Forward Facing Sonar Didn’t Win This — SHALLOW Power Fishing Did - Lake Norman SOBA Bass Tournament

Описание: Seth Ellis joins The OneCast fresh off an 18.4-lb winning bag at the Special Operations Bass Anglers (SOBA) Mark McCowan Memorial Tournament on Lake Norman. With 86 boats, pros, YouTubers, and local hammers in the mix, Seth sealed the victory with a 5.11 kicker caught at 3:22 PM—a last-minute heart-stopping bite that changed everything.

In this episode, we break down how the tournament was won, why Seth ignored the crowds, and why the fall bite on Norman was so strange this year. From missing bait in the backs, to ultra-clear water, to the returning dominance of the plopper-style topwater, this one is packed with takeaways every angler can use. We also revisit the recent kayak cheating scandal, talk forward-facing sonar vs. traditional power fishing, and dig into the resident-fish vs. migrators debate that shaped the entire event.

What you’ll learn:

Seth’s full tournament gameplan

Why long casts and speed were EVERYTHING in clear water

How fall bass position on Lake Norman (and why bait wasn’t in the backs)

The exact baits, colors & water types Seth targeted

Why topwater gets better later in the day during fall

How the winning fish was caught with minutes to spare

The importance of population zones, shade lines & rest-stop pockets

Behind-the-scenes on turnout, pros in the field, and tournament atmosphere

Whether you fish Lake Norman, any Carolina reservoir, or just love hearing how a championship day unfolds, this episode delivers a full recap and tons of fall fishing knowledge. Remember—a lunker is always one cast away.

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