The Big Bass Dreams media empire is truly a team effort and Riley Kolich is an essential element in its success. She brings not only enthusiasm and knowledge to the process, but also a relentless drive to excel at everything she does on and off the water.

At this year’s Bassmaster Classic I caught up with many members of our fishing family. Even with those I finally met for the first time, we hugged liked family. Afterward, one of my first comments to Pete was that I have a running list of people I want to fish with. Somehow, someway, I hope to make this happen.