Fishing Tournaments at South Padre Boatyard

South Padre Boatyard Fishing Information

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South Padre Boatyard is action Central in most all major fishing tournaments in our area. Our large parking area, weigh-in station and viewing area makes us perfect for large events.

	TIFT (Texas International Fishing Tournament)
	For more than 67 years the Texas International Fishing Tournament has taken pride in creating an atmosphere of friendly fishing competition and wholesome family fun. Our five day event, scheduled for August 2 - 6, 2006, offers fishing divisions that include bay, offshore and tarpon. TIFT is open to anglers of all ages and is the largest saltwater fishing tournament in Texas.

	Ladies Kingfish Tournament
	The tournament is divided into two divisions, Bay and Offshore. Anglers fishing in the Bay Division will vie for trophies in the categories of Redfish, Trout and Flounder, while anglers in the Offshore Division complete in the categories of King, Bonito, Blackfin Tuna and Dolphin. In addition to trophies being awarded to the first four places in each category; Grand Champion Bay, Grand Champion Offshore, and Overall Largest Fish winners will also receive trophies, along with the best hard luck story for each division.