SFC Carrier Cup Charleston 2026

The SFC Carrier Cup is a premier fishing tournament in Charleston, South Carolina and part of the Sport Fishing Championship, a professional fishing league hosting events across the United States. Held May 29–31, 2026 at Patriots Point in Mount Pleasant, this event brings together elite offshore fishing teams, competitive anglers, and fans for a full weekend of championship-level competition and entertainment.The event schedule includes:Competition Day 1 on Friday, May 295:00 AM: Boat Departures8:00 AM – 5:00 PM: Fishing Hours7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Brian Kelley Concert8:00 PM: Return to MarinaCompetition Day 2 on Saturday, May 305:00 AM: Boat Departures8:00 AM – 5:00 PM: Fishing Hours8:00 PM: Return to MarinaChampionship Sunday on May 315:00 AM: Boat Departures8:00 AM – 5:00 PM: Fishing Hours8:00 PM: Return to MarinaThe Carrier Cup features offshore fishing competition, live broadcasts, watch parties, and a live concert, creating one of the top fishing tournament experiences in the country. Visitors can explore and book official SFC Experiences powered by Guidesly, the official booking partner of the Sport Fishing Championship, including tournament access, fan experiences, and event activities throughout championship weekend.

Official Sport Fishing Championship Event • May 29–31, 2026

Sport Fishing Championship Experiences bring fans and anglers closer to the action of professional fishing competition across the United States. As the official booking partner, Guidesly connects you to exclusive access, event experiences, and tournament week opportunities built around the Sport Fishing Championship season. From high-energy fishing championship events to curated hospitality and VIP access, each experience is designed to complement the excitement of sportfishing at the highest level. Whether you’re attending a major tournament, exploring a destination like Key West, or looking to be part of a premier sportfishing championship event, these packages provide a seamless way to participate. Each event is part of a larger sport fishing championship series, featuring elite teams, competitive offshore fishing, and multi-day tournament formats. Guests can explore schedule-based experiences, including tournament viewing, exclusive gatherings, and access to official SFC events. SFC Experiences powered by Guidesly are built for both passionate anglers and fans looking to experience the energy of a professional fishing championship environment. With event-driven offerings tied to tournament schedules, locations, and seasonal highlights, every experience is aligned with the official Sport Fishing Championship calendar. Discover upcoming events, explore tournament locations, and secure your place within one of the most exciting sportfishing championship platforms in the world.

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Join us aboard the iconic USS Yorktown for a special live performance by Brian Kelley as the Carrier Cup brings the offshore fishing world to Charleston. 6:00 PM – Doors Open  7:00 PM – Live Music Begins  8:29 PM – Sunset Over the Harbor  Boats are encouraged to anchor alongside the iconic USS Yorktown for the ultimate party cove experience. Concert audio will be projected directly across the harbor so guests on the water can enjoy the show from their boats.  Don’t forget to deck out your boat in red, white, and blue and join the patriotic celebration on the water!

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Experience Championship Sunday at the SFC Carrier Cup Watch Party in Charleston, South Carolina, the final day of one of the premier fishing tournaments in the United States. This official SFC Experience is powered by Guidesly, the official booking partner of the Sport Fishing Championship, giving fans access to the most exciting moments of tournament competition and final results. As teams make their last push offshore, guests can follow the action through live coverage and experience the energy of a professional fishing tournament during its most decisive day. This watch party is ideal for spectators and fans who want to witness the conclusion of championship competition in a lively and social setting. Book your official Sport Fishing Championship experience through Guidesly to be part of Championship Sunday and the final moments of the Carrier Cup.

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The Atlantic division champion will be crowned and two clubs will punch their ticket to Cabo San Luc

The MidAtlantic 2026 is the final regular-season event of the Sportfishing Championship (SFC) Atlantic Division and one of the most important offshore fishing tournaments of the year.Held August 21–23, 2026 in Ocean City, Maryland, this championship stop will crown the Atlantic Division Champion and award two coveted berths into the Zane Grey Championship Playoff in Cabo San Lucas.Hosted at the iconic Sunset Marina, The MidAtlantic delivers an unmatched tournament atmosphere where elite offshore teams compete at the highest level. The energy extends from the docks to Teasers Bar, the central hub for strategy, team gatherings, and post-fishing celebration.With playoff spots on the line, every day offshore matters. Teams will battle for critical points, division standings, and a chance to advance toward the ultimate SFC championship stage in Cabo.Sportfishing Championship will bring the SFC Studio on the road, providing live tournament coverage, weigh-in updates, dockside interviews, leaderboard tracking, and exclusive behind-the-scenes content throughout the event.The MidAtlantic also highlights the partnership between Sportfishing Championship and Guidesly, helping elevate competitive offshore fishing through expanded media coverage, digital engagement, and fan access.This is where the Atlantic Division is decided. Two teams go to Cabo. One becomes champion.Full schedule coming soon.

Official Sport Fishing Championship Event • Aug 21 - 23, 2026

Rhode Island Offshore Invitational 2026 makes its debut on the Sportfishing Championship (SFC) schedule as the Rhode Island Breakers Angling Club hosts its inaugural home event in Newport, Rhode Island.Held July 24–26, 2026, this exciting Atlantic Division showdown brings elite offshore teams to the legendary Northeast canyon waters for one of the most important tournaments of the season.With the Atlantic Division Championship approaching, the pressure is on as teams battle for critical standings points and a potential spot in the prestigious Zane Grey Championship Playoffs.Sportfishing Championship will bring the SFC Studio on the road, delivering live tournament coverage, dockside interviews, weigh-in updates, leaderboard coverage, and exclusive behind-the-scenes content throughout the event.The Rhode Island Offshore Invitational also highlights the partnership between Sportfishing Championship and Guidesly, helping grow competitive offshore fishing through expanded digital engagement, media coverage, and fan connectivity.From offshore action to championship implications, Newport becomes the center of Atlantic Division sportfishing this summer.Schedule of events coming soon.

Official Sport Fishing Championship Event • July 24 - 26, 2026

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The jewel of the Northern Abacos continues to welcome generation after generation of elite sportfish

Walker’s Cay Open 2026 brings the Sportfishing Championship (SFC) Atlantic Division to one of the most legendary billfishing destinations in the world—Walker’s Cay, located at the northernmost point of the Abacos.Steeped in history and known for producing some of the most iconic moments in offshore fishing, Walker’s Cay sets the stage for a high-energy, multi-day tournament where Atlantic Division clubs battle for glory in true bluewater fashion. The island’s famous gantry awaits the next team to “Capture The Flag,” continuing one of sportfishing’s most celebrated traditions.Last season, Captain Blaine Birch and the New Jersey Sea Birds Angling Club claimed victory and climbed the gantry. In 2026, all eyes are on whether they can repeat—or if a new champion will rise in the Abacos.Across four days of competition, teams will fish world-class waters filled with billfish and pelagic species, while fans follow live updates, daily leaders, and championship moments through SFC coverage.Sportfishing Championship will once again bring the SFC Studio on the road, delivering live tournament coverage, weigh-ins, dockside interviews, leaderboard updates, and exclusive behind-the-scenes content throughout the event.This event also continues the partnership between Sportfishing Championship and Guidesly, helping elevate competitive offshore fishing through expanded media reach, digital storytelling, and fan engagement. Schedule of EventsMay 14 (Thursday) – Media Day &amp; Opening Events Media Day, registration, captain’s meeting, and opening celebration set the tone for the tournament weekend.May 15 (Friday) – Competition Day 1 First day of fishing action across the Abacos with lines in, offshore competition, and evening scales.May 16 (Saturday) – Competition Day 2 High-stakes fishing continues as teams push for leaderboard position and daily wins.May 17 (Sunday) – Championship Sunday Final day of competition followed by the official awards dinner and championship celebration.Walker’s Cay Open is more than a tournament—it’s a tradition, a proving ground, and one of the most iconic stops in all of Atlantic sportfishing.

Official Sport Fishing Championship Event • May 15 - 17, 2026

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Hurricane Hole Louisiana Open 2026 brings the Sportfishing Championship (SFC) Gulf Division back to where it all began—Grand Isle, Louisiana, the site of the very first SFC tournament five years ago.Held August 28–30, 2026, this penultimate Gulf Division stop is one of the most anticipated and culturally rich events on the entire SFC calendar. Deep in the heart of the Bayou, Hurricane Hole has grown into a signature tradition that blends elite offshore competition with unmistakable Louisiana energy.From the moment teams arrive, the atmosphere is unlike any other stop in the series. The event is known for its signature kickoff celebrations, including a marching band opening parade, live jazz trumpet national anthem, and a dockside scene filled with crawfish boils, helicopters, and nonstop coastal action. It’s a tournament experience as much as it is a cultural celebration.On the water, teams face classic Gulf conditions as they battle for critical late-season points in the Gulf Division standings. With the championship race tightening, every bite offshore carries weight toward playoff positioning and season momentum.Sportfishing Championship will once again bring the SFC Studio on the road, delivering live coverage, weigh-ins, dockside interviews, leaderboard updates, and exclusive behind-the-scenes tournament storytelling throughout the weekend.This event also continues the partnership between Sportfishing Championship and Guidesly, strengthening competitive offshore fishing through expanded media coverage, digital engagement, and fan connection.The Hurricane Hole Louisiana Open is where tradition, culture, and competition collide—an iconic stop that defines the spirit of the Gulf Division.Full schedule coming soon.

Official Sport Fishing Championship Event • Aug 28 - 30, 2026

Hurricane Hole Louisiana Open

Bay Point Billfish Open

Bay Point Billfish Open 2026 returns to Florida’s Emerald Coast as one of the premier offshore fishing tournaments of the Gulf Coast season. Hosted as an official Sportfishing Championship (SFC) Gulf Division event, this highly anticipated tournament brings together elite blue marlin teams, offshore anglers, and competitive Gulf Coast crews for three days of world-class sportfishing action.Sportfishing Championship will once again bring the SFC Studio on the road, delivering live tournament coverage, dockside interviews, weigh-in updates, leaderboard coverage, and exclusive behind-the-scenes content throughout the event weekend.This event also highlights the partnership between Sportfishing Championship and Guidesly, helping grow competitive offshore fishing through expanded digital engagement, media coverage, and audience reach.Held June 25–27, 2026, the Bay Point Billfish Open marks one of the most important Gulf Division stops of the season and the easternmost traditional Gulf blue marlin tournament featured on the SFC calendar.Schedule of events coming soon.

Official Sport Fishing Championship Event • June 25 - 27, 2026

Biloxi Mississippi Open

The Mississippi Blues Home event marks the second stop on the Gulf division calendar in 2026

Biloxi Mississippi Open 2026 brings the Sportfishing Championship (SFC) Gulf Division to the heart of Mississippi for a key summer offshore fishing tournament stop.Held June 12–14, 2026, this event places the Gulf Division back in Biloxi for its second appearance on the SFC schedule, delivering high-stakes competition in one of the most productive inshore-to-offshore fishing regions on the Gulf Coast.Last year, the Third Coast Renegades Angling Club claimed victory just down the road in Gulfport. That winning roster—led by Captain Adam McGugin and Angler Adam Davidson—now competes under the Mississippi Blues Angling Club banner in 2026, adding even more intensity and storyline depth to this year’s matchup. With Gulfport serving as the Blues’ home event, Mississippi waters are set for a dramatic showdown.Teams will battle through critical summer conditions as they target Gulf species and chase valuable division points in the Sportfishing Championship standings. Every fish matters as the Gulf Division race tightens heading into the final stretch of the season.Sportfishing Championship will bring the SFC Studio on the road, delivering live coverage, weigh-in updates, dockside interviews, leaderboard tracking, and exclusive behind-the-scenes tournament content throughout the weekend.This event also continues the partnership between Sportfishing Championship and Guidesly, helping elevate competitive offshore fishing through expanded media coverage, digital engagement, and fan experiences.Biloxi becomes a centerpiece of Gulf Coast sportfishing once again—where rivalries, redemption, and momentum all collide.Schedule of events coming soon.

Official Sport Fishing Championship Event • June 12 - 14, 2026

Cape Cod Bluewater Classic

The organizers of the Oak Bluffs Bluewater Classic team up with Lights Out Boston to host their home

Cape Cod Bluewater Classic 2026 brings the Sportfishing Championship (SFC) Atlantic Division back to the legendary waters of Cape Cod, where big water meets even bigger stakes in one of the most iconic bluewater fisheries in the Northeast.Organized by Damon Sacco of the Oak Bluffs Bluewater Classic, this premier offshore tournament showcases the Lights Out Boston Angling Club’s home waters—renowned for giant bluefin tuna, aggressive billfish action, and some of the most productive offshore grounds on the Atlantic coast.In 2025, Cape Cod delivered one of the most explosive billfish bites the Northeast has seen in over a decade. The hometown Lights Out squad made history with an SFC-record 47 releases, setting the bar for offshore dominance in the Atlantic Division.Now in 2026, the pressure is even higher as teams return to chase critical division points in deep blue Atlantic waters where conditions can change fast and opportunities come even faster. With championship implications building, Cape Cod becomes a defining stop in the Atlantic season.Sportfishing Championship will once again bring the SFC Studio on the road, delivering live coverage, weigh-in updates, dockside interviews, leaderboard tracking, and exclusive behind-the-scenes tournament storytelling throughout the event.This event also continues the partnership between Sportfishing Championship and Guidesly, strengthening the reach of competitive offshore fishing through expanded media, digital engagement, and fan connection.Cape Cod Bluewater Classic stands as one of the most demanding and rewarding stops on the SFC calendar—where history is made in real time on the edge of the continental shelf.Schedule of events coming soon.

Official Sport Fishing Championship Event • July 17 - 19, 2026

Texas Billfish Open 2026 brings the Sportfishing Championship (SFC) Gulf Division deep into the heart of Texas for a true hometown showdown hosted by the reigning 2025 SFC Champions, the Texas Lone Stars Angling Club.Held August 14–16, 2026 in Port Aransas, Texas, this highly anticipated offshore tournament transforms one of the Gulf Coast’s most versatile fishing hubs into a battleground for elite sportfishing teams chasing critical late-season points.Port A is known as both an inshore paradise and a strategic offshore gateway. From its inlet, teams push toward distant oil rigs nearly 100 miles offshore, along with additional floating structures further out that regularly attract blue marlin and other pelagic species. These unique Texas waters create a dynamic and unpredictable playing field unlike anywhere else in the Gulf Division.A key storyline heading into 2026 is the potential implementation of a competition boundary—common in many Texas tournaments—which could significantly influence target species strategy and ultimately determine how teams approach the fishery. Whether anglers focus on billfish, tuna, or mixed pelagic opportunities, adaptability will be the difference between victory and defeat.As defending champions, the Texas Lone Stars Angling Club returns home with momentum, but the rest of the Gulf Division arrives ready to challenge their stronghold in Texas waters.Sportfishing Championship will once again bring the SFC Studio on the road, delivering live coverage, weigh-ins, dockside interviews, leaderboard updates, and exclusive behind-the-scenes tournament storytelling throughout the event.This event also continues the partnership between Sportfishing Championship and Guidesly, expanding competitive offshore fishing through enhanced media coverage, digital engagement, and fan connection.The Texas Billfish Open is where strategy meets raw offshore power—deep water, distant rigs, and championship pressure collide in one of the most unique stops on the SFC calendar.Full schedule coming soon.

Official Sport Fishing Championship Event • Aug 14 - 16, 2026

Texas Billfish Open

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Zane Grey Championship Playoffs 2026 is the ultimate finale of the Sportfishing Championship (SFC) season, where the top Gulf and Atlantic Division clubs meet in Cabo San Lucas for the league title.Held October 17–18, 2026, this championship event delivers high-stakes offshore action in one of the most unique billfish fisheries in the world. Cabo’s scoring system includes blue marlin, striped marlin, and black marlin, creating nonstop leaderboard shifts and championship pressure from start to finish.The famed Finger Banks produce steady striped marlin action, while deeper waters always hold the potential for game-changing blue or black marlin that can decide the title in a single moment.Last season, a late blue marlin release from the Texas Lone Stars Angling Club secured the championship in dramatic fashion, proving how quickly everything can change in Cabo.After fishing, teams gather at Corazón Cabo Resort &amp; Spa, the official host resort for the third consecutive year, where the rooftop celebration closes out the season as champions are crowned.Sportfishing Championship will bring the SFC Studio on site for live coverage, weigh-ins, interviews, leaderboard updates, and full championship storytelling.Schedule to come.

Official Sport Fishing Championship Event • Oct 17 - 18, 2026

Zane Grey Championship Playoff

MBGFC Labor Day Invitational

The Mobile Big Game Fishing Club in Orange Beach, Alabama, home to many of the top billfish teams in

MBGFC Labor Day Invitational 2026 marks the final stop of the Sportfishing Championship (SFC) Gulf Division regular season and one of the most important offshore fishing tournaments on the calendar.Held in Orange Beach, Alabama, this championship event closes out the Gulf Division season in the heart of Gulf Coast sportfishing—where elite teams, legendary docks, and deep-rooted fishing culture come together.The Mobile Big Game Fishing Club (MBGFC) and Orange Beach Marina serve as the home of this iconic event, widely recognized as one of the most prestigious hubs in American sportfishing. Many of the Gulf’s top teams, including multiple SFC competitors, keep their home slips right here in Orange Beach, making this a true hometown showdown.With the Gulf Division Championship on the line, every fish matters. Teams will battle offshore for final standings, season points, and championship positioning in one of the most competitive fishing environments in the country.Sportfishing Championship will bring the SFC Studio on the road once again, delivering live coverage, weigh-in updates, dockside interviews, leaderboard tracking, and exclusive behind-the-scenes tournament content throughout the weekend.This event also highlights the partnership between Sportfishing Championship and Guidesly, helping expand competitive offshore fishing through stronger media coverage, digital engagement, and fan access.Orange Beach becomes the center of Gulf sportfishing as the regular season comes to a dramatic close.Full schedule coming soon.

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