About the #PHXJRB

The Phoenix Jr. Bassmasters is a youth fishing club for kids ages 8-15.

We are dedicated to producing 5-6 fun, safe, and educational

fishing tournaments each year.

Our mission is to foster leadership, problem solving, sportsmanship, public speaking skills, promote environmental awareness, personal responsibility and community service.

Our club members fish 5-6 competitive tournaments on a variety of Arizona Lakes. Anglers in the 8-15 year old age group are competing for the title of Angler of the Year, and to become the Arizona representatives to the B.A.S.S. Junior National Championship and to the TBF Junior World Championship held in conjunction with the prestigious Forrest Wood Cup.

The Phoenix Jr. Bassmasters believe that we’re building a positive future

for our youth by teaching them about fishing, fun, respect, and the

great outdoors.

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The #PHXJRB Volunteer Board Team

Seth Starks • Youth Club Director
Matt Shura • Youth Tournament Director
Nicolle Starks • Admin and Marketing Coordinator

Eugene & Christine Livar • Community Relations Specialist 

Lisa Lewis • Hospitality & Photographer

Melissa Smith • Volunteer Coordinator

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Starks Family

Matt Shura

Livar Family

Lewis Family

Smith Family

"Sharing the fun of fishing turns strangers into friends in a few hours."

-Eugenie Clark

Our Mission

Our mission is to foster leadership, problem solving, sportsmanship, public speaking skills, promote environmental awareness, personal responsibility and community service through competitive angling and community outreach.

Our Vision

We seek to foster and encourage more of Arizona’s youth to get engaged in their communities, foster urban and natural resources, and less screen time.