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BUBBA®, MLF Officially Launch SCORETRACKER® LIVE for Consumers While BUBBA® Expands Its Connected Fishing Ecosystem at ICAST 2026

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BUBBA, part of American Outdoor Brands (NASDAQ:AOUT), and Major League Fishing (MLF) officially launched SCORETRACKER® LIVE for consumers, bringing MLF’s real-time tournament scoring technology to organizers, anglers, and fans via the BUBBA app.

The platform, already used for more than 91,000 hours of live scoring in MLF events, now supports a wide range of formats, including catch-weigh-release, five-fish, big-fish, and team tournaments. BUBBA is also expanding its connected fishing ecosystem with the new Pro Series Smart Bump Board for length-based scoring and the BUBBA Tournament Weigh Station, which integrate with BUBBA smart scales and the app. SCORETRACKER® LIVE’s consumer debut occurs July 14 at the ICAST Cup in Kissimmee, Florida, with live demonstrations at ICAST booths.

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On the day this news was published, AOUT declined 0.91%, reflecting a mild negative market reaction. This price movement removed approximately $2M from the company's valuation, bringing the market cap to $187.23M at that time.

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Market Context

Making MLF’s SCORETRACKER LIVE available to consumers, backed by more than 91,000 hours of live scor...
Analysis

Making MLF’s SCORETRACKER LIVE available to consumers, backed by more than 91,000 hours of live scoring use, extends AOUT’s connected-fishing ecosystem. Investors may watch for adoption data and monetization, while competition and execution remain key risks.

Key Figures

Live scoring usage: more than 91,000 hours Tournament size: nearly 500 anglers Tournament events: more than 250 events annually +3 more
6 metrics
Live scoring usage more than 91,000 hours BUBBA app and Pro Series Smart Fish Scale live scoring and leaderboards
Tournament size nearly 500 anglers Reese Big Bass Battle using SCORETRACKER LIVE and BUBBA Weigh-In Station
Tournament events more than 250 events annually Major League Fishing events produced each year
Competitor base more than 30,000 competitors MLF competitors across all 50 states and 20 countries
Angling experience more than 40 years Skeet Reese tournament fishing experience cited in quote
Founding year 2011 Year Major League Fishing was founded

Historical Context

5 past events · Latest: Jun 25 (Neutral)
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Date Event Sentiment 24h Move Catalyst
Jun 25 earnings report Neutral +17.1% Fiscal 2026 results with lower sales but growth guidance for fiscal 2027.
Jun 11 earnings call notice Neutral +0.7% Scheduling of fourth quarter and full year fiscal 2026 results call.
Apr 15 leadership change Neutral +0.3% Appointment of new Vice President of Corporate Development to lead M&A.
Apr 01 legal action Neutral -2.1% Filing of patent infringement lawsuit against competing fishing tackle brands.
Mar 12 earnings report Neutral -6.5% Third quarter fiscal 2026 results with modest sales decline and cash strength.

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  • SCORETRACKER® LIVE Brings Pro Tournament Fishing Excitement to Anglers & Organizers Everywhere
  • BUBBA® Expands Its Smart Ecosystem with New Connected Products
  • Catch the Action Live at the MLF ICAST Cup, July 14 in Kissimmee, Florida

COLUMBIA, Mo. and BENTON, Ky., July 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- BUBBA®, recognized as the official scale used by Major League Fishing (MLF), and renowned for its innovative Smart Fish Scales and mobile fishing app, together with MLF, the world's largest tournament-fishing organization, today announced the official consumer launch of SCORETRACKER® LIVE, making the same real-time tournament scoring technology used by MLF Bass Pro Tour anglers available to tournament organizers, competitors, and fans everywhere through the BUBBA® app. Originally introduced at ICAST 2025, and vetted through extensive beta testing and real-world tournament use, SCORETRACKER® LIVE is now available to consumers nationwide through the BUBBA® app.

BUBBA® and MLF team up to launch SCORETRACKER® LIVE, making tournament scoring and excitement available to organizers, competitors, and fans everywhere through the BUBBA® app.

SCORETRACKER® LIVE
For years, SCORETRACKER® has transformed professional bass fishing by allowing anglers to see every catch instantly reflected on a live leaderboard, fundamentally changing tournament strategy and competition. Now, BUBBA® takes that same thrill beyond the professional ranks, allowing anyone to organize, compete, and spectate using live tournament scoring. Tournament organizers can easily create and manage custom events through the BUBBA® app, competitors can follow their position in real time throughout the day, and fans can experience live-action tournaments from virtually anywhere. Compatible with BUBBA® Smart Fish Scales, SCORETRACKER® LIVE supports catch-weigh-release tournaments, traditional five-fish formats, big-fish competitions, and scholastic or neighborhood team events, creating a more connected and engaging experience for everyone involved. 

The BUBBA® app and Pro Series Smart Fish Scale have been used in more than 91,000 hours of live scoring and leaderboards for MLF events, including the Bass Pro Tour, making SCORETRACKER® LIVE the most extensively field-tested tournament scoring platform in competitive fishing. The result is a tournament platform that combines connected hardware, software, and live competition into one seamless experience.

Expanding the BUBBA® Ecosystem
The official launch of SCORETRACKER® LIVE marks another step in BUBBA's expanding connected fishing ecosystem. At ICAST, BUBBA® is introducing the new BUBBA Pro Series Smart Bump Board, which integrates with the BUBBA® app to capture and record fish length, giving length-based tournaments more options to score competitor catches. BUBBA® will also showcase the new BUBBA Tournament Weigh Station, providing tournament organizers with a durable, professional-grade weigh-in solution when paired with any BUBBA® smart scale. Together with the BUBBA® Smart Fish Scale, the BUBBA® app, and SCORETRACKER® LIVE, these innovations create an integrated ecosystem that brings together the entire tournament fishing experience — connecting organizers, competitors, and fans through every stage of competition, from registration and scoring to live leaderboard updates and spectator engagement.

"I've fished tournaments for more than 40 years, and MLF's SCORETRACKER® is one of the biggest changes I've seen in competitive fishing. It has transformed how anglers compete and how fans follow the action in real time. Recently, we hosted the Reese Big Bass Battle with nearly 500 anglers, becoming the first event to utilize the BUBBA® MLF SCORETRACKER® LIVE system and the new BUBBA Weigh-In Station. From registration and payouts to live leaderboards and event management, everything was managed in one place. More importantly, anglers and fans stayed engaged throughout the day as standings are updated instantly. SCORETRACKER® LIVE brings a new level of excitement, strategy, and professionalism to tournament fishing — whether it's a major event or a local club tournament." - Skeet Reese, MLF Pro Angler

SCORETRACKER® LIVE will make its official consumer debut on July 14 during the ICAST Cup presented by Major League Fishing at Big Toho Marina in Kissimmee, Florida. Competing teams will become the first consumers to experience the platform in live, catch-weigh-release, tournament competition while helping raise funds for Keep America Fishing. Throughout ICAST, attendees can also experience demonstrations of SCORETRACKER® LIVE, the BUBBA Smart Bump Board, and the BUBBA Tournament Weigh Station at Booth #5139. Additionally, MLF will host a SCORETRACKER® LIVE demonstration in Booth #4620 on July 16 starting at 4 p.m.

About BUBBA®
A member of the American Outdoor Brands, Inc. (NASDAQ: AOUT) family, BUBBA® is a leading lifestyle brand specializing in high-quality fishing tools and accessories. With a commitment to innovation and excellence, BUBBA® delivers premium products designed to enhance the angling experience. From fillet knives to fishing scales, BUBBA's tools are trusted by professional anglers and fishing enthusiasts worldwide. For more information, visit www.BUBBA.com

About Major League Fishing
Major League Fishing (MLF) is the world's largest tournament-fishing organization, producing more than 250 events annually at some of the most prestigious fisheries in the world, while broadcasting to America's living rooms on CBS, Discovery, Outdoor Channel, VICE, World Fishing Network, RFD-TV, Game & Fish TV and Rumble, and on demand on MyOutdoorTV (MOTV). Headquartered in Benton, Kentucky, the MLF roster of bass anglers includes the world's top pros and more than 30,000 competitors in all 50 states and 20 countries. Since its founding in 2011, MLF has advanced the sport of competitive fishing through its premier television broadcasts and livestreams and is dedicated to improving the quality of life for bass through research, education, fisheries enhancement and fish care.

MEDIA CONTACTS:
MATT WHITMAN, Sr. Director of Marketing
MWHITMAN@aob.co
JOE OPAGER, MLF Director of Communications
p: 218.434.0748
e: joe.opager@majorleaguefishing.com

Skeet Reese, MLF Professional Angler

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FAQ

What is SCORETRACKER LIVE and how does it work with the BUBBA app for AOUT investors?

SCORETRACKER LIVE is a real-time tournament scoring platform integrated into the BUBBA app, enabling live leaderboards. According to BUBBA, it lets organizers create events, anglers track standings, and fans follow competition remotely using connected BUBBA Smart Fish Scales and compatible formats.

When did BUBBA and MLF officially launch SCORETRACKER LIVE for consumers (NASDAQ:AOUT)?

BUBBA and Major League Fishing officially launched SCORETRACKER LIVE for consumers on July 13, 2026, with its debut event on July 14 at the ICAST Cup. According to American Outdoor Brands, ICAST attendees can see live demonstrations of the platform throughout the show.

How extensively has SCORETRACKER LIVE been field-tested before its consumer launch by AOUT?

According to BUBBA, the app and Pro Series Smart Fish Scale have powered more than 91,000 hours of live scoring and leaderboards for MLF events. This usage makes SCORETRACKER LIVE one of the most extensively field-tested tournament scoring platforms in competitive fishing before reaching consumers.

What new connected fishing products did BUBBA introduce at ICAST 2026 alongside SCORETRACKER LIVE (AOUT)?

BUBBA introduced the Pro Series Smart Bump Board and the BUBBA Tournament Weigh Station at ICAST 2026. According to BUBBA, these products integrate with the BUBBA app and smart scales to support length-based scoring and provide professional-grade weigh-in solutions for tournaments.

How does SCORETRACKER LIVE support different tournament formats for anglers and organizers?

SCORETRACKER LIVE supports catch-weigh-release, traditional five-fish, big-fish, and scholastic or neighborhood team tournaments. According to BUBBA, organizers can customize events in the app, while anglers and fans follow real-time standings through a live leaderboard across these various competition formats.

Where can anglers and investors see SCORETRACKER LIVE and BUBBA’s new gear during ICAST 2026?

Anglers and investors can see SCORETRACKER LIVE, the BUBBA Smart Bump Board, and the Tournament Weigh Station at ICAST Booth #5139. According to BUBBA, MLF will also host a SCORETRACKER LIVE demonstration in Booth #4620 on July 16 at 4 p.m.