2027 NPFL Championship Coming to Lake Mitchell
CLANTON, Alabama—The National Professional Fishing League, Chilton County, Alabama, and the City of Clanton, Alabama are excited to announce that the 2027 NPFL Championship will be held on Lake Mitchell and jointly hosted by the county and city. The three-day event will be held in the late winter and will feature approximately 40 qualifying anglers from the 2026 season.
“Our 2027 Championship and first visit to Lake Mitchell will kick off our 2027 season,” says NPFL president Brad Fuller. “It will be our fourth annual Championship event and will be the starting point for what’s building to be our biggest year ever. Alabama will host three League events in 2026, and we’ve enjoyed a strong relationship with the state and its bass fishing supporters who have made Alabama a major hub in the tournament world.”
Roger Perkins is a Chilton County Commissioner and one of the sport’s staunchest supporters in the State of Alabama.
“We’re extremely proud to be able to host the National Professional Fishing League’s National Championship here in Chilton County on Lake Mitchell,” says Perkins. “We look forward to showcasing all the great things the county has to offer and realize the huge economic benefits of this type of event. The NPFL has rapidly established itself as a leader in the competitive fishing space, and it will be great having them as a partner.”
Covering 5,850 surface acres with 147 miles of shoreline, Lake Mitchell is an Alabama Power reservoir impounded in 1922 that offers outstanding bass fishing in a small package — perfect for a small field tournament like the Championship.
About the National Professional Fishing League
The National Professional Fishing League exists to elevate competitive bass fishing by creating a platform defined by integrity, competition, and tradition. We believe that bass fishing is more than a sport—it is a lifestyle, a culture, and a path to family, friends, and fulfillment. Our mission is to provide anglers and fans with an authentic and accessible experience that honors the spirit of the sport while building a community united by shared passion and purpose.
For more information, visit our website or contact Ken Duke at [email protected] or (407) 574-1898.