN Championship on Lake Waco.
This season has taken us across Texas—from Lake Belton, to the grind at Coleto Creek, separation at Lake LBJ, and the pressure of Lake Travis. Each stop has told a bigger story than just fishing.
It’s been about growth, consistency, leadership, and using the platform of competition to impact the next generation.
We break down:
Key moments from every stop on the season
Angler of the Year performance by Braxton Ebner & Re*****on Stewart
Standout teams and breakout performances
The rise of next-generation anglers through FAN derby events
Faith moments and leadership stories from the trail
A preview of the Championship at Lake Waco
At the center of it all is the mission of the Faith Angler Network—using fishing as a platform to live out the Great Commission and invest in the next generation.
🎣 Now it all comes down to one weekend at Lake Waco! CGC Cerakote LLC. Patriot Tactical LLC Create Sales & Marketing
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Welcome to FAN Reel Talk Episode 16.In this episode, FAN Vice President Justin Rieger joins us in the studio for a full season recap and a preview of what’s ...

05/11/2026

Championship Registration.
All teams must pre-register through the FAN Portal
Registration Deadline: May 10 at 9:00 PM - We will extend registration until Wednesday at 5PM. Please have your qualifiers register ASAP!