The MLF Bass Pro Tourt Heavy Hitters event at the Kissimmee Chain of Lakes premieres this weekend on Discovery. The tournament showcased the 30 anglers who qualified from the BPT competing in a six-day tournament for a purse of more than $500,000.
In addition to the top prize of $100,000, anglers also competed for Berkley Big Bass Bonuses of $10,000 for each day of the four-day Qualifying Rounds, $30,000 for the Knockout Round and a $100,000 reward for the biggest bass in the Championship Round.
The event airs Saturday from 7 to 9 a.m. ET. New episodes premiere each Saturday morning on Discovery, with re-airings on the Outdoor Channel
To qualify for Heavy Hitters, the weight of an angler’s single-largest bass from each event of the seven 2023 BPT events was recorded. The 30 anglers with the heaviest total from those seven bass qualified to compete in the event.