NLF Professional Kayak Fishing League

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Roy's Bait & Tackle Outfitters | USA Saltwater Kayak Fishing | Texas US Angling National Championship Team

This week, we go LIVE to break down the biggest story of the 2026 NLF Professional Kayak Fishing League season.

Tommy Burgin has raised the bar, setting a new league record at 54.33 lbs. But according to Chris Castro…

“That record can be broken this year.”

Joining him is 1x NLF Pro and Team USA angler Josh Hunt as they analyze the battlefield, dissect the patterns, and reveal what it will take for the next angler to eclipse 54.33 lbs.

Roy's Bait & Tackle Outfitters | USA Saltwater Kayak Fishing | Texas US Angling National Championship Team

**MEDIA Release**

Pro esports team supports NLF ahead of national championship.

Current NLF director and retired professional esports player Chris Castro has helped unite two competitive worlds. Professional esports and professional fishing, through a 2026 partnership with TXM Esports.

Led by owner Paul Ellis, TXM has established itself as one of the premier teams competing in the world's fastest FPS shooter, "Tribes: Rivals", the latest high-speed FPS-Z title in the legendary "Tribes Franchise”, owned by Hi-Rez Studios/Prophecy Games". Two years ago, the team climbed to the No. 1 ranking in North America, and No. 2 in the World under the offense of Chris Castro. They would hold this rank for months after an intense 1-1 split against a powerhouse Team ZYN. TXM narrowly lost the deciding map to surrender the top North American ranking but continues to hold its place among the Top 5 teams in the United States.

Paul Ellis has built TXM around a commitment to excellence, competitive success, and unwavering support for players who are driven to compete. His passion for fostering championship caliber teams has made him a respected leader within the Tribes franchise community.

NLF Professional Kayak Fishing League is proud to recognize and thank Paul Ellis and TXM for their support. As Texas travels to San Diego, California, to compete for the National Championship, the TXM logo will be displayed on the team's jerseys, symbolizing the growing partnership between two organizations dedicated to high-level competition and the pursuit of victory.

From the digital battlefield to the water, this collaboration represents a shared commitment to teamwork, performance, and championship excellence.

2X Texas National Championship Team athlete Tommy Burgin isn't just finding success, he's setting the standard. After a dominant 2025 preseason built on relentless preparation and ex*****on, Burgin has stormed into the 2026 NLF Professional Kayak Fishing League season, taking command of the leaderboard and forcing every competitor to rethink their strategy.

The era of chasing a single trophy fish is over. In the NLF, championships won't be won on one giant bite, they'll be earned by anglers who can consistently build a complete, high-quality mixed bag. Burgin has proven the formula, and now the rest of the field is left with one question:

Can they adapt... or get left behind?

Roy's Bait & Tackle Outfitters | USA Saltwater Kayak Fishing | Stealth Performance Products

Tommy Burgin has officially weighed in for the day, and is challenging league records.

We will be reviewing totals and going LIVE this evening at 7pm cst.

Stay tuned right HERE!

7/26/26 stand by!!

Dear competitors and fans. We may have something BIG to talk about. Stand by as we confirm weigh-in today.