2026 WORLD BLACK BASS CHAMPIONSHIPS XX
LAKE HAMILTON, HOT SPRINGS AK USA
WHY BRANDS SHOULD PARTNER WITH TEAM AUSTRALIA
Reach a highly engaged Australian fishing audience while aligning with a proven international team.
300,000+ organic campaign reach
45,000+ unique viewers during 2025 campaign
Highly targeted Australian fishing audience
International exposure at the 2026 USA Black Bass Championships
Consistent podium finishes on the world stage
WHAT WE OFFER BRAND PARTNERS
Our partners are integrated into the campaign through authentic storytelling and product visibility. Brands will be featured across campaign content from June–October 2026.
This includes:
• brand visibility during international competition in the USA (Sept–Oct 2026)
• integration within social media content and storytelling
• sponsor acknowledgement across campaign posts
• dedicated feature content highlighting partners
• inclusion in tournament recap and campaign highlights
Our goal is to ensure partners are not simply visible, but part of the journey as Team Australia competes on the world stage.
INVESTMENT & FUNDING REQUIREMENTS
In 2019 and 2022, Australia’s participation was entirely self-funded by the anglers. For 2024 & 2025, with support from generous companies and individuals through an online raffle, and an auction to fish with each team member, the team successfully offset some costs. In 2026, Team Australia is seeking support to compete at the highest level of bass fishing once again.
We would love to explore a partnership highlighting Australian angling culture, regional waters and Australia’s reputation in competitive fishing alongside your brand. All anglers are comfortable sharing, are confident on camera and with media and have prominent respectable social media followings.
Our funding target is $60,000 AUD. This has been based off previous years expenses and with the knowledge of the costs associated with travel in the USA.
Base Team Expenses (rounded) in 2025 - A team of Six to South Africa:
Car Hire & Practice Boat and Skipper Expenses: $10,000
Flights & (Pre-Comp) Accomodation Expenses: $13,000
Equipment Hire & Freight Purchases: $1,500
Entry & Competition Accomodations (all inclusive): $27,500
Total Expenses for 2025 = $52,000 (approx $8,600 per angler - not including fishing gear purchases or leisure activities)
An Engaged Australian Fishing Audience
Team Australia connects brands with a highly engaged Australian fishing community. Our audience actively follows tournament coverage, consumes fishing media, and invests in quality equipment. This is not a passive audience, it is a community deeply invested in the sport and the brands that support it.
Direct Access to High-Intent Consumers
Tournament anglers and recreational bass fishers are active purchasers. From rods and reels to boats, electronics and apparel, this audience invests significantly in the sport. Partnering with Team Australia places your brand directly in front of serious Australian consumers who value trusted recommendations and products.
Elite Australian Athletes
Our team represents the top tier of Australian tournament anglers. They compete with professionalism, discipline and national pride. Sponsorship level partners align with excellence, dedication and elite sporting performance.
National Pride & Representation
“Team Australia” is not a title taken lightly. We compete under the green and gold, representing the country on the world stage. For brands, this creates authentic alignment with Australian identity, sporting achievement and international competition.
USA 2026 – A Global Stage Campaign
In 2026, Team Australia will compete at the World Black Bass Championships in Hot Springs, Arkansas — the heartland of competitive bass fishing.
While our primary audience remains Australian, the USA campaign provides a powerful international backdrop that elevates visibility, strengthens credibility and creates compelling content throughout the journey.
Our international campaign delivers sustained storytelling opportunities before, during and after competition, including:
• Competition-day updates
• Behind-the-scenes access
• Travel and preparation coverage
• Sponsor-integrated digital content
• Post-event recap features
This structured content approach ensures consistent visibility and measurable engagement across our platforms.
PARTNERSHIP OPTIONS
All offers of partnerships will be invoiced and payments will provided with appropriate receipts for taxation purposes.
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Partnership Offers
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WHATS AHEAD
USA 2026 - Hot Springs Competition
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 27, 2026
Accreditation of all nations and attendees
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2026
Day 1 Practice – Andrew H Hulsey State Fish Hatchery
Opening Ceremony with Dinner at Hot Springs Convention Center Horner Hall
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 29, 2026
Day 2 Practice – Andrew H Hulsey State Fish Hatchery
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 30, 2026
Day 3 Practice – Andrew H Hulsey State Fish Hatchery
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 1, 2026
Day 1 Competition – Andrew H Hulsey State Fish Hatchery
Sportsman Hunting and Fishing Expo at Hot Springs Convention Center
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 2, 2026
Day 2 Competition – Andrew H Hulsey State Fish Hatchery
Sportsman Hunting and Fishing Expo at Hot Springs Convention Center
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3, 2026
Day 3 Competition – Andrew H Hulsey State Fish Hatchery
Sportsman Hunting and Fishing Expo at Hot Springs Convention Center
Country Music Concert and Arena Weigh-in at Bank of Ozark Arena Hot Springs Convention Center
Closing Awards Gala at Hot Springs Convention Center Horner Hall