Kayak Bass Connection

Walt McCree claims his first win in a kayak and doesn't even use sonar! Kevin Cox and Jonathan Kessler claim second and third in a tournament where deep water played a major factor. Listen for the full recap of the last regular season tournament for Southern Illinois Kayak Club Bass Tournament Trail.

The Illinois B.A.S.S. Nation Kayak Series Champion Jonathan Kessler and Angler of the Year Cody Wenger discuss the season finale at Crab Orchard Lake, the dynamics of 2 days kayak tournaments, and look back at the full IBNKS season. We also hear from Kevin Cox, the runner up in the championship and the angler that will serve as the IBNKS representative at the B.A.S.S. Kayak National Championship.

The kayak bass anglers of the Southern Illinois Kayak Club Tournament Trail visited the legendary Cedar Lake and sit down with us to discuss the event. Is it still the land of giant bass? Find out how the top 3 finishers cash checks in a competitive field.

Sangchris Lake handed the anglers of the Southern Illinois Kayak Club a real challenge during the 4th stop of their tournament trail. Dalton Williams did what he does best, catch bass! Join the winning anglers as they talk about unique strategies that caught big bass when others struggled.

Winning anglers from the Southern Illinois Kayak Club Bass Tournament Trail recap the event and drop great tips for other kayak anglers! The official podcast of the Southern Illinois Kayak Club.  Learn more about SIKC and their bass tournament trail at www.sikcfishing.org 

Kayak bass fishing tournament winners from the Southern Illinois Kayak Club Tournament trail discuss the latest tournament, the skills they used to catch bass, and explore the challenges of tournament fishing. The official podcast of the Southern Illinois Kayak Club.  Learn more about SIKC and their bass tournament trail at www.sikcfishing.org 

This kayak bass tournament proved that winners never give up and keep competing until the last second.  Listen as the top finishers in the Southern Illinois Kayak Club Tournament on Kincaid Lake lay down some great advice.  Every minute counts! The official podcast of the Southern Illinois Kayak Club.  Learn more about SIKC and their bass tournament trail at www.sikcfishing.org 

In this episode of the Kayak Bass Connection Podcast , we break down the 2026 SIKC Classic kayak bass fishing tournament with the top three finishers , diving deep into winning strategies, cold‑weather adjustments, and what it takes to consistently contend at the highest level of kayak bass tournaments . Dalton Williams joins the show after capturing yet another SIKC Classic win , cementing his le...

Meet Max Lee. a humble California kayak angler that has quietly developed a reputation for catching big bass, including a recent 16lb largemouth! Max works hard for those big fish and shares great insight into what it takes to find the biggest fish in the lake.  We discuss the differences between fishing west coast lakes and the Midwest, along with some great tips for beginner kayak anglers.   The...

How does forward-facing sonar change your kayak fishing?  Can it be an unfair advantage?  Experienced users and a championship angler with no FFS experience weigh in on this controversial technology.  The official podcast of the Southern Illinois Kayak Club.  Learn more about SIKC and their bass tournament trail at www.sikcfishing.org 

Your mindset can win or lose kayak bass tournaments long before your first cast. 🧠🎣 Mental preparation is more important than any rod, reel, or lure. But what if you had a proven manual for controlling your mental state under pressure? In this video, we introduce Troy Bassham’s book “Attainment: The 12 Elements of Elite Performance” and how the habits of champions apply directly to kayak bass to...

Too many kayak anglers find themselves in life-threatening situations.  This is the first in a series of interviews with anglers who had close calls on the water.  This episode tells a scary story about an angler who flipped his kayak on a huge reservoir far from home, and far from help.   The official podcast of the Southern Illinois Kayak Club.  Learn more about SIKC and their bass tournament tr...

What have we learned from interviewing the top 3 finishers in 17 different Kayak Bass Tournaments since 2023?  Our hosts looks back at the big lessons. The official podcast of the Southern Illinois Kayak Club.  Learn more about SIKC and their bass tournament trail at www.sikcfishing.org 

Southern Illinois Kayak Club Tournament Director Jonathan Kessler releases the tournament schedule for next year!  Check out the new website at www.sikcfishing.org The official podcast of the Southern Illinois Kayak Club.  Learn more about SIKC and their bass tournament trail at www.sikcfishing.org 

🎣 Thanks for tuning in to this episode of the Kayak Bass Connection Podcast!   We’re diving into all the exciting changes coming to the Illinois kayak bass scene in 2026 — new rules, new leadership, and maybe even a new tournament series 👀 👇 Drop a comment below: What do you think of the new SIKC updates? Are you planning to fish any Illinois tournaments in 2026? Got questions for Joshua or Jon...

Kayak Bass Tournament Anglers recap the final event of the 2025  Southern Illinois Kayak Club (SIKC) Tournament Trail at Newton Lake.  This episode is packed with talented anglers sharing their bass fishing know-how. The official podcast of the Southern Illinois Kayak Club.  Learn more about SIKC and their bass tournament trail at www.sikcfishing.org 

 The SiKC kayak bass tournament at Pyramid State Park was a test of skill, endurance, and strategy. With over 40 strip pits to choose from, triple-digit heat, and tough bites, only 10 anglers posted a limit. We talk to Darren Hemker , Dalton Williams , and Kevin Cox about their winning tactics, big bass moments, and how they handled extreme summer fishing conditions.  The official podcast of the S...

🔥 Bass Battle at Cedar Lake! 🔥 Witness kayak fishing history as SIKC Angler of the Year Dalton Williams continues his unstoppable run on the 2025 kayak bass tournament trail! Meanwhile, Jerry and Nick Bryson make waves as the first father-son duo to place in the Top 3, rewriting the record books! The official podcast of the Southern Illinois Kayak Club.  Learn more about SIKC and their bass tour...

The Illinois B.A.S.S. Nation is expanding to include a kayak division!  Mike Husar and Susie Roloff provide an update on their efforts to get the B.A.S.S. Kayak Series launched in Illinois.  Very exciting news for all anglers! The official podcast of the Southern Illinois Kayak Club.  Learn more about SIKC and their bass tournament trail at www.sikcfishing.org 

Can't fish on Saturday?  No problem. Mike Husar discusses plans to bring back flexible, low cost options for kayak bass tournaments in Illinois. The official podcast of the Southern Illinois Kayak Club.  Learn more about SIKC and their bass tournament trail at www.sikcfishing.org 

Top finishers from the Kayak Bass Tournament at Sangchris Lake, Illinois discuss their success AND whether or not Darren should skip his brother's wedding to fish a tournament.  What do you think? The official podcast of the Southern Illinois Kayak Club.  Learn more about SIKC and their bass tournament trail at www.sikcfishing.org 

The top three anglers analyze a super tough kayak bass tournament and discuss how their pedal-drive kayaks offer them a competitive edge over those using motorized kayaks. We are the official podcast of the Southern Illinois Kayak Club Bass Tournament Series. The official podcast of the Southern Illinois Kayak Club.  Learn more about SIKC and their bass tournament trail at www.sikcfishing.org 

The Southern Illinois Kayak Club kicked off their 2025 tournament trail with a bang!  Record attendance, record payouts, and big bass.  We welcome the top 3 kayak anglers from this kayak bass tournament to talk about their great performance! The official podcast of the Southern Illinois Kayak Club.  Learn more about SIKC and their bass tournament trail at www.sikcfishing.org 

Susie Roloff out fished some the best kayak anglers in the midwest to win the 2025 SIKC Classic Championship on Cedar Lake.  Listen in as the the top 4 anglers in contest talk about the challenging conditions, life as a kayak bass angler, and mastering the mental aspect of the sport. Kayak Bass Connection is the official podcast of the Southern Illinois Kayak Club. The official podcast of the Sout...

 In this video, kayak anglers Scott Gyon, Jeff Shere, and Lee Van Hoose sit down with the Southern Illinois Kayak Club to talk about the upcoming fishing tournament season. Lee shares valuable tips on the most common catch, photo, and release mistakes that can hurt your tournament results. Meanwhile, Jeff and Scott introduce themselves to the SIKC and discuss their unique journeys to their rookie...