BENTON, Ky. (Jan. 8, 2026) – Major League Fishing (MLF) announced today that Cigars International has renewed its partnership with the organization as an Official Sponsor for the 2026 season, continuing a relationship that celebrates winning moments across professional bass fishing.
As part of the renewed agreement, Cigars International will serve as an Official Sponsor of the Bass Pro Tour, MLF Team Series, Tackle Warehouse Pro Circuit, Toyota Series and Phoenix Bass Fishing League. The partnership builds on a successful 2025 season with an increased focus on recognizing tournament champions throughout the year.
In addition to championship trophies and prize payouts, Cigars International will enhance the winner’s experience by presenting all Bass Pro Tour and Team Series champions with a custom humidor and celebratory cigars, offering anglers a unique way to mark their victories and share the moment with family, friends and fellow competitors.
“Winning on the water is the result of countless hours of preparation, sacrifice and focus,” said Kim Shay, Marketing Director, North America at Cigars International. “We’re proud to continue our partnership with Major League Fishing and to give those champions something special that helps them celebrate hard-earned moments and enjoy the accomplishment, long after the final cast.”
The comprehensive partnership also includes year-round branding and integration across multiple MLF media platforms, including livestream commercials, digital coverage, website presence, eNewsletter features and social media activation, allowing Cigars International to connect with fans and anglers across the sport.
“Cigars International has been a terrific partner, and their focus on celebrating champions fits perfectly with who we are as an organization,” said Chris Bork, Vice President of Sponsorship & Sales Development for Major League Fishing. “They understand the meaning of winning at this level and bring a fun and authentic element to those moments when anglers finally get to exhale and enjoy what they’ve accomplished.”
The renewed partnership reinforces Cigars International’s commitment to the fishing community and underscores MLF’s ability to deliver meaningful, year-long sponsor integration across its premier tournament platforms.
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