BENTON, Ky. (March 19, 2026) – Major League Fishing (MLF), the world’s largest tournament-fishing organization, announced today that Ten Square Games, the creators of the globally popular mobile game Fishing Clash, has renewed its title sponsorship of the prestigious Bass Pro Tour (BPT) Angler of the Year (AOY) award.
The renewal marks the third consecutive season that Fishing Clash has partnered with MLF as AOY sponsor, following successful collaborations in 2024 and 2025. The agreement also ensures that the MLF brand will continue to be licensed and featured inside the Fishing Clash game throughout 2026, connecting millions of players to the excitement of MLF and the Bass Pro Tour.
As the 2026 BPT season moves into its fourth event next week, the Fishing Clash Angler of the Year race is already taking shape, with the sport’s top pros battling for one of competitive fishing’s most coveted titles. The AOY award honors the most consistent angler across the entire seven-event season – a true test of versatility, decision-making and performance under pressure.
“Fishing Clash has been an outstanding partner, and we’re excited to continue building on the momentum we’ve created together,” said Michael Mulone, MLF Vice President of Sponsorship and Business Development. “The Angler of the Year race represents the very best of what the Bass Pro Tour is all about – consistency, strategy and competing against the best anglers in the world. Fishing Clash understands that competitive spirit, and their global gaming audience aligns perfectly with our passionate fan base.”
Through the partnership, Fishing Clash players will once again have opportunities to compete in MLF-themed in-game events tied to real-world Bass Pro Tour stops. MLF will also collaborate with Fishing Clash on custom-branded content across its digital and social platforms throughout the season, spotlighting anglers, storytelling and key AOY storylines.
In 2026, these efforts will be taken a step further with new activations focused on bringing the Major League Fishing audience into Fishing Clash. The game will feature four custom tutorial videos with a Bass Pro Tour angler, designed to guide MLF fans as they begin their journey in-game. Additionally, dedicated MLF activities will introduce events where players can explore fisheries at their own pace, collect MLF-themed bonuses, and compete for exclusive MLF rewards.
Fishing Clash will be prominently integrated throughout the Bass Pro Tour season, with the Angler of the Year logo featured on official angler jerseys and boats. MLF will also award exclusive prize packs to select Fishing Clash players during the 2026 season, further strengthening the connection between the virtual and on-the-water fishing communities. In addition, Bass Pro Tour anglers will be highlighted in Fishing Clash social media video content, providing both brands with exposure to their respective audiences.
“Our partnership with Major League Fishing continues to bridge the gap between digital and real-world fishing,” said Tom Westall, Product Owner of Fishing Clash. “The Bass Pro Tour Angler of the Year race is a compelling, season-long competition that mirrors the strategy and excitement our players experience every day in Fishing Clash. We’re proud to continue supporting the AOY program and to bring MLF action directly into our game for millions of players worldwide.”
The Fishing Clash Angler of the Year will be crowned at the conclusion of the 2026 Bass Pro Tour season, earning a $100,000 award and solidifying their place in the sport’s history book.
For more information about the Bass Pro Tour and current AOY standings, visit MajorLeagueFishing.com. To learn more about Fishing Clash, visit FishingClash.game or download the app on iOS and Android. For regular updates, photos, tournament news and more, follow MLF’s social media outlets at Facebook, X, Instagram and YouTube.