Bassmaster Tournaments coming to Lake Keowee

The much-anticipated 2015 GEICO Bassmaster Classic presented by GoPro kicks off this weekend on Lake Hartwell. While most of the attention will be on the 56 anglers vying for the Bassmaster Classic crown, the up and coming High School and College anglers will be battling it out on Lake Keowee at South Cove County Park in Seneca, explains Oconee County Parks, Recreation and Tourism Director Phil Shirley. “We are excited for the High School and College anglers to get to fish on Lake Keowee. It’s a big deal for us to be a part of the Big Pro Tournament, which is on Lake Hartwell this week. Lake Keowee will be the host for the High School and College anglers Saturday and Sunday and weigh-ins will be at the Bon Secours Wellness Arena in Greenville with the Pros both Saturday and Sunday. They will be streaming some video live on www.bassmaster.com during the event.” On Saturday, Feb. 21, the 10 qualifying teams will compete in a one-day tournament for the coveted High School Bassmaster Classic trophy. On Sunday, Feb. 22, the qualifying college teams will compete in the sixth Bassmaster College Classic.