Winning Angler of the Year is a milestone every tournament angler dreams about. But earning that title at the professional level, against some of the most talented anglers on the West Coast, is something truly special. In this episode, we sit down with the newly crowned AOY, Tyler Madden, to talk about his season and the journey that led him to the top.
Tyler Madden joins us fresh off securing the 2025 Angler of the Year title. He opens up about what this achievement means to him, how he maintained his focus throughout the year, and the mental game needed to stay consistent across a tough BAM Trail schedule. Tyler also shares insight on the event that nearly derailed his season and how he battled back to stay in contention.
We also dive into the opportunities the BAM Trail has created for him, including exposure that helped open the door to key sponsors heading into the upcoming season. It’s an honest, informative conversation with one of the West’s fastest rising anglers.
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