Keller Varsity Bass Team

08/28/2026

Boat captains!!!

THSBA BOAT CAPTAIN SIDEPOT

Boat Captains now have an opportunity to compete for their own Big Fish Sidepot during every THSBA Regular Season Open Tournament!

💵 Entry Fee
• $20 per captain
• Enter during tournament check-in
• Cash or check only

🐟 How It Works
• Captains may weigh in one (1) fish for the Boat Captain Big Fish Sidepot.
• The captain's fish must remain completely separate from the anglers' catch at all times by using either a cull tag or a divided livewell.

🏆 Sidepot Payout
• 50% of the pot is awarded to the Boat Captain Big Fish Winner.
• 50% is awarded as a THSBA Scholarship to the 4th Place Angler Team at that tournament.

⚠️ Important Reminders
• Boat Captains may participate in the Sidepot only during THSBA Regular Season Open Tournaments.
• Boat Captains may not fish during Regional Championships or the THSBA State Championship.
• A captain's fish may never be placed in or contribute to an angler's tournament bag.

🚨 Rule Enforcement
Contributing a captain's fish to an angler's tournament bag is illegal in the State of Texas and falls under tournament fraud classifications. Any captain found contributing to an angler's tournament catch will be immediately disqualified, and the incident will be referred to the appropriate local law enforcement agency for investigation.

Thank you to all of our Boat Captains for the time and dedication you give to our student anglers.

Protect the integrity of our sport. Fish honestly, follow the rules, and help us ensure a fair competition for every angler.

08/20/2026

🎣 THSBA Boat Captain Profile 🎣

Boat Captains are a vital part of every THSBA tournament. If you plan to serve as a captain this season, make sure your profile is completed and that you meet all eligibility requirements.

✅ Boat Captain Requirements
• Must be SafeSport Act Certified (certification is valid for 2 years).
• Cannot have worked as a fishing guide on the tournament lake within 30 days prior to the event.
• A guide is defined as anyone who has accepted any form of compensation for providing information on locating or catching fish.
• Cannot be actively competing in the Bassmaster Elite Series, MLF Bass Pro Tour, or National Professional Fishing League (NPFL).
• To captain at a THSBA Regional Championship or State Championship, you must have served as a Boat Captain in at least one THSBA Open Tournament during the current school year.

📱 Complete your Boat Captain Profile through the THSBA App.

🛡️ SafeSport certification details can be found under the Background section of the THSBA website.

📖 These are some of the primary requirements. For the complete list of eligibility requirements, exceptions, and responsibilities, please review the 2026-2027 THSBA Rules before registering.

⚠️ Please create only ONE Boat Captain Profile. Do not register multiple Boat Captain profiles under the same person.

08/20/2026

A Heartfelt Plea for Boat Captains, Shore Volunteers & Donors

The C.A.S.T. for Kids event on Lake Grapevine is coming up, and they are looking for boat captains, shore volunteers, and donors who want to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children with special needs.

This event gives kids a chance to experience something many of them have never had before — a joyful day on the water, a fishing rod in their hands, and a community cheering them on. Every child receives a rod, tackle box, event shirt, and an award, all at no cost to their family.
But none of this happens without people like you.

If you have a boat, your presence as a captain can create memories a child will carry for years. If you prefer to help on shore, your support keeps the event running smoothly and makes families feel welcomed and celebrated. And if you’re able to donate, your generosity directly provides the gear and resources that make this day possible.

This is your chance to make a difference.

Whether you captain a boat, volunteer on shore, or contribute financially, you become part of a day that lifts children up and reminds them they are capable, valued, and loved.
Lake Grapevine’s CAST for Kids event is coming soon — and we cannot do it without you.

Learn more or sign up: castforkids.org/events/lakegrapevine

Give a donation that directly impacts a child: castforkids.org/donate

Thank you for helping us create a day of joy, confidence, and unforgettable memories for these amazing kids. Your involvement truly changes lives.

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08/20/2026

🎣 Thank You to Our Official Rod, Reel & Tackle Partner, Lew's & 🎣

The Texas High School Bass Association is proud to partner with Lew's & Strike King, a company that continues to invest in the future of fishing by supporting high school anglers across the country.

Through the Lew's & Strike King Student Angler Program, eligible school fishing clubs and teams can receive exclusive discounts on Lew's and Strike King products, making it even easier to gear up for a successful season.

✅ Open to recognized high school and college fishing clubs
✅ School must have a designated advisor, coach, or adult supervisor
✅ Exclusive discounts on Lew's and Strike King products
✅ Designed specifically to support student anglers and school fishing programs

Schools interested in participating can visit Lews.com to learn more about the Student Angler Program, review the eligibility requirements, and register their fishing club or team.

Thank you, Lew's & Strike King, for your continued commitment to growing youth fishing and supporting the next generation of anglers. We are proud to have you as part of the THSBA family!

08/11/2026

Deadline is Saturday, Aug 15!!!! Register ASAP to be an angler or sponsor!

Www.kellervarsitybassteam.com

08/01/2026

🚨 THSBA REGISTRATION OPENS TOMORROW! 🚨

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‼️‼️KELLER VARSITY BASS TEAM MEMBERS MUST REGISTER FOR THSBA BUT DO NOT PAY! YOUR FEES ARE INCLUDED IN KVBT REGISTRATION.‼️‼️

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The wait is almost over! 2026-2027 THSBA Membership Registration officially opens tomorrow, August 1!

Whether you're a returning member or joining THSBA for the first time, tomorrow is the day to get your profile ready for another exciting season of competition.

Before You Register

✅ Returning Anglers, Captains, Admins, and Observers will need to:
• Sign the new Release of Liability
• Review and accept the 2026-2027 THSBA Rules
• Update their profile information

✅ New members can simply create their profile and complete the registration process.

A Few Important Reminders

🎣 Angler Profiles are for competing student anglers only.

🚤 Captain Profiles are for boat captains only.

🏫 Admin Profiles are required for all school and club leaders.
⚠️ Please create only ONE profile. Do not register multiple profiles of the same type.

📖 Complete registration requirements are available in the 2026-2027 THSBA Rules.

🎥 Need help? Visit the How-To section on the THSBA website for step-by-step registration videos.

📧 Questions? Contact our support team anytime at [email protected].

We can't wait to kick off another incredible season of Texas High School Bass Association competition. Set your reminder, registration opens tomorrow, August 1!

08/01/2026

🚨 THSBA REGISTRATION OPENS TOMORROW! 🚨

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

‼️‼️KELLER VARSITY BASS TEAM MEMBERS MUST REGISTER FOR THSBA BUT DO NOT PAY! YOUR FEES ARE INCLUDED IN KVBT REGISTRATION.‼️‼️

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

The wait is almost over! 2026-2027 THSBA Membership Registration officially opens tomorrow, August 1!

Whether you’re a returning member or joining THSBA for the first time, tomorrow is the day to get your profile ready for another exciting season of competition.

Before You Register

✅ Returning Anglers, Captains, Admins, and Observers will need to:
• Sign the new Release of Liability
• Review and accept the 2026-2027 THSBA Rules
• Update their profile information

✅ New members can simply create their profile and complete the registration process.

A Few Important Reminders

🎣 Angler Profiles are for competing student anglers only.

🚤 Captain Profiles are for boat captains only.

🏫 Admin Profiles are required for all school and club leaders.
⚠️ Please create only ONE profile. Do not register multiple profiles of the same type.

📖 Complete registration requirements are available in the 2026-2027 THSBA Rules.

🎥 Need help? Visit the How-To section on the THSBA website for step-by-step registration videos.

📧 Questions? Contact our support team anytime at [email protected].

We can’t wait to kick off another incredible season of Texas High School Bass Association competition. Set your reminder, registration opens tomorrow, August 1!

08/01/2026

🚨🚨Calling all anglers and sponsors 🚨🚨

Want to be an angler for the Keller Varsity Bass Team? Registration is open to all high school students- Panthers, Chargers, Falcons and Indians (including home school and surrounding districts without bass team) in Keller ISD.

We are also seeking new and old sponsors of the team to help our anglers with costs of jerseys, tournament fees, and gear.

If you are interested, please visit our website and check out the angler and sponsor pages for details at www.kellervarsitybassteam.com or email us at [email protected]

🗓️ Deadline is Aug 14!

07/30/2026

📢 2026–2027 THSBA RULES ARE NOW AVAILABLE

The official 2026–2027 THSBA Rules have been posted on the THSBA website!

Very few changes were made from last season, but it is important that all anglers and boat captains read and understand the rules before the season begins.

When setting up your season profile and signing the Release of Liability, each angler and boat captain agrees that they have read, understand, and will follow the THSBA Rules.

🟨 WHAT CHANGED?
Anything highlighted in the Rules PDF identifies a change or update from last season that you should review.

🎣 KEY UPDATES FOR 2026–2027

1️⃣ Tournament Entry Fee: $85
Tournament entry fees are now $85, a $10 increase per angler. Anglers will see that additional funding returned through increased scholarships offered at our Championship events.

2️⃣ Regional Championship Qualification: Top 45%
The top 45% of AOY teams in each division will now advance to their Regional Championship. This is a 5% increase from last season.

There is no change to the percentage advancing from Regionals to the State Championship.

3️⃣ All 5 Regular Season Events Count Toward AOY
The previous “drop your lowest tournament” format has been removed.

For 2026–2027, Angler of the Year standings will be calculated using all 5 regular season events.

⚠️ KNOW THE RULES

These are only a few of the key updates. Every angler and boat captain is responsible for knowing and following the complete THSBA Rules.

Before you hit the water this season, read the rules, review the highlighted changes, and know them!