37th Annual Pirate’s Cove Sailfish Classic

Event Dates:

December 11-14, 2024

Location:

Pirate’s Cove Resort & Marina
4307 SE Bayview St
Port Salerno, FL 34997

Overview:

Join us for the 37th Annual Pirate’s Cove Sailfish Classic, where you can experience world-class sailfishing with some of the best Dead Bait Sailfishing Captains and Anglers. Fish tournament-grade waters just 30 minutes from the docks and then unwind at Stuart’s best waterfront tiki bar with live music, cold beer, and amazing seafood!

Pirate’s Cove Sailfish Classic Registration:

• Early Registration (Until 11/12/2024 @ 11:59 PM): $3300
  • Includes two anglers and two non-fishing guests (four wristbands and eight dinner tickets)
• Regular Registration (Starting 11/13/2024 @ 12:00 AM): $3950
  • Includes two anglers and two non-fishing guests (four wristbands and eight dinner tickets)
• Early Additional Angler (Until 11/12/2024 @ 11:59 PM): $425
  • Includes one wristband and two dinner tickets
• Regular Additional Angler (Starting 11/13/2024 @ 12:00 AM): $480
  • Includes one wristband and two dinner tickets
• Early Additional Non-Fishing Guest (Until 11/12/2024 @ 11:59 PM): $350
  • Includes one wristband and two dinner tickets
• Regular Additional Non-Fishing Guest (Starting 11/13/2024 @ 12:00 AM): $400
  • Includes one wristband and two dinner tickets

Optional Categories:

• Gamefish Daily: $1800
  • Daily largest gamefish for each eligible species: Kingfish, Dolphin, Tuna, Wahoo
• Largest Overall Gamefish: $800
  • Largest overall gamefish for each eligible species: Kingfish, Dolphin, Tuna, Wahoo
• High Roller Largest Overall Gamefish: $2000
  • Largest overall gamefish for each eligible species: Kingfish, Dolphin, Tuna, Wahoo

Pirate’s Cove Sailfish Classic Event Schedule:

Wednesday, December 11, 2024

• 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM: Tournament check-in and late registration
• 7:00 PM: Captain’s Meeting (Manatee Room, captains must attend)
• 7:30 PM: Pirate’s Welcome Reception – Cocktail Party and hors d’oeuvres

Thursday, December 12, 2024

• 7:00 AM: Check-out begins, boats must check out with the Committee Boat
• 8:00 AM: Lines in
• 3:00 PM: Lines out
• 4:30 PM: Deadline for boats to check-in with the Committee Boat
• 5:30 PM: Deadline for boats to deliver tournament log
• 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM: Open Bar (Wristbands required)

Friday, December 13, 2024

• 7:00 AM: Check-out begins, boats must check out with the Committee Boat
• 8:00 AM: Lines in
• 3:00 PM: Lines out
• 4:30 PM: Deadline for boats to check-in with the Committee Boat
• 5:30 PM: Deadline for boats to deliver tournament log
• 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM: Open Bar (Wristbands required)

Saturday, December 14, 2024

• 7:00 AM: Check-out begins, boats must check out with the Committee Boat
• 8:00 AM: Lines in
• 3:00 PM: Lines out
• 4:30 PM: Deadline for boats to check-in with the Committee Boat
• 5:30 PM: Deadline for boats to deliver tournament log
• 6:00 PM: Open Bar & Awards Dinner by Pirate’s Cove Restaurant (Wristbands required)
• 8:30 PM: Awards Ceremony

Pirate’s Cove Sailfish Classic Awards:

• Top Male Angler
• Top Female Angler
• Top Junior Angler
• Grant Stokes Memorial Sportsmanship Award
• 1st Place Overall Boat
• 2nd Place Overall Boat
• 3rd Place Overall Boat

Prize Breakdown (based on 30 boats):

• 1st Place Overall: 50% ($13,200)
• 2nd Place Overall: 30% ($7,920)
• 3rd Place Overall: 20% ($5,280)

Come for the competition, stay for the camaraderie and fun. Register now to secure your spot in this prestigious event!

For more information on upcoming events, be sure to check the calendar on our webpage!