BAM Pro Tour Episode 5 | Cal Delta The Championship

BAM Pro Tour Championship - The Battle for the TOC Title!
The 2024 BAM Pro Tour Tournament of Champions (TOC)-sponsored by Bass Boat Technologies and presented by Tackle Warehouse the City of Oakley-brought the best bass anglers to the legendary California Delta for an intense three-day showdown! With no practice and over 30 days of off-limits, the challenge was real, and the competition was fierce.
Hosted in Oakley, CA at Big Break Marina, this season-ending event tested every angler’s ability to adapt to the Delta’s ever-changing tidal waters. With a fully-rigged Bass Cat Pantera Classic on the line, the stakes couldn’t have been higher!
DAY 1: GUTIERREZ SETS THE PACE
Greg Gutierrez kicked off the tournament in first place with a 19.11-pound bag, anchored by a 5.39-pound kicker. His Frenzy Baits Nail shakyhead finesse approach proved deadly in tough conditions.
Meanwhile, Ken Mah stacked up 12 scorable bass, leading the Keeper Count by covering water with a squarebill crankbait, ChatterBait, and a flipping setup.
DAY 2: ZACK THOMPSON SURGES AHEAD
Zack Thompson took control with a 17.84-pound bag, bringing his total to 36.50 pounds. Targeting reaction bites in Franks Tract, he kept a steady stream of fish coming in with ChatterBaits and crankbaits, but also landed a 6.03-pound kicker on a flipping bite.
Ken Mah stayed in the hunt with 16.76 pounds, including a 7.07-pound giant on a Spring Craw ChatterBait. He adjusted his game plan as the tide shifted, punching thick cover for key fish.
CHAMPIONSHIP SUNDAY: LUKE JOHNS CLAIMS VICTORY!
Luke Johns of Folsom, CA, delivered when it mattered most, sealing the win with a 16.42-pound limit to become the first-ever BAM Pro Tour TOC Champion! His winning strategy? A Picasso Shock Blade Vibrating Jig for reaction bites and a wacky-rigged Yamamoto Senko for finesse presentations.
His key catch? A 4-pounder spotted on Garmin LiveScope under a bait ball-an incredible moment on the Delta!
TOP 3 FINAL STANDINGS & PAYOUTS
Luke Johns - 16.42 lbs 🏆 + Bass Cat Pantera Classic ($65,800 value!)
Zack Thompson - 14.74 lbs 💰 $8,000
Ken Mah - 14.10 lbs 💰 $8,000 (incl. Big Fish $1,000)
The 2024 BAM Pro Tour TOC was a true test of skill, strategy, and adaptability! With the BAM Super 60 up next, anglers are already gearing up for the next major showdown.
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About BAM Tournament Trail
The Bass Angler Magazine Tournament Trail (BAM Trail) is an exclusive west coast pro level tournament circuit. BAM TT delivers multiple opportunities to showcase the talents of western anglers on several professional platforms.
As the BAM Trail continues to evolve it provides a platform of elite events for competitive anglers. The trail creates a logical avenue for sponsors to have direct contact with our West Coast anglers.
The BAM Trail is dedicated to creating a complete package of advertising opportunities including on-site activation, internet/social media, and a TH-cam and TV series that reaches a large number of viewers each day.
BAM Trail is honored to be associated with its title sponsor, Bass Boat Technologies, and presenting sponsor, Tackle Warehouse. The trail is also supported by Storquest, Chicken Ranch Resort, Bass Cat Boats, Ford Fairfield,, Power Pole, Mercury Outboards, Bridgford Foods, Bob’s Machine, Dakota Lithium, Sticky Graphics, Jean Deleonardi Real Estate, Valley Outdoors and our conservation sponsor Fisherman’s Warehouse.
The BAM TT tourism sponsors: Lake Don Pedro, City of Oakley, Lake Almanor Chamber, the Boardman Chamber, and the Feather River Tourism Association.
Tournament events include BAM Pro Tour, Pro-Am and a Kayak Tour with a no entry Championship can be viewed on TH-cam. Learn more here: BAM TRAIL, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
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[@Brandonkanzaki]

Congrats Luke, awesome win!

[@andrewserarfishing]

Such a cool format! This has been so entertaining to watch thoughout the season. Huge congrats to Luke on bringing home the W!!! 🔥🎣

[@dougwarren1187]

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[@JoseFarias-be4zw]

Nice sponsor.