Mark your calendars, registration is NOW OPEN for the third annual IGFA Open at the world-renowned Marina Pez Vela. Join us March 11–13, 2027, for an elite billfish tournament that combines world-class fishing, legendary hospitality, and strict IGFA rules for a truly exceptional angling experience. As always scoring will be provided by @CatchStat, and all proceeds support the IGFA, so whether you’re fishing with your own team or chartering locally, this tournament is your chance to compete at the highest level while supporting the IGFA’s mission.

Less than a month until the IGFA Open returns to Costa Rica. 🔥 Held March 12-14 at Marina Pez Vela in Quepos, the IGFA Open is a premier billfish tournament that celebrates one of the world’s greatest fisheries, is fished under IGFA rules, and supports global conservation and education efforts. Don't miss out! Top teams are already registered, the competition is heating up, and CatchStat will deliver official live scoring all week. Registration is open — secure your spot now! bit.ly/48J5Fmb

🏆𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐦 𝐆𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢 𝐖𝐢𝐧𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐚𝐮𝐠𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐈𝐆𝐅𝐀 𝐎𝐩𝐞𝐧! 🏆 The IGFA Open made a spectacular debut at Marina Pez Vela, Quepos, Costa Rica, with over 𝟏,𝟎𝟎𝟎 𝐟𝐢𝐬𝐡 𝐜𝐚𝐮𝐠𝐡𝐭, including 988 billfish! After an intense competition, Team Galati claimed the top spot with 8,100 points and an incredible 48 sailfish releases on Day 2 alone. Captained by Tony Carrizosa, Team Galati’s anglers—Sean Dooley, Carmine Galati, Thomas Garmany, Justin Healey, and Pat Healey—released a total of 81 sailfish to claim the top spot. Congratulations to the winners of the inaugural IGFA Open, and a heartfelt thanks to each and every participant! 𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬 🥇 First Place – Team Galati (8,100 points) 🥈 Second Place – Tarheel (7,000 points) 🥉 Third Place – Sea Base (6,900 points) 𝐓𝐨𝐩 𝐀𝐧𝐠𝐥𝐞𝐫𝐬 🥇 Poco Ocho – Jill Yates (3,200 points) 🥈 Pura Vida – JC Gonzalez (2,400 points) 🥉UNO MAS – Maria Smith (2,200 points) 🥇 Top Junior Angler: Catch 23 – Chris "Marlin" David (1,100 points) 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐂𝐚𝐭𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐬 🎣 Heaviest Dolphinfish: Carlos Perez – 53.3 lbs 🎣 Heaviest Yellowfin Tuna: Steve Kehoe – 128.5 lbs A huge thank you to Marina Pez Vela for being outstanding hosts and providing world-class facilities for this event. Their incredible team and hospitality helped make the inaugural IGFA Open a truly unforgettable tournament. Live scoring was powered by CatchStat, and we extend our gratitude to our Title Sponsor Viking Yacht Company and supporting sponsors AFTCO, Bluefin USA, CatchStat, Connected by Water, Costa, Diamond Fishing Products, Flor de Caña, Garmin, MOMOI Fishing, Spot Zero Water, and YETI for making this event possible. Stay tuned for more highlights from an unforgettable tournament! For a complete list of tournament results, visit igfaopen.catchstat.com/.

🚨 NEW TOURNAMENT ALERT! 🚨 We are proud to announce the launch of our newest tournament, the 2025 IGFA Open, which will take place from March 13-15, 2025, in Quepos, Costa Rica, at the world-renowned Marina Pez Vela. It will follow Costa Rica’s traditional release format, with anglers earning points for blue marlin, black marlin, striped marlin, and sailfish. Trophies will be awarded based on release points, as well as for the heaviest catches of yellowfin tuna, dolphinfish, and wahoo, ensuring a competitive yet fun experience for anglers of all skill levels. Registration is now open on CatchStat, sign up TODAY! ➡️ bit.ly/48J5Fmb

Day 3: #JJFISHWEEKAC The competition continues with a live broadcast on @CatchStat! The Slipside Butler Service Dinner will be held at the Frank S Farley State Marina at @goldennuggetac for teams & their guests. Learn more 🔗 ow.ly/kQq050OXsF8 #PlayACSports #AtlanticCity

Day 2: #JJFISHWEEKAC 🎣 The competition days begin today, with lines in at 7:30 A.M.! Guests can follow along with live broadcasting on @CatchStat to see what the 100 teams are reeling in. Learn more 🔗ow.ly/YPOX50OXroH #PlayACSports #AtlanticCity

Say hello to our 2023 registered teams as of Jan. 30th! We can not wait to welcome crew members & vessels from all over the coast to Point South Marina - Bay Point ⚓️ Interested in registering? Head over to our website and sign up on CatchStat today‼️ See you June 28th 👋🏼

It’s day one of the IGFA Light Tackle Invitational! 🙌🏼🎣 Good luck to all of the teams! Stay tuned for updates and check out the live scoring provided by our partners at @CatchStat 👉🏼 igfa.catchstat.com/Default/T….

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