IT'S SHOOTOUT TIME!!!!

IT'S NOT TOO LATE TO REGISTER YOUR BOAT, SO GRAB YOUR TEAM AND LET'S HEAD TO POC!

The SHOOTOUT is next week! We look forward to seeing y'all July 23 - 28th for The Biggest and Best in the West...THE LONE STAR SHOOTOUT!

We would like to thank and welcome back our loyal past participants for supporting the tournament with their early entries! We would also like to welcome new participants Cutter Bill, Jessi Sue, Mustang, See-Mah, and The Edge to the SHOOTOUT!

Entries are being accepted now thru the close of registration on Wednesday, July the 24th (1-4pm) but we encourage you to get us your entry ASAP as SLIPS ARE LIMITED. CLICK HERE to reserve your spot in the action TODAY!

EVERYONE is welcome to view the SHOOTOUT weigh in at the Port O'Connor Fishing Center weigh station on Saturday, July 27th from 4:00 - 6:00pm. Come out and see all the action, big boats and big fish!

Registration:

To secure your spot in the tournament, please visit our registration portal by clicking the online registration or download the form using the buttons below. Early registration is encouraged as slip space is limited.

THE 2024 LONE STAR SHOOTOUT COMMITTEE! Contact any of the following for any questions you might have!

Chairman & Dockage Coordinator: Jordan Butler 409-939-5524

Event Coordinator: Lisa Baker – 409-277-1015

Allan Legge – 281-455-0555

Dee Wallace – 361-815-1612

James Helm – 361-648-3536

John Bowen – 832-226-2881

Kevin Deerman – 409-789-2975

Richard Weischwill – 361-564-8236

Ryan Doxey – 281-455-9444

Troy Day – 979-285-5525

"Fishing provides that connection with the whole living world. It gives you the opportunity of being totally immersed, turning back into yourself in a good way. A form of meditation, some form of communion with levels of yourself that are deeper than the ordinary self."

-Ted Hughes

After a review of all applications, HBGFC is proud to announce that sixteen individuals have been granted an academic scholarship for the 2024/2025 school year.  

The Committee and Board of Director's reviewed the applications for evidence of general aptitude and ability in the area of study, the character of the candidate, and his or her previous academic accomplishments, among other criteria. We thank them for their hard work and dedication to the Club's mission and the higher education of Texas youth.

Your membership continues to make an impact, and the Club is proud to have donated over $400,000 in scholarships to local Texas students since 2005 thanks to the generosity of its members and donors!

*** Your membership matters! ***

Renew today! The Gulf fishing season is underway, and we are excited to see how our Club members do this year.

Membership Renewal:

We invite you to renew your membership for the upcoming year. By doing so, you'll continue to enjoy exclusive benefits, including:

• Access to members-only events and tournaments
• Subscription to our informative newsletters
• Membership gifts and discounts to InTheBite, Hilton's Realtime-Navigator, and the Home Accents Collection of Torogoz
• Networking opportunities with fellow fishing enthusiasts
• Rewarding volunteer opportunities

To renew your membership, simply complete one of the forms below. Your ongoing commitment ensures the success of our club and contributes to the growth of the big game fishing community in Houston and surrounding Gulf Coast.

Troy Day, Author

Although Beryl surprised a lot of us with its stronger than expected winds, it surprised me in another way altogether, it’s been a while since I’ve seen so many boats ride out a storm without anyone ever coming to prep ahead of it. That being said, here are a few things observations, as it’s been a while since we’ve had one bring those winds to the upper coast:

•  Everywhere possible, secure lines to pilings over cleats - saw multiple cleats broken off at base, not pulled out of dock like I’ve seen before

•  Pull outriggers when possible - I’ve seen Cat 1 storms not hurt them ‘rigger one, but this one snapped a handful - storing is challenging, we stowed in a dry stack barn and it worked out great

•  Not everyone adds double lines - throw a line or two on boats around you, it’s in your best interest too

•  High quality dock lines are strong but don’t stretch much, I liked the combination of those and 3-strand nylon, as they have a lot of stretch

As everyone knows, insurance has become a large issue in our industry, and throwing an extra line or 2 on a boat no one checked may not only keep your boat from getting hit by it, in the bigger picture, all these storm losses are only hurting us…….

2024 TEXAS DIVISION

Updated 7/11/2024

Top Private Boat - Points

DECARB, Owners Sam Moore, Matt Moore, & Doug Chamberlain - 9000

Walk West, Owner Riley Rhodes - 5500

Big Torch, Owner Steve Ferguson - 3000

Draggin' Up, Owners Chris & Erika Heule - 1300

Sarco, Owner Milton Greeson - 1200

Synchronicity, Owner Larry Matthews - 500

Top Outboard Boat - Points

Knot A Frayed, Owner Brian Shook - 1500

Top Male Angler - Points

Walker Rhodes - 2000

Weston Rhodes - 1500

Steve Ferguson - 1000

Justin Jones - 1000

Max Moore - 1000

Milton Greeson - 700

Carson Deer - 500

Riley Rhodes - 500

Cade Spencer - 500

Mason Jones - 500

Brian Shook - 500

Chris Heule - 500

Top Female Angler - Points

Emma Moore - 2000

Darlene Rhodes - 1000

Top Junior Angler - Points

Brady Moore - 2500

Top Captain - Points

Troy Day - 9000

Raleigh Morrison - 5500

Jeff Erwin - 3000

Kevin Deerman - 1300

Brad Smythe - 1200+

Anthony Lopez - 500

Top Mate - Points

Enio Morales - 7500

Shane Reynolds - 3000

Hunter Oglesby - 4000

Conner Golightly - 1300

Kymble Kincade - 1300

Cannon Chapman - 1200

Thomas Garcia - 500

Top Yellowfin Tuna - Weight

Mason Jones - 164.1

Weston Rhodes - 109

Top Wahoo - Weight

Brad Hildebrandt - 91.3

Swordfish (Boat Only) - Points

Let It Ride, Owner Jim Donnan - 2500

Synchronicity, Owner Larry Matthews - 250

2024 INTERNATIONAL DIVISION

Last updated: 7/11/2024

Top Private Boat - Points

Draggin' Up, Owners Chris & Erika Heule - 6500

C-Student (72), Owners Keeley & Denise Megarity - 3200

C-Student (66), Owners Keeley & Denise Megarity - 2700

Princess Lily, Owner Michael Samuels - 2300

Top Charter Boat - Points

Allure II, Owner Chris VanLeeuwen - 500

Top Male Angler - Points

Kirk Elliott - 3500

Kevin Deerman - 2000

Kymble Kinkade - 2000

Mike Samuels - 1400

Hunter Megarity - 1300

Conner Golightly - 500

Sam Rasberry - 500

Fletcher Megarity - 500

Joe Frazer - 200

Top Female Angler - Points

Ida Mikus - 800

Dawn Samuels - 800

Denise Megarity - 600

Nancy Frazer - 300

Shelby Callison - 300

Top Captain - Points

Kevin Deerman - 6500

Ken Blackman - 5900

Mike Hunter - 600

Jono Nicholas - 500

Top Mate - Points

Conner Golightly - 8000

Connor Riley - 5900

Mario Bacelis - 5900

Kymble Kinkade - 4500

Enio Morales - 500

Julio Morales - 500