1/4/2024
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1/6/2024

70th Annual

Stuart Sailfish Club Light Tackle Tournament

The Light Tackle Tournament helped define Stuart as the Sailfish Capital of the World. From its early days as one of the first all-release billfish tournaments with official observers, to today’s highly competitive multi-day event, it remains a gold standard for ethical sportfishing.
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Tournament Description

Save the date - the tournament is ON and going strong!Join us for the 70th Annual Light Tackle Tournament, a historic event that launched the Stuart Sailfish Club!

Registration opens Nov 18th at 9AM. Early birds get a $2500 registration fee till Dec 22nd. Late entry is $3000.Your participation supports the SSC Scholarship Fund for Martin County's future marine scholars!

Don't miss the Captain's Meeting on January 4th at the SSCF Tiki Hut, with registration closing at 6 PM and an open bar from 5-6 PM.

The Awards Dinner will be under the SSCF Tiki Hut from 7-10 PM, with an open bar. 5 tickets dinner tickets are included with registration, extras available for purchase!

Tournament Details
Captain's Meeting:
Thursday, January 4, 2024
SSCF Tiki Hut
Fishing Days:
January 5, 2024
January 6, 2024
Awards Banquet:
January 6, 2024
SSCF Tiki Hut
Entry Fee:
Tournament Schedule
Wednesday
17
Dec 2025
Captain's Meeting
The Pearl
4PM - 8PM

Kick off tournament week with fellow anglers, captains, and crew. Enjoy an open bar and a fun start to the event.

Thursday
18
Dec 2025
Day 1: Weigh Station & Braggin’ Bash
Sailfish Marina Tiki
3PM - 8PM

Live music, open bar, a raw bar, and the Braggin’ Bash under the Sailfish Marina tiki.

Friday
19
Dec 2025
Day 2: Weigh Station & Kids Day
Sailfish Marina Tiki
3PM - 6PM

Music, drinks, and fun kids’ activities including hat-making, bracelet-making, and more.

Saturday
20
Dec 2025
Day 3: Weigh Station & Awards Pre-Party
Sailfish Marina Tiki
3PM - 6PM

Music, drinks, and a chance to mix, mingle, and celebrate the final day of fishing.

Saturday
20
Dec 2025
Awards Banquet
The Pearl
7PM - 12AM

Join us for the Awards Party on December 20 from 7 PM–12 AM, featuring a buffet dinner, cocktail hour with live music, the awards ceremony, and an open-bar celebration with the band.

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