It hurts making this video... - Bassmaster Elite Series - Santee Cooper

[@motorcycleislife8296]

Part of what makes bass fishing fun is sucking real bad then going home and learning new things and then catching a ton after you learn.

[@jasonmitchell8211]

We’ve all been in slumps at one time or another. At least you are man enough to document it. We are still fans no matter how you finish. It will be that much sweeter when you bust that slump. Enjoying the journey.

[@factsoffishing]

It WILL happen for you bro. I have faith in you

[@patglass8263]

We are in this for the long haul Mr. Bradley. We are never leaving this channel.

[@mitchellgentry9110]

Bradley, you are one of the best in OK. Us boys from OK are pulling for you and John every derby. You are one swing away from righting the thing. Keep swinging. You more than belong, dont question that or let that negativity slip in. Go get em!

[@pops77s]

As a lifelong competitor in everything I have ever done, I can understand and appreciate your frustrations. Pray for the pain it causes. When this slump is over and you get the opportunity to feel the elation of your successes from the hard work and dedication you have put in, it will be epic. Believe in yourself! Your family loves you, and needs for you to continue believing in yourself. Those of us who have watched you get back to the Elites, know you have more than the capabilities, and the drive to succeed at this level of fishing. Unleash the Fury!

[@TimHaunFishing]

Win, lose or draw I'm enjoying watching this progression. I don't envy your struggle, but I appreciate it and your dedication.

[@rogerglasco5941]

Remember for every winter there is a spring. Keep your head up.

[@joee681]

As a small club fisherman I can surely relate, it tough when you struggle, I fish with my son and we’ve struggled this year too. But I’m blessed that he looks at me after the tournament and says” Daddy I still had fun” even though I feel it’s up to me to put us on fish, it’s still a team event, father and son. So I have someone who’s there with me, who understands the struggle and the events of the day that transpired. I enjoy your channel and appreciate your honesty, May God Bless You, watch over You, and protect You on Your many journeys, 👍👍

[@bradcarson6070]

Hallman… probably don’t need to hear these words at all but just remember… tough times don’t last… tough people do! Head down and tail up man! Keep grinding!!!! You can turn it around man!

[@timscruggs7611]

Hang in there Brad! It can only get better. Think like the fish.

[@diegosegui4645]

Keep your head up brother! Everyone goes through stretches like this. But you’ve shown you can do this, you just need a few breaks to go your way to get the momentum back and get that confidence back up. No doubt it’s going to happen this next derby at Sabine. You got this 👊🏽

[@donaldmidura1802]

I hear you bro on riding the suck bus it’s a rough road. You are a very good fisherman I know you will get through this rough patch. Push through and you will be rewarded 🎣🎣🎣🎣🎣👍🍻Rock on

[@F.Ronnie]

Keep your head up B.

[@johngarner9929]

Bradley - you are a decent man and a class act out there on the bass fishing circuit. You know how to persevere, and you know how to detour around obstacles. I look up to you because of how you display good virtues - looking forward to seeing and hearing more from you. You are a winner in my book, man.

[@robertgallacher7214]

I could only fish two ways in competition, happy and confident or pissed off and angry. Both worked on their day. It's going to come good,what you did last year is all i needed to see to know you got what it takes.

[@wwp2213]

This is reality on the pro fishing side. We should all appreciate how tough it is out there. You'll get it figured out, Bradley. God Bless and tight lines!

[@fishy_businessllc]

As a tournament angler and new KZbinr I totally get the frustrations and the stress this career path causes. But, what I can say is that it makes the victories so much sweeter when you know you’ve continued to grind and never given up. Sometimes you get a stick in the eye, sometimes you zig when you should’ve zagged, but the day it all comes together and you get to see all your hard work pay off is the most priceless moment that a man can ever experience. Keep grinding man!

[@richardbumpuscjf347]

Thinking about you. I hope you’re alright. Huge fan of yours because you are real. Hang in there and just go fishing. Stop being hard on yourself. Cover water and fish your mechanics. That’s your strong point. The way you cast and the way your lure hits the water. Relax and spend some time with the family. Thanks for the content. I love the blue grass on your video ending.

[@joeys7519]

Thank you for bringing us along even when it doesn’t work out like you wanted. Remember there was a time when you weren’t in the big show. Enjoy being at the top level and Keep grinding

[@duanemathis6749]

As hard as it is at times just keep sending it! You have the skills and the knowledge, you wouldn't be where you are without it. I really enjoy your honesty and how you tell it like it is. Can't wait to see your rise to the top. Keep the faith brother, you got this! If ever you want to turn west and do some fishing in Oregon i got you! A brother in bass fishing, Duane Mathis

[@drummertroyg]

sometimes getting pissed off……is the best way to calm you down !! 💪🏻

[@mossy2775]

Been here, reflected in the same mirror. I just started on the Toyota series after being in billiards for over 26 years. I didn't look forward to waking up and hitting balls anymore, writing, or working on cues. New adventure, new lake, and a ton of people i get to meet for the first time. Man, i felt it in my soul when you said, we need those checks. Keep grindin,

[@toddbrown9398]

Stay the course man. You will succeed! We all have these good and bad tournaments.

[@spencercline1957]

I understand the struggle I fished a derby this past Saturday and only had one bite and lost it at the boat. It’s easy to give up hope but keep your head up and push on. Don’t worry about points just know that you are among the best in the world and remember how you got there. Good luck and safe travels in Alabama

[@jswartz1999]

You got it! Can’t wait to see how the rest turn out. Something about adversity that gets us all focused on the right things after awhile.

[@BassinJared18]

Let’s get it buddy , you got the time, I got the faith ✌🏼

[@jeffporter100]

Definitely understand your frustrations! Thanks for keeping it real!

[@nybbhUSA]

Positive mental attitude and fish fearless! You got this!

[@mattfields2033]

Pulling for you buddy. Bama gonna be good for you. Your head is in the right place.

[@kurtratliff8985]

Hang in there pal we pullin for you. Class Acts like you don't stay down long.

[@tobycarroll9416]

Bradley it's not YOU driving the struggle bus it's fear, frustration. self doubt ,and our tendency to give too much time to the past. That is extremely hard to walk away from but we gotta shake it. Get back to just being in the moment (sounds corny and too simple) but it does help clear the mind. The path you're on ain't easy for sure, but it is one you can walk and walk well. You know how to do this bud, and we are all pullin' for you! You are too good of a guy to fail!

[@harryestep2488]

Keep the faith and keep grinding. Appreciate the work you put in for the videos and the good and struggle bus moments everyone has!

[@GregClark-d6x]

Pulling for you Bradley! Keep working it will come. Never give up.

[@tonyperez3666]

Good video. Thanks for sharing the struggle. You are gonna catch ‘em!

[@jimholliman2822]

Bradley I have faith in your fishing knowledge! I know you can do very well. Trust yourself. 😉

[@tonybecker72]

Keep your head up brother. I know how you feel. Pulling for you and good luck on the next on.

[@rickhouser9310]

Brutal way to try and make a living

[@Richard-mj5dp]

that's a nice way of putting it

[@martyaustin6545]

Gosh, that is truly

[@randygoad8834]

No looking back, turn that bus around, one fish at a time. You can do this, you have the tools and the knowledge. Trust your instincts and just go fishing ! Good luck the rest of the year !

[@myriammorrison9840]

Good luck in Alabama. Good music in your videos. Especially your exit! 🐟

[@willhartwig9910]

Keep the faith! You've got a come back coming!!

[@miltonburgess419]

Keep your chin up Bradley. You are a champion! Your turn to hold court is coming.

[@paulgalloway5553]

Hey Bradley I have a hard time catching bass from feb to april last year and this year. I said in May I am going to throw a chatterbait everytime I go fishing went 3 days in a row caught 2 bass about a pound a piece. Went the fourth day caught 32lbs won the tournament. I was swimming my chatterbait to fast. Next rournament throw a chatterbait nothing else.

[@paulgalloway5553]

May 6, 2023 Santee

[@dlredneck5132]

Hang in there you figure it out. I enjoy your videos keep up the good work. And keep your head up, keep grinding..

[@robertkarp2553]

Stay pumped! Positive mental attitude!!! Do what you do…fish! Love the vids!

[@dong8307]

Keep rolling. We are pulling for you. 👍

[@WillAustin-h7p]

Tournaments are like arrows in a quiver.....once launched.....that arrow is gone (on target or not). You have 5-more left to shoot. Keep your head up and treat the next one as the new.... arrow that it is......Rooting for you!

[@brewcrewfishing]

You're not alone brother. Beena tough year so far for ya boi as well, but I plan on kicking in the ass and getting on that Dominator train! Park that Bus in Okie and finish strong. I know its tough but really enjoy the videos. Yours and John season is coming!! Speaking of season that Uncle Chris' is fire on Brisket if you get sone time!!

[@jasonrayburn5551]

We'll be there, brother!

[@jeb4836]

Brad, you are a man’s man straight up. You will release the daemons and find your stride. As Winston Churchill said “when u are in a fire, keep walking thru it to the other side”

[@Tac001]

Wish I had the magic words to turn that bus around. We're still here with ya! Can't wait to see you on Grand next year. (“Don’t let yesterday take up too much of today.” - John Wooden)

[@jackstein5486]

Feeling bad for you. Been following you since your days at the opens with Scott and Todd. It is easy to say, put the last challenging tournaments behind you and figure out a way to fish to your strengths. You can do this, shake that negative and fish your strengths and try to have fun out there. You are one of the great fisherman amongst other greats, do not forget that. All the best!

[@thewildonions]

Go be great Hallman!

[@reyn3545]

Keep it up! I've had the opportunity down here in FL to marshal several pro tournaments over the past few years. I've gotten just a taste of the grind that you guys commit yourselves to, then you continue the grind on to the next stop. You have to love what you do. Keep doing it as long as you love it, and be ready to hang it up when the grind takes over. The time away from your family isn't worth the grind if you don't love it.... I guess that goes for any job.

[@Richard-mj5dp]

But the time away from your family is worth it if you love to FISH.😅😅

[@adamw.fishing6334]

Hang in there. I been a fan since you won on my home lake Lanier.

[@ronrzadzki9460]

I'm not going to be like so many others and feel sorry for you. Instead I will say that I envy you. You are living your dream by fishing the Elites. Things are definitely not going your way but we all have had some sort of bad things happen at some point in our lives, but we find a way to get through it and you will too! Whether you are driving the bus or not you still have the next tournament to concentrate on so dust off the bad vibes and continue to follow your dream. Do what you do best!!!

[@campbelljfishing]

Man Bradley, I feel you bro, I’m not on the same level but I’m right next to you giving you directions on the suck buss! Been that kind of year! Best advice I’ve gotten from other anglers is to be you and ignore noise! You belong there or you wouldn’t be there 👍

[@jacobzachary5631]

Bradley… you got real fans. Who like you and have seen what you can do. Let us know what we CAN do to help out. Like other than tell you we got your back…

[@jacobcollins5827]

The lows can only be low for so long. Everything good and or bad happens for a reason. Something good is coming your way. Stay positive.

[@basscat2107]

Fiesta seasoning bottled in San Antonio Texas stuffs amazing.

[@southcarolinabassfishingad1723]

Keep your nose to the grind stone!

[@codyhooser3333]

You got this brother 💪

[@scottclark1168]

Brother I feel your pain,hate to see it,but your a veteran of this sport and know that it can change in the blink of an eye,keep on grinding buddy,pulling for ya hard 👊

[@mikegardiner3934]

hey Bradley, I will tell you same as many others, Hang in the brother!! that’s easy for us to say because we’re not doing it for a living. Just saw Lay lake results and i know know very frustrating. Things Will turn around!

[@johnnymassengale6275]

I can't imagine the pressure professional anglers are under. Hang in there. Eventually, that struggle bus will turn into a Nascar!

[@michaelloucks4448]

Hey Mr hallman sorry you had a not so great tournament. Hope you have a better tournament next time. God bless you and your family.

[@jmixitup]

You are gonna get right at Sabine Hoss!! You made 2 cuts already in your first year back. Stay positive!!

[@jasonhannah2999]

Chin up bud.🤟

[@BigGuy86ed]

The struggle bus s real. When your on it it never feels like you'll get off it. When your doing good you don't think about it...

[@kendalllunsford775]

Keep your chin up brother....... I understand that feeling of just not connecting with the fish.... Every decision seems to be the wrong one and it works on us mentally...... It will just take 1 fish in 1 event for you to get this thing turned around........ Once it becomes instinct and fun again.... make sure to mash on the gas.....:) I am 100% a fan of you and what you stand for...... Keep on grinding.... brother....!!!

[@stephenknight7601]

Hang in there bro. Things will change been on so Tuff fisheries. I live on santee and it beats all of us up. It has a low population of fish. Not at all like the time you cracked 30. Take the break after Lay and reset. You got what it takes just like a batting slump got to swing your way out of it. Patience it will come back.

[@paulb351]

A lot of other top anglers are going through fairly crappy tournaments as well, you're not alone Just have yo stay positive

[@RIPPNLPS]

Hate watching a video like this coming from a hammer. You summed it up best for what A LOT of guys have a hard time doing and that’s understanding. No doubt in my mind that you’ll understand them in Alabama. Go crack em bud 👊🏼

[@ClayWilliamson]

Tuff break man. The best remedy is to load up the family and go kill a 12 pack at the beach with some good BBQ. Hard to think about fishing when your having a great time, good reset! Good luck at the Sabine! 🍀

[@chrismalas8747]

Goodluck man

[@Racefisher]

Keep fighting the fight hammer....it will turn around when you least expect it. You are a stick and you know it, so don't question yourself, stay out of your own head and keep after it bro. Oh and Amazon has Uncle Chris Seasoning, get you some and tight lines!

[@bobbycolson1957]

Hang in there

[@sml225bull9]

Hey bro keep your head up you a great fisherman going through some shit you will be good bro your to good 👍👍👍

[@martyaustin6545]

Hallman, damn, I don’t know what happened on Lay Lake, I watched you, I don’t know what to tell you, you got to make a turn around on Sabine, I know you are in the dumps buddy, but just go fishing man, you never know at the end of the day, Hang in there buddy…..

[@TheFishdoctor1952]

Fish the moment while using your strengths. Every fish that gets off gives you the confidence that they are there

[@ronswinford4952]

Hang in there man, you know how to fish, you just have to find an answer for one day, then the next day go swing again, never know you might win at Sabine and turn the bad start into a great finish.

[@yuh8me]

I know your frustrated to struggle at a lake you've done great on in the past. Would like to know when they not biting how long do you give a spot before moving on and do you try changing colors much when they're not biting?

[@benbunting2491]

You are having a tough season, but you aren't alone. April and May are more post spawn for Santee Cooper with most fish hanging on cypress with immediate access to deeper water, but I'm not the Elite series fisherman you are maybe we can talk before next season about my home lake, so get off the struggle bus by not pre-planning how to fish and just go fish practices and use your instinct to catch them. You have done it, you can do it and you will again do it. I'm here pulling for you.

[@georgevoss5054]

What part of Oklahoma do you live in? I’m in okc and would love to meet you.

[@janosczovek8524]

Take my hat off for you it's not a easy job thanks love your videos 😊

[@kevinhallemann1154]

Head up okie. I got my ass handed to me at the Arkansas river last month at the central regional tournament. I get it brother. We know how to catch ‘em let get it done.

[@matthewhairell849]

29, 74, 81, 96, 104. Once you hit rock bottom, only one way to go. The Sabine is the best place to get a top 10 finish. Catch 1 fish per day and you’ll be in the top 10.

[@deerslayer-zz5ys]

If it was easy everybody would do it. Keep your head down and keep grinding it will happen for you

[@matthewhairell849]

Your getting in your own way mentally. Relax. The suck bus doesn’t exist if you don’t allow it to mentally. Stay Hard. Fish Strong. It’s you versus the fish, that’s it! Fish for you and your family only.

[@tonygreen4356]

Sometimes its hard but just remember, Recognize and Respect the Positives and they will Become More Abundant

[@Mjones8383]

How you feeling about the Sabine? I'm on the fence for you on my fantasy team. For some reason I just think it's going to turn, am I right, do you like the river or any good on it?

[@christopherpitts8539]

That coosa chain is tough. Bounce back at Sabine

[@Kylewatchesstuff]

Keep grinding Hallman, them boys are good, find some fish and rip

[@kevie3]

I can not help catch more fish but amazon has your seasoning 🍺

[@BradleyHallmanFishing]

👍

[@rmfishing9979]

Dude keep your head up - yore day - is coming.

[@charlesmayberry7034]

Love to have told you use glass raddels

[@jeffcheatham1744]

Philippians 4:13 - I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me. Proverbs 3:5 Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. God wants to hear from us even on the bad days, he has blessed each and everyone of us that love to fish, to except the good days along with the bad days. And still have the right mind set to Thank him for every day. His plan is bigger than our plan, your valleys are to help the next person out of theirs I promise you. Keep digging Bradley Hallman.

[@thomasgansen1801]

It is a struggle, more times than not,, I have faith in you.. lord willing,, cut that lake up like a piece of pie.. then start cutting that piece of pie up a little more and work your strengths,, a let them tell you what they want and move forward.. hopefully it will shed some of the grind.. we are praying for you.. as always good fishing

[@tablerockkid8237]

Never competed in any high level tournaments. I just know yesterday is gone. Cant bring it back. Tomorrow is a new day. Head down and fish today. Not yesterday. New sunrise... means a new world. You will find em. No doubt.

[@dannyware1911]

Know you heard it before, there is always someone else that has it worse than you right now. Keep grinding Hallman, it will work itself out. Take that suckbus and drive that SOB off a cliff, and then get in that kick ass bus and go take some boys behind that woodshed!!