May 31, 2023
2023 Big Rock Tournament
Finally, the east coast’s most prominent sport fishing event of the year will begin on Friday, June 9th, and will run through Sunday, June 18th. This year, the 65th Big Rock Blue Marlin Tournament will be held in Morehead City, North Carolina. Whether you’re competing in the fishing tournament or simply enjoying the experience, it’s a great reason to travel to Morehead City.
(Source: The Big Rock Tournament)
About Big Rock
Let’s start off with the 2022 recap of last year’s Big Rock tournament…
The 2022 tournament hosted a fleet of 266 boats producing a RECORD-BREAKING purse totaling $5,858,875!
Expectations were high going into Day 1 & the fleet did not disappoint! Participants delivered an ACTION PACKED week with 8 blue marlin appearances & 226 billfish releases! MERCENARIA claimed the top prize of $3,489,813, an industry record after securing $777,750 in the Fabulous Fishermans division + the Super 20 division worth $1,156,000 for the 572.6lb. fish caught on Day 1 of the tournament.
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This year’s statistics are expected to be even better, as more people plan to get out on the water and experience Big Rock on a sport fisher. We’re looking forward to seeing all of the results as the tournament comes to a close next week.
(Source: The Big Rock Tournament)
2023 Big Rock Tournament Event Schedule
Friday, June 9th
5:30 – 6:30 PM: KWLA Captain’s Meeting
6:00 – 9:00 PM: KWLA Event
Saturday, June 10th
8:00 AM – 2:00 PM: KWLA Tournament Day 1
3:00 – 7:00 PM: KWLA Weigh-Ins
7:00 – 11:00 PM: Big Rock Captains Party
Sunday, June 11th
9:00 AM: Sunday Prayer Breakfast
5:00 PM: Big Rock Captains Meeting
6:00 – 9:00 PM: Pig Pickin’
Monday, June 12th
9:00 AM – 3:00 PM: Day 1
Tuesday, June 13th
9:00 AM – 3:00 PM: Day 2
Wednesday, June 14th
9:00 AM – 3:00 PM: Day 3
12:00 PM: Fuel Giveaway Drawing
6:00 – 9:00 PM: Wednesday Dinner
Thursday, June 15th
9:00 AM – 3:00 PM: Day 4
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM: Fashion For A Cause, Ladies Fashion Show
Friday, June 16th
9:00 AM – 3:00 PM: Day 5
Saturday, June 17th
9:00 AM – 3:00 PM: Day 6
Sunday, June 18th
11:00 AM – 2:00 PM: Awards Brunch
Open Yacht Tour
Only minutes away from the Big Rock we are hosting an open yacht tour for our tournament-ready 2001 Jarrett Bay 55 Convertible. Come and check out this impeccable sport fisher!
2001 Jarrett Bay 55 Convertible
“Sea Striker” is a perfect example of a fully updated Jarrett Bay that is 100% tournament ready. The boat has had an extensive refit in 2022 at Jarrett Bay Boatworks making it the most updated Jarrett Bay on the market.
Vessel Highlights:
- Furuno Omni Sonar (2022)
- Full Exterior Paint (Except Cockpit- 2022)
- New Hardtop And Frame By Carolina Custom Towers (2022)
- New Acrylic Enclosure (2022)
- New Dometic Ac Units (2023)
And Much More!
Contact Brendan Bennett
910-443-4556 | brendan@offthehookys.com