The 2025 South Florida sailfish tournament season is officially at the halfway mark, and while fishing has been slower than in years past, turnout remains strong—and the season is far from over. Shorter cold fronts have shaped conditions so far, but with more tournaments still ahead, momentum is building heading into the heart of sailfish season.
Pirate’s Cove Sailfish Classic
An early-season benchmark, the Pirate’s Cove Sailfish Classic delivered solid results despite challenging conditions and variable weather.
Overall Results
- 1st Place: Lo Que Sea — 58’ Paul Mann (29 releases)
- 2nd Place: Fore Reel — 59’ Spencer (23 releases)
- 3rd Place: Game Changer — 60’ Spencer (20 releases)
Pelican Yacht Club Invitational
The Pelican Yacht Club Invitational showcased strong performances from experienced teams, with custom and production boats battling it out across consistent sailfish action.
Top Finishers
- 1st Place: Easy Rider — 64’ Spencer Yachts (1,500 points)
- 2nd Place: Cowdawg — 65’ Willis (1,200 points)
- 3rd Place: Ring Leader — 65’ Lyman-Morse (1,000 points)
Silver Sailfish Derby
The iconic Silver Sailfish Derby, a two-day format rewarded consistency and execution, with tight margins separating the leaderboard.
Final Standings
- 1st Place: Native Son — 60’ Hatteras (8 total)
- 2nd Place: Priceless — 48’ Viking (7 total)
- 3rd Place: No Choos / Reel Intense — 41’ Bahama (6 total)
Operation Sailfish – Quest for the Crest (Leg I)
A standout moment of the season so far, Black Book Charters’ own 61’ Chadwick captured 1st place in Leg I of the Quest for the Crest Sailfish Series, Operation Sailfish.
Top Teams
- 1st Place: Reel Deal — 10 points
- 2nd Place: Priceless — 9 points
- 3rd Place: Viva — 8 points
Buccaneer Cup
The Buccaneer Cup rounded out the mid-season stretch with strong participation and competitive scoring.
Top Finishers
- 1st Place: Debaitable — 75’ F&S (2,600 points)
- 2nd Place: Fish On — 48’ Viking (2,200 points)
- 3rd Place: Day Sea — 55’ Valhalla (2,000 points)
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Fleet Highlights: Tournament-Ready Performance
Several Black Book Charters vessels have already made their mark this season, reinforcing the depth and versatility of the fleet.
- 61’ Chadwick — First-place finish at Operation Sailfish (Quest for the Crest, Leg I), proving once again why Carolina-built platforms excel in tournament conditions.
- Spencer & Viking Builds — Multiple podium finishes across Pirate’s Cove, Pelican Yacht Club Invitational, and Silver Sailfish Derby continue to prove these builds are effective, tournament-ready platforms.
- Tournament-Optimized Programs — From kite fishing and dredge fishing to full competitive sailfish spreads, the fleet continues to deliver consistent results despite slower overall bite conditions.
Every vessel in the Black Book fleet is privately owned, captain-maintained, and fished to owner standards—giving anglers access to proven programs without compromise.
Looking Ahead
With colder weather patterns continuing and multiple tournaments still on the horizon, South Florida sailfish season is far from finished. The second half of the season often rewards patience, preparation, and the right platform.
Want to fish an upcoming Florida sailfish tournament? You still can.
Contact Black Book Charters to secure availability aboard one of our tournament-ready vessels.
