Making it as a professional bass angler is a battle. Many dream of reaching the highest level, but the time, work, travel, costs, and determination required can be daunting. It's a 24/7, 365-day grind. Many up-and-coming anglers juggle full-time jobs and side gigs to support their passion.

Watch John Zeolla's journey in the 2018 season through the AFTCO Bass Boot Camp YouTube series, where he documents what it takes to live life on the road as an aspiring tournament professional.

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