Bass Fishing Hall of Fame 25th Anniversary Induction Banquet
Thursday September 25, 2025 Wonders of Wildlife, Springfield MO, home to the HOF DOORS OPEN @ 6:00 PM
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2025 Hall of Fame Inductees
Randy Hopper
Few, if any, people have had a more powerful influence on bass boating and fishing over a longer period of time than Randy Hopper of Flippin, Ark. Having worked his way up from laborer to President and CEO of Ranger Boats — and now to co-founder and CEO of Vexus Boats...
Craig Lamb
Harold Sharp, legendary B.A.S.S. tournament director, once called him “The Original B.A.S.S. Groupie.” Today, Craig Lamb of Murfreesboro, Tenn., wears the nickname proudly, even though it doesn’t even hint at all the ways he has made his mark on the sport and industry...
William Shakespeare, Jr.
Level-wind baitcast reels of today owe their original design to William Shakespeare Jr., who in 1896 invented the ground-breaking feature that enables anglers to evenly wind their fishing line on the spool. That practical feature undeniably did more for the fledgling...
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Who We Are
The Bass Fishing Hall of Fame is a nonprofit organization led by a volunteer board of directors and is dedicated to celebrating, promoting and preserving the sport of bass fishing
About US
Located inside the Wonders of Wildlife in Springfield, MO. Mission statement: The Bass Fishing Hall of Fame is a nonprofit organization dedicated to all anglers, manufacturers and members of the media who further the sport of bass fishing. It is our mission to honor the men and women who have contributed significantly to the sport and industry and thereby increase participation by people of all age groups.
Most important accomplishments:
1. Amassed artifacts and memorabilia that will educate people about the birth and evolution of the modern sport of bass fishing.
2. Recognized key individuals, especially including President George H.W. Bush and Johnny Morris, for their remarkable contributions to conservation and fisheries management.
3. For more than 15 years, conducted annual induction banquets celebrating the pioneers and other icons of bass fishing, providing inspiration to countless others in a position to improve and enhance the sport.