Black Bass Ligue 2026: a major event for French carnivores

Black Bass League 2026
Black Bass League 2026 © Laurent Duclos

The Black Bass Ligue 2026 is the FFPS Carnassier championship of France, dedicated to black bass in boats, contested in pairs, with a format over several cumulative legs to decide the champions. In 2026, it is scheduled for July 18 and 19 at Aiguelèze, in the Tarn region of France, making it a much-anticipated fixture on the French circuit.

Test format

The principle remains that of a team competition with two anglers per boat, with classification based on the fishes hooked and released according to FFPS rules. The event is designed as a real championship, with a total of points for each round to decide between the teams.

Things to remember

The Black Bass Ligue attracts competitors who enjoy technical black-bass fishing, with a strong strategic dimension on the choice of spots, timing and catch management. The two-person format also means that the two anglers have to complement each other well, both in terms of navigation and in the fine-tuning of rigs and approaches.

Organization

The FFPS Carnassier is responsible for organizing this league, which will be part of the official 2026 FFPS competition calendar. Communication around the event emphasizes the BBL's return as a major showcase for black-bass in France, with a high sporting standard and strong media visibility.

Sporting interest

For anglers, it's an interesting event because it combines performance, consistency and adaptation to current conditions. On a broader level, the Black Bass Ligue also acts as a showcase for the discipline in France, helping to structure the sport of black bass fishing.

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