Up through the ranks

Wesley Burnett is an example of careful planning for progress as a tournament bass angler. After experience in regional tournaments, Burnett entered the EverStart Series as a co-angler. His expectation was that he would be able to fish from the rear of the boat and absorb lessons from more experienced anglers and maybe earn some money at the same time. When he won the 2000 EverStart Challenge from the back of the boat it was clear that his plan was working.

From there, Burnett fished the Wal-Mart FLW Tour in 2001 and won Co-angler of the Year. In 2002, Burnett switched to the Pro Division of the FLW Tour and the EverStart Series as well, claiming the EverStart Series Central Division points championship.

His systematic strategy has paid off handsomely.