Join us for the First Annual
Big Bass Brawl —
Nantucket Striper Showdown!
This inaugural tournament celebrates the island’s rich surfcasting heritage.
Anglers of all levels are invited to compete for the top honors based on the combined total length of your three largest bass — Three Bass. One Champion. All for a Great Cause.
Proceeds from the tournament will be donated to the August Blues fundraiser, benefitting Parent Project Muscular Dystrophy.
October 24- November 17, 2025
$500 Champion Prize
Tournament Rules
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Artificial lures only — no live bait!!!
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Land-based fishing only. Eligible catches must be made from shore, jetty, or wade-in surf — no boats or kayaks.
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Species: Striped Bass only.
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Tackle: Fish must be caught on rod and reel.
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Scoring: The overall champion will be determined by the total combined length of their three longest striped bass. In the event of a tie in total length, the angler who first achieved the leading score (based on timestamp of their final qualifying submission) will be declared the winner.
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Measurement:
- Use a flexible measuring device (tape or bump board) with numbers clearly visible.
- Fish must be measured flat with the nose aligned to the zero mark. -
Photo evidence:
- Each photo must clearly show the fish, measuring device, and a visible beach or shoreline background, otherwise the entry will not be counted. -
Submission deadline:
- Entries must be submitted within 6 hours of the catch.
- The original photo file (with its embedded time data) must be uploaded to verify the catch time.
- Entries submitted after the 6-hour window will not be eligible for scoring.
Tournament Links
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George Rogers with his catch of three largest striped bass in Sconset (1934)