Top US youth anglers to represent the country on home waters in Idaho Falls, Idaho

Idaho Falls, ID – The US Youth Fly Fishing Team is set to assemble in Idaho to compete in the 22nd FIPS-Mouche World Youth Fly Fishing Championship.

This team returns to the global stage with 5 anglers who won team gold in the 2024 World Championship held in the Czech Republic. Coached by Josh Miller and managed by Jess Westbrook, this team is competing for a three-peat team gold medal!

Meet the Team:

• Lawson Braun (North Carolina): Team Captain
• Max Logan (Colorado)
• Justin Hardie (Pennsylvania)
• Blake Hall (Virginia)
• Landon Cook (Pennsylvania)
• Ethan Campbell (Utah)

Opening ceremonies of the 2025 World Youth Fly Fishing Championship take place at the Museum of Idaho on Saturday, July 12th. The first session begins on Monday, July 14th. For five consecutive days, anglers from 8 countries will fish 3-hour long catch-and-release sessions each day. The competition takes place in the region considered to be the Golden Triangle of Fly Fishing as the anglers will fish waters in Montana, Wyoming, and Idaho. Closing ceremonies will take place after the final session on Friday, July 18th.

Get Involved

Join us in supporting the US Youth Fly Fishing Team as they compete in Idaho Falls and follow along via 22nd World Youth Fly Fishing Championship as well as Instagram and Facebook for competition updates! For more information on the US Youth Fly Fishing Team, upcoming events or ways to support the team, visit usangling.org/youth-fly-fishing/.

If you are interested in volunteering in the 2025 World Championships in Idaho Falls, please register here.

About US Youth Fly Fishing Team (USYFFT)

The Mission of the US Youth Fly Fishing Team is to develop the highest quality competitive fly-fishing team to represent the United States in the FIPS-Mouche worldwide competition each year. We are dedicated to excellence in the education of the sport of competitive fly fishing, stream conservation, the value of our waterways, the etiquette of sportsmanship and international fellowship.

Sponsorship Opportunities 

To be an official sponsor for the 22nd FIPS-Mouche World Youth Fly Fishing Championship 2025 in Idaho Falls, USA, please reach out to Glade Gunther at the United States Angling Confederation. These events are Olympic-style, held for the love of the sport, and there are no financial awards associated with participation and success. The United States Angling Confederation, a 501(c)(3) organization, is the organizer for this event and has selected Idaho Falls, Idaho, as the host city due to its proximity to some of the best fly fishing waters in the world. 

Contact: Glade Gunther United States Angling Confederation, USA Fly Fishing Director, USA Fly Fishing Teams, Email: triloguy@gmail.com Phone: (435) 225-8665

About US Angling 

US Angling is the national governing body for competitive fly fishing in the United States, dedicated to promoting the sport at all levels and representing the country on the world stage. Our mission is to support the growth of fly fishing through education, competition, and community involvement while fostering the next generation of anglers.