Denny brauer retiring in costa

Recently, bass fishing legend Denny Brauer announced his retirement. I can understand the why of his decision. Nevertheless, it’s a sad day for professional bass fishing.

The Cast: Denny Brauer through the years - Bassmaster

He’s one of the good guys who helped take us to a higher level.

I could write about all the tournaments he won and how successful he was as an angler. That would be appropriate. But I’m not going to do that. Instead, I’m going to take this opportunity to give you my view of what I think is more important about his career.

Way back when — I forget the exact date — he appeared on the Late Show with David Letterman after winning a big award.

Denny Brauer Retires - Texas Fishing Forum

At the time I’m guessing that most people thought of professional bass anglers as uneducated, ignorant hillbillies. Who else would climb into a boat and spend the day trying to catch a fish — for money? I don’t mean to be crude but the truth is the truth. That’s what a lot of people thought.

Denny took his seat on Letterman’s cou