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Save the Date for Nationals in Beaufort, NC!

2026 SKA National Championship Powered by Yamaha Heading to Beaufort, NC!

Powered by Yamaha

SKA members can start making plans now — the 2026 SKA National Championship Powered by Yamaha will be held …

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Save the Date for Nationals in Beaufort, NC!

2026 SKA National Championship Powered by Yamaha Heading to Beaufort, NC!

Powered by Yamaha

SKA members can start making plans now — the 2026 SKA National Championship Powered by Yamaha will be held …

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Save the Date for Nationals in Beaufort, NC!

2026 SKA National Championship Powered by Yamaha Heading to Beaufort, NC!

Powered by Yamaha

SKA members can start making plans now — the 2026 SKA National Championship Powered by Yamaha will be held …

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Save the Date for Nationals in Beaufort, NC!

2026 SKA National Championship Powered by Yamaha Heading to Beaufort, NC!

Powered by Yamaha

SKA members can start making plans now — the 2026 SKA National Championship Powered by Yamaha will be held …

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The SKA Welcomes YAMAHA as Premier Partner

The SKA Welcomes YAMAHA as Premier Partner

Powered by Yamaha!

Hold on tight, anglers — because the Southern Kingfish Association (SKA) is fired up to announce an electrifying new partnership for …

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The SKA Welcomes YAMAHA as Premier Partner

The SKA Welcomes YAMAHA as Premier Partner

Powered by Yamaha!

Hold on tight, anglers — because the Southern Kingfish Association (SKA) is fired up to announce an electrifying new partnership for …

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Congratulations to the 2023 SKA National Champions!

Congratulations to the 2023 SKA National Champions!

Captain Randy Burton and his team, Forgiven, became the new SKA National Champions in the Open Class with 108.26 total points.

Captain Brian …

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Congratulations to the 2023 SKA National Champions!

Congratulations to the 2023 SKA National Champions!

Captain Randy Burton and his team, Forgiven, became the new SKA National Champions in the Open Class with 108.26 total points.

Captain Brian …

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Congratulations to the 2023 SKA National Champions!

Congratulations to the 2023 SKA National Champions!

Captain Randy Burton and his team, Forgiven, became the new SKA National Champions in the Open Class with 108.26 total points.

Captain Brian …

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Forgiven takes 2023 Championships with SiriusXM Marine's Fish Mapping

Forgiven takes 2023 Championships with SiriusXM Marine's Fish Mapping

SiriusXM Marine and its Fish Mapping feature helped Captain Randy Burton and his team Forgiven in their 2023 National Championship Open …

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Forgiven takes 2023 Championships with SiriusXM Marine's Fish Mapping

Forgiven takes 2023 Championships with SiriusXM Marine's Fish Mapping

SiriusXM Marine and its Fish Mapping feature helped Captain Randy Burton and his team Forgiven in their 2023 National Championship Open …

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Forgiven takes 2023 Championships with SiriusXM Marine's Fish Mapping

Forgiven takes 2023 Championships with SiriusXM Marine's Fish Mapping

SiriusXM Marine and its Fish Mapping feature helped Captain Randy Burton and his team Forgiven in their 2023 National Championship Open …

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Spotlight on Gamefish Vodka from Cape Fear Distillery

The SKA is happy to announce our newest partnership with Gamefish Vodka from the Cape fear Distillery.

Gamefish Vodka added $2,500 in Bonus Bucks to Chasin' Silver's 2022 Nationals Small Boat Class win.

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Congratulations to SKA National Champions CAUGHT SLIPPIN' and CHASIN' SILVER!

CONGRATULATIONS CAUGHT SLIPPIN' - Open Class - and CHASIN' SILVER - Small Boat Class - for becoming the NEW SKA NATIONAL CHAMPIONS!

CAUGHT SLIPPIN' and Capt. Cody Durham take home $42,662 - including $10,000 in …

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Congratulations to SKA National Champions CAUGHT SLIPPIN' and CHASIN' SILVER!

CONGRATULATIONS CAUGHT SLIPPIN' - Open Class - and CHASIN' SILVER - Small Boat Class - for becoming the NEW SKA NATIONAL CHAMPIONS!

CAUGHT SLIPPIN' and Capt. Cody Durham take home $42,662 - including $10,000 in …

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Congratulations to SKA National Champions CAUGHT SLIPPIN' and CHASIN' SILVER!

CONGRATULATIONS CAUGHT SLIPPIN' - Open Class - and CHASIN' SILVER - Small Boat Class - for becoming the NEW SKA NATIONAL CHAMPIONS!

CAUGHT SLIPPIN' and Capt. Cody Durham take home $42,662 - including $10,000 in …

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Congratulations to SKA National Champions CAUGHT SLIPPIN' and CHASIN' SILVER!

CONGRATULATIONS CAUGHT SLIPPIN' - Open Class - and CHASIN' SILVER - Small Boat Class - for becoming the NEW SKA NATIONAL CHAMPIONS!

CAUGHT SLIPPIN' and Capt. Cody Durham take home $42,662 - including $10,000 in …

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Congratulations to SKA National Champions CAUGHT SLIPPIN' and CHASIN' SILVER!

CONGRATULATIONS CAUGHT SLIPPIN' - Open Class - and CHASIN' SILVER - Small Boat Class - for becoming the NEW SKA NATIONAL CHAMPIONS!

CAUGHT SLIPPIN' and Capt. Cody Durham take home $42,662 - including $10,000 in …

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Garmin inReach Mini 2 Marine Bundle

Stay connected for up to 30 days with the inReach Mini 2 Marine Bundle from Garmin

Lightweight and compact GPS satellite communicator features advanced messaging, tracking and safety capabilities to …

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SKA FXR Pro Fish NextGen Elite Anglers

Highlighting our SKA FXR Pro Fish NextGen Elite Anglers! Cade Morgan, James Harrison, Jr., Makaila Lovett, Kolt Strickland AND SO MANY MORE! See the full list of winners.

Congratulations and hope to see you all …

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Trolling for King Mackerel: Live Bait Rigs & Downrigger Tips

Captain Gill Strelec explains some of the king mackerel live bait rigs that he likes to use when trolling with downriggers in Florida. He also shares some tips on what size downrigger weights he prefers and how far back …

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CRAWFISH Wins SKA National Championship - Takes Home Over 77,500

Team CRAWFISH Wins SKA National Championship - Takes Home Over $77,500 In Tournament Winnings

The Southern Kingfish Association just wrapped up its 2019/2020 National Championship April 16-17 …

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CRAWFISH Wins SKA National Championship - Takes Home Over 77,500

Team CRAWFISH Wins SKA National Championship - Takes Home Over $77,500 In Tournament Winnings

The Southern Kingfish Association just wrapped up its 2019/2020 National Championship April 16-17 …

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Team Big Fishing - 2019-2020 SKA Dan Schaad Family Achievement Award Winners

Get to know our 2019-2020 SKA Dan Schaad Family Achievement Award Winners 

Team Big Fishin' Scott and Michelle Harding

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Team Big Fishing - 2019-2020 SKA Dan Schaad Family Achievement Award Winners

Get to know our 2019-2020 SKA Dan Schaad Family Achievement Award Winners 

Team Big Fishin' Scott and Michelle Harding

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Congratulations Captain Mike Milewski and Team Reel Dreams on your win at the OAPB Kingfish Tournament.

Congratulations Captain Mike Milewski and Team Reel Dreams on your 1st place small boat win at the OAPB Kingfish Tournament.

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Congratulations Captain Mike Milewski and Team Reel Dreams on your win at the OAPB Kingfish Tournament.

Congratulations Captain Mike Milewski and Team Reel Dreams on your 1st place small boat win at the OAPB Kingfish Tournament.

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Congratulations Captain Mike Milewski and Team Reel Dreams on your win at the OAPB Kingfish Tournament.

Congratulations Captain Mike Milewski and Team Reel Dreams on your 1st place small boat win at the OAPB Kingfish Tournament.

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Congratulations Captain Steve Sprague and Team Tuppens /Garmin on your win at the OAPB KIngfish Tournament.

Congratulations Captain Steve Sprague and Team Tuppens / Garmin on your win at the OAPB Kingfish Tournament. Congratulations to Jason Phillips for Top Veteran Angler, Steve Sprague for Top Senior Angler and Christopher …

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Congratulations Captain Steve Sprague and Team Tuppens /Garmin on your win at the OAPB KIngfish Tournament.

Congratulations Captain Steve Sprague and Team Tuppens / Garmin on your win at the OAPB Kingfish Tournament. Congratulations to Jason Phillips for Top Veteran Angler, Steve Sprague for Top Senior Angler and Christopher …

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Congratulations Captain Steve Sprague and Team Tuppens /Garmin on your win at the OAPB KIngfish Tournament.

Congratulations Captain Steve Sprague and Team Tuppens / Garmin on your win at the OAPB Kingfish Tournament. Congratulations to Jason Phillips for Top Veteran Angler, Steve Sprague for Top Senior Angler and Christopher …

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Congratulations Captain Steve Sprague and Team Tuppens /Garmin on your win at the OAPB KIngfish Tournament.

Congratulations Captain Steve Sprague and Team Tuppens / Garmin on your win at the OAPB Kingfish Tournament. Congratulations to Jason Phillips for Top Veteran Angler, Steve Sprague for Top Senior Angler and Christopher …

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Congratulations Captain Steve Sprague and Team Tuppens /Garmin on your win at the OAPB KIngfish Tournament.

Congratulations Captain Steve Sprague and Team Tuppens / Garmin on your win at the OAPB Kingfish Tournament. Congratulations to Jason Phillips for Top Veteran Angler, Steve Sprague for Top Senior Angler and Christopher …

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Congratulations Captain Steve Sprague and Team Tuppens /Garmin on your win at the OAPB KIngfish Tournament.

Congratulations Captain Steve Sprague and Team Tuppens / Garmin on your win at the OAPB Kingfish Tournament. Congratulations to Jason Phillips for Top Veteran Angler, Steve Sprague for Top Senior Angler and Christopher …

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NEW Ways To Win BIG On The Tournament Trail In 2021

We are excited to kick off our 2021 SKA Tournament Trail and celebrate our 30th anniversary. As well all know the last year was tough on our anglers, tournaments, and sponsors. The pandemic took its toll on …

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2021 Division 10 - Schedule

Division 10 will kick off the 2021 Tournament Trail and our 30th year celebration! 

We have exciting news and updates to share for the new season! 

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2020 Miami International Boat Show

February 13-17, 2020. 

Show Hours:

Thursday - Sunday

10 AM - 6PM

Monday 10 AM - 5Pm 

This year at the Miami International Boat Show there will about 100,000 people …

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TIDE LINE WINS US OPEN FOR THE SECOND TIME!

Capt Dieter Cardwell and crew aboard the Tide Line scaled a 37.20 on day 2 of the US Open to claim 1st place and score a check over $108,000.  Tide Line also won the US Open in 2000 with a 39.85-pound …

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Mercury and Garmin at the Miami Boat Show!

If your in town for the Miami Boat Show check out the Mercury and Garmin booths. Two of our sponsors for the SKA.

more info on the Miami Boat Show -http://www.miamiboatshow.com/

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SiriusXM Marine
PointClickFish
Aftco
Loadmaster
Mustang Survival
Rapid Fishing Solutions
Gamefish Vodka
Ocean Tamer Marine Bean Bags
Burnewiin
Tuppens Marine & Tackle
Blue Water Candy Lures
Yamaha
Battery Tender

Tournament Trail Partners