ABACOS - THE BAHAMAS
The inaugural Sea Spray Wahoo Tournament, held from March 6-8, 2025, was a resounding success, bringing together anglers from near and far for an unforgettable fishing experience. The event was marked by impressive catches, with the team from Can Do Sportfishing earning accolades for landing the heaviest wahoo on both Friday and Saturday, as well as securing first place overall.
Participants and spectators alike enjoyed the camaraderie, competitive spirit, and the beautiful surroundings of Sea Spray Resort & Marina.
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who participated, supported, and contributed to making this event memorable. We look forward to welcoming you back next year for another exciting tournament. Stay tuned for updates, and until then, tight lines!
For more details and future announcements, please visit our official tournament page.
March 6-8, 2025
Call 843.735.9814 or 242.577.4696 or Registration in Person at the Captain's Meeting.
March 6, 5:30pm
March 8, 7:30pm at Sea Spray Resort & Marina
$500 per day for biggest fish. $1,500 for the aggregate up to four fish split 60/30/10.
$2500 – Teams may register for the tournament online at seasprayresortandmarina.com or call Chris Higgs at 843-735-9814
All entry forms must be completely filled out by all participants. ALL ANGLERS MUST HAVE A VALID BAHAMAS FISHING & CRUISING LICENSE!
75 miles from Sea Spray Marina
Wahoo
7:00 A.M.
5:00 P.M.
The tournament committee will operate on Channel 65. Channel 72 will be used as an alternate. All discussions among competitors should be conducted on alternate channels.
A maximum of 3 Wahoo can be weighed in per boat each day. Each fish must weigh a minimum of 20 lbs. Fish that do not meet these requirements will not count. A combined total aggregate weight of the two biggest fish per day. All fish must be weighed in fresh and edible condition. No mutilated fish or frozen fish scored.
All fish must be caught on rod and reel. A maximum of six (06) rods per boat may be fished at one time. NO LIVE BAIT.
The scale will open at 3:00 PM. At Sea Spray Marina All fish must be brought to the weigh station in the boat that they were caught on. Transferring of fish to another boat will result in disqualification. All decisions of the weighmaster are final.
The tournament director reserves the right to implement his discretion at any time during the tournament as it may apply to the rules or any other circumstance that should arise during the course of the event.
Cheating will result in immediate disqualification. This tournament is on your honor.
In the event that weather conditions arise deemed unsafe for the average registered boat, by the tournament officials, the tournament may be called off for that day. Any notice of cancellation will be broadcast on channel 65. If a day is weathered out, the tournament will be moved to a one-day tournament. It is expressly understood that the permitting of fishing by tournament officials does not ensure the safety of registered anglers or any other occupants of their vessels. Captains, anglers, and all other members of registered boats must determine in their own judgment whether to fish under the given conditions based on factors including but not limited to the seaworthiness of their boat and their own seamanship.
Tournament scoring is a points system. EACH TEAM CAN WEIGH UP TO 3 WAHOO PER DAY. The minimum tournament eligible weight to score is 20 pounds. 1 point per pound is awarded. The Two largest WAHOO per day will count as scoring fish. Total fish count per day not to exceed maximum bag limits per target species as set by Ministry of Fisheries, Commonwealth of the Bahamas. The highest AGGREGATE score of the 2 fishing days determines the overall first, second and third place winners, based on 60/30/10 split. As a result of a tie, the boat that weighed in earliest on time on the second fishing day will be declared the WINNER. Additionally there will be a prize awarded both days for the HEAVIEST WAHOO CAUGHT.
Sea Spray Resort & Marina has been awarded the 2023 Boater’s Choice Award. This prestigious accolade highlights the marina’s commitment to providing guests with exceptional experiences.
