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ISLAMORADA, Florida Keys (July 1, 2025) — When 16-year-old Marina Daniel of Key Largo hauled in a 21.1-pound mahi, she delivered the biggest fish of the tournament and helped propel Team “The Reel Deal” to victory at the University of Miami Sports …

ISLAMORADA, Florida Keys (July 1, 2025) — Stormy conditions did not deter thirty anglers on Thursday, June 26 during the Islamorada Fishing Club’s Captains Cup Dolphin Tournament. The teams headed out from Islamorada to capture dolphin …

ISLAMORADA, Florida Keys (June 23, 2025) — Ninety lady anglers aboard thirty boats hit the water on June 7 for the Florida Keys Elks Lodge’s 11th Annual Ladies Dolphin Tournament, presented by Townsend Plumbing, in pursuit of the heaviest combined …

KEY LARGO, Florida Keys (June 23, 2025) — Anglers from across Florida and beyond competed in the 11th Annual Skippers Dolphin Tournament, held May 30 to June 1 out of Skippers Dockside Restaurant in Key Largo. With 63 boats and 231 anglers on …

ISLAMORADA, Florida Keys  — The fish were biting and the lines were flying as lady anglers hauled in a whopping 110 offshore fish during the 2025 Ladies Let’s Go Fishing Screamin’ Reels Tournament, held May 16–18 in the beautiful waters of …

MARATHON, Florida Keys (June 2, 2025) – This Father’s Day, give Dad what he really wants – permission to go fishin’ at the 39th Annual Father’s Day Dolphin Derby, set for Saturday, June 14. The popular Marathon tournament brings together families, …

Tavernier, Florida Keys (May 21, 2025) — It’s time for ladies to grab their rods, rally their crew, and get ready for some friendly, competitive fishing with a purpose. Hosted by the Florida Keys Elks Lodge 1872 and presented by Townsend Plumbing, …

MARATHON, Florida Keys  – Sunshine, spirited competition, and a shared commitment to community brought more than 100 local and visiting anglers aboard 30 boats to Marathon in the Middle Florida Keys for the 19th Annual Mother’s Day Dolphin …

ISLAMORADA, Florida Keys – How to fish floating objects including offshore weed lines, and angling secrets for success in the Florida Keys’ Hawk Channel, are just a few of the expert fishing tips to be discussed at a popular angling seminar set for …

Captain Brian Cone of Tavernier, Florida, led his team aboard Trophy Hunter to the win at the 35th annual Cheeca Lodge and Spa Presidential Sailfish Tournament that ended Jan. 19 in Islamorada.Trophy Hunter anglers Mark and Brandon Mitchell and …

Islamorada’s Captain Robert Collins led team Back in Business to first place in the Islamorada Fishing Club Captain’s Cup Sailfish Tournament that ended Jan. 15.The Back in Business team released nine sailfish on the contest’s single day of fishing, …

For enthusiastic anglers, spring means silver kings in the Florida Keys, perfect for participants in Marathon’s annual Tarponian Tournament slated for April 26-30.The high-energy tournament, filled with camaraderie and fun with other like-minded …

The fun-filled backcountry fishing challenge known as the Swamp Guides Ball is set for Jan. 31 through Feb. 1 in Islamorada. The 35th annual all-release tournament targets redfish, snook and bonefish.All anglers are welcome to compete and are not …

The Salt Water Sportsman National Seminar Series is set to return to the Florida Keys Saturday, Feb. 8, at the Coral Shores Performing Arts Center, mile marker 89.9 oceanside in Islamorada.The 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. educational event is to cover “how-to” …

The Islamorada Women’s Sailfish Tournament celebrates its 40th year, as well as its new affiliation with the Ladies, Let’s Go Fishing organization, Jan. 31 through Feb. 2 in Islamorada.The tournament kickoff party, silent auction and raffle are set …

ISLAMORADA, Florida Keys — Anglers from North Carolina and the Florida Keys, fishing on Carolina Reel Men with Captain Sean O’Donnell of Islamorada, clinched their win at the Islamorada Sailfish Tournament that concluded Sunday, Dec. 8.Jonathan …

Angling teams targeting kingfish can vie for mastery and substantial cash prizes Wednesday through Sunday, Jan. 15-19, during the 2025 Key West Kingfish Mayhem tournament.The event takes place in the waters where sizeable king mackerel, also called …

Jan. 3-4: Fish for Holly Sailfish Tournament. Islamorada. Created to raise money for Keys scholarships and domestic violence initiatives, this memorial tournament honors the late Holly Given, a Keys resident and avid angler. Participants gather at …

Teen and ‘tween competitors can pair with experienced Florida Keys captains and mates for fun-loving competition Friday through Sunday, Dec. 13-15, at the 60th annual Islamorada Junior Sailfish Tournament.A kick-off party is planned Friday, Dec. 13, …

In recognition of Veterans Day, anglers are to join with war heroes to pursue some of the world’s most sought-after game fish for trophies and prizes during the 12th annual Cheeca Lodge All-American Backcountry Fishing Tournament, scheduled Nov. 7-9 …

A wife-and-husband duo from Tavernier, Florida, earned top honors at Key Largo’s annual Take Stock in Children Backcountry Challenge that ended Oct. 6. Despite rainy weather, participants fished night and day from Friday night to Sunday afternoon in …

James Bokor Jr. of Buffalo, New York, earned the master angler award at the 2024 Herman Lucerne Memorial Tournament that ended Sept. 22.Eighty-two anglers, both guided and unguided, fished on 53 boats within the boundaries of Everglades National …

Veteran anglers and competitive newcomers are gearing up for the 54th annual Islamorada Fall All-Tackle Bonefish & Permit Championship scheduled Monday through Wednesday, Oct. 14-16.The fishing challenge includes up to 25 participants fishing in …

Anglers of all ages can join the Take Stock in Children Backcountry Challenge, an Upper Keys event that has combined community and families with fishing and fundraising for 24 years. Presented by the Rotary Club of Key Largo, the 2024 tournament is …

Floating greens, golf boats and biodegradable fish-food golf balls highlight the annual “par-tee” on the water during the popular Conch Scramble charity golf tournament set for Saturday, Sept. 28, in Islamorada.A full field of 50 teams has entered …

Two blue marlin releases earned first place for the Don’t Blink team at the Key West Marlin Tournament that ended Saturday, July 20, off the Florida Keys.Chris Hagin of Tampa, Florida, released both blues on the second day of the three-day …

Mike Ward of Spokane, Washington, caught and released five permit to earn 700 points and the title of grand champion angler at the 2024 Del Brown Permit Tournament that ended July 17.Ward and his captain, Brandon Cyr of Key West, Florida, tallied …

The new July 14 “bonus” lobster sport season day for Florida residents, the two-day spiny lobster sport season July 24-25, and the Aug. 6 beginning of the traditional lobster harvesting season are quickly approaching and Florida Keys officials want …

Team Off the Rock earned first place in the Florida Keys PBA Dolphin Tournament after Mark Palumbo of Naples, Florida, boated a 34.30-pound dolphin fish. Hosted by volunteers on behalf of the Florida Keys Police Benevolent Association, the …

One hundred forty-four anglers on 34 boats competed alongside sports personalities in the University of Miami Sports Hall of Fame & Museum Celebrity Fishing Tournament that ended June 22 in Islamorada.Winners were determined by the combined …