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The 2026 GOFC Sheepshead Shootout will be
held on Saturday, February 28th!
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Register at:
What is it?
Each spring, sheepshead congregate on offshore reefs and other structures to spawn. The Sheepshead Shootout is one of the club's most popular and lively tournaments. In addition to the individual prizes, there will be prizes for the boats with the best catch, so having a large crew on board will be an advantage. Since the sheepshead tend to congregate in the same spots year after year, it's not uncommon to have several member boats fishing in close quarters. This often leads to lots of "friendly" advice and encouragements being shouted over the water. It's a great time and one not to miss.
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The tournament is free and open to all club members in good standing. All individuals participating in the tournament do so at their own risk and must have a current waiver of liability on file with GOFC. All participants must register for the tournament using the link above no later than 7:30 pm the night before the tournament.
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When is it?
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Date: Saturday, February 28th, 2026
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Weigh in: 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm at Slaughterhouse Seafood (formerly Robinson's Seafood) at 6991 State Road 24 in Cedar Key
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Weather Date: Sunday, February 29th
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The Tournament Director and committee will monitor the marine weather forecast and make the go/no-go decision the evening before the before the tournament. The decision will be announced via email no later than 7:00 pm that night. Individual captains must also monitor the forecasts and make their own determination regarding their vessel's sea worthiness given the expected conditions.
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Anyone who registers for the tournament but ends up either not going out or decides to skip the weigh-in is asked to notify the Tournament Director, John Patrick (352) 464-0825 so we can be sure that everyone makes it back to shore safely.
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The weigh in location and time will be announced shortly. Anglers must be standing in line to have their fish weighed by the deadline to be eligible. The cut-off time will be strictly enforced, so please don't wait until the last minute to start heading in.
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Members are encouraged to stick around for fellowship after having their fish weighed.
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Where is it?
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SlaughterHouse Seafood Restaurant and Fish Market
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(Formerly Robinson's Seafood)
6991 State Road 24
Cedar Key, FL 32625
352-543-5051
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Tournament Details
Tournament Director: John Patrick (352) 464-0825
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Heaviest Aggregate weight for three (3) Sheepshead
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$50 for 1st Sheepshead weighed in on or over 7.50 lbs. Can be combined with 1st Place Sheepshead money total payout can be $150.
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$50 for smallest legal Sheepshead.
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Sheepshead entered in the Largest Fish category may not be entered in the Aggregate category as well. Plan your strategy before weigh in.
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Anglers can win only one prize in Largest and Aggregate categories.
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Time of entry will determine a tie.
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Plaques will be available for anyone who prefers them. You must relay your choice to John Byatt. He will take name and weight of sheepshead.
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Plaques will be awarded for 1st and second place only in largest fish and Aggregate.
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The above prizes are for adult participants only.
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Youth anglers will be awarded $50 and $25 gift certificates for the first and second largest Sheepshead entered by youth.
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All entries must be caught on rod and reel only and be caught by the person entering the fish.
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There will be no changes during or after the weigh-in!
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Weigh-in will be from 4:00 to 5:00 only.
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Interpretation of the tournament rules shall be at the sole discretion of the Tournament Director.
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