Costa Sunglasses Returns to Grand Lake with 2nd Annual Costa Bass Derby
JUPITER, Fla. – May 22, 2025 – Costa Sunglasses, the leader in performance eyewear for anglers, is proud to announce the return of the Costa Bass Derby, a premier amateur bass fishing tournament. Scheduled for Sunday, October 26, 2025, on Grand Lake in Grove, Oklahoma, the tournament invites amateur anglers from across the nation to compete for a $20,000 first-place payout, while supporting freshwater conservation efforts.
Presented in partnership with Tulsa Scheels, this marks the second annual Costa Bass Derby, building on the success of its 2024 debut. The 2025 event promises an even bigger celebration of the bass fishing community, conservation, and camaraderie.
A Weekend of Fishing, Fellowship, and Fun
The Costa Bass Derby is more than just a tournament—it’s a celebration of the sport and its passionate amateur anglers. Kicking off with pre-event festivities at the Tulsa Scheels store on Friday, October 24, and Saturday, October 25, the weekend will feature:
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Exclusive Costa in-store promotions
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Product raffles and demos
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Displays of Costa’s latest frame and lens technology
On Saturday evening, Costa will host an optional Welcome & Registration Party at The Regatta on Grand, complete with:
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Dinner and live music
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Swag bags valued at $200 for the first 150 boats to register
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Meet-and-greet opportunities with Costa pros
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Brief rules meeting before launch day
Tournament Day Details
The Costa Bass Derby officially begins at safe light (7:00 AM) on Sunday, October 26, from Wolf Creek Park in Grove, OK. Weigh-in will follow at 3:00 PM.
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Entry Fee: $200 per team
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100% Payback
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Maximum of 300 boats
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Registration Deadline: Friday, October 20
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Team Size: 2 anglers per boat
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Eligibility: Amateur anglers only (see tournament rules)
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Costa Requirement: At least one team member must own a pair of Costa Sunglasses and be registered for the Compete + Conserve contingency program.
-Register now at costacompeteandconserve.com/bass-derby-
Costa Compete + Conserve Program Continues to Make Waves
The Costa Bass Derby is a natural extension of Costa’s Compete + Conserve program—a contingency initiative that rewards anglers and supports freshwater conservation. The highest-placing team with both anglers wearing Costa sunglasses will receive a $5,000 Costa bonus, part of the total $20,000 first-place prize.
Additionally, a $1,000 donation will be made in the winning team’s name to one of five designated freshwater conservation organizations. This reflects Costa’s deep-rooted commitment to protecting the lakes and rivers anglers depend on.
“We created the Costa Bass Derby to give back to the incredible community of weekend warriors who live and breathe bass fishing,” said Jed Larkin, Brand Marketing Director at Costa Sunglasses. “Last year was such a success, and we’re excited to make this year even more memorable—with more anglers, more prizes, and a continued commitment to conservation.”
Returning Champions Reflect on Inaugural Derby
Oklahoma natives Micah Littlejohn and Preston Cook took home top honors in the 2024 event with a 19-pound bag of Grand Lake largemouth. They’re eager to return in 2025.
“This event had such an awesome atmosphere last year,” said Littlejohn. “There is nothing like this that comes to Grand Lake for us weekend anglers. From the gift bags at registration to having pros like Jason Christie hanging out—it was truly a great experience.”
About Costa Sunglasses
More than 40 years ago, a group of anglers created Costa Sunglasses to stand up to the harsh light, unforgiving salt and rough conditions of a day at sea. The gear they made was up to the task, and it’s been on the water ever since. Today, Costa combines its superior 580® lens technology with unparalleled fit and durability to make the highest-quality sunglasses and prescription eyewear for adventures on the water. Committed to protecting the watery world it calls home, sustainability and conservation is woven throughout everything they do.
From building products made of responsible materials, to Costa-owned initiatives like Kick Plastic® and #OneCoast, and its partnerships with 40+ mission-aligned conservation organizations, Costa inspires its community to help protect the earth’s resources and #SeeWhatsOutThere. Find out more on Costa’s website and join the conversation on Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter at @CostaSunglasses.
SCHEELS History
Three acres of potatoes were the seed for the first SCHEELS store in 1902. Frederick A. Scheel, a German immigrant, used the $300 he earned from that first harvest as the down payment on the first SCHEELS, a small hardware store in Sabin, Minn. Over the years, SCHEELS opened in surrounding communities including Fargo in 1930, where the Campus is located today. Customer interest grew and sports lines were added to the product mix.
Today, SCHEELS is a 34-store operation with stores in 16 states including North Dakota, Iowa, Minnesota, South Dakota, Montana, Wisconsin, Nebraska, Nevada, Illinois, Utah, Kansas, Colorado, Texas, Arizona, Idaho, and Oklahoma. Currently, Steve D. Scheel, the great grandson of SCHEELS founder, is the company’s Chairman Emeritus. Matt Hanson, CEO, Michelle Killoran CFO, and Todd Anderson, President oversee SCHEELS daily operations of more than 13,000 associates. Tulsa SCHEELS is the company’s 34th location, opening in 2024, and employs more than 400 associates.
As an employee owned company giving back to our local communities and fueling passion for local sports and activities are central to Scheels culture.
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