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Deadline: Apr 17, 2026 5:00 pm (GMT-04:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada)
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2026 CCBA Annual Fishing Tournament
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Date: Apr 24, 2026 6:00 pm - Apr 26, 2026 3:00 pm (EDT)
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5300 S Cherokee Way, Homosassa, Florida 34448-4423, United States

About the event

2026 CCBA Annual Fishing Tournament 2026 CCBA TOURNAMENT RULES 1. Anglers not required to check-out in person; Check-out is honor system. No Lines in the water until 6am on Saturday, April 25th. Tournament ends Sunday, April 26th at 3pm. 2. Fish eligible for weigh in must be of legal, Florida Saltwater Fishing regulations and local fishing regulations apply and will be strictly enforced. It is the angler's responsibility to abide by Florida bag limits. Slam Stringer: Redfish, Trout, Snook (total combined weight, 1 each). 3. Eligible fish must be weighed in between 3pm and 4pm on Saturday, or 2pm to 3pm on Sunday. 4. In the case of a jam up at the weigh in station - we will issue you a tag at the dock or in parking lot at MacRae's/The Shed. You/Your boat MUST be visually confirmed by committee person no later than 3pm on Sunday to receive tag. No exceptions! 5. Scales will be set up at MacRae's/The Shed under tent and will have the official tournament banner and weigh in board displayed. 6. NO ONE is allowed in the weigh in station except tournament officials and the angler weighing in the eligible fish. 7. All eligible fish determined by weight first and in case of tie, by time of weighed in. In the category of redfish most spots, a tie will be determined by time weighed in. 8. IGFA (International Game Fish Association) rules apply for all World Record competition. 9. All fish must be caught during tournament hours and within the boundaries of the Levy/Dixie County line (north) and the Hernando/Pasco County Line (south) and must be within the waters of the Gulf of Mexico and its Tributaries. 10. All fish from the shore, dock or the boat(s) they have registered. 11. Anglers must fish from the shore, dock or the boast(s) 12. Weather: RAIN OR SHINE, all anglers fish at their own discretion and accept full responsibility for their crew and boat. 13. Fishing either day or partial day will constitute a tournament. Refunds or rollovers of entries, for cancellations received after March 31, 2026, are subject to approval by the committe on a case-by-case basis. Any cancellation or postponement of event, by the committee, will result in automatic refunds or rollover to next event, angler preference. 14. Cash prizes are based on 150 paid boat entries. Entries will be capped at 200 boats 15. Awards will be presented at MacRae's of Homosassa on April 26 at 4pm once final weights have been dtermined, potests/complaints and winning fish necropsies have been completed and reviewed. 16. No Angler shall win more than one place award per category. 17. Angler must present CCBA entry number AND choose category for fish PRIOR TO entering weigh-station. 18. All winners may be subject to a polygraph test. The committee may conduct polygraph on any qualified entry (species). 19. Fraud complaints/protests must be submitted in writing, by a registered tournament angler, eligible for prize money, with a $300 CASH bond to the tournament committee no later than time that final weights are posted on the official weigh in board on sunday, April 26, 2026. If a fraud complaint is received with bond, prize for that slot will be withheld and polygraph scheduled for earliest possible date/time. If offense is confirmed, bond will be returned to complainant and prize will be issued to next eligible to the original winner. 20. All captains and anglers registered to the CBA Annual Family Fishing Tournament must abide by current FWC Rules. Captain accepts full responsibility for the conduct and safety of any participant on their vessel and holds CCBA and MacRae's of Homosassa and any of their affiliated sponsors, employees, officers and directors, and volunteers harmless from any liability and all losses costsm damages, and/or expenses. All participants also agree to allow CCBA to use their name and likeness in any Sponsorship or Promotional Materials. 21. ANY AND ALL updates and/or changes to the tournament due to the inclement weather or emergency circumstances will be posted on the CCBA Family Fishing Tournament Facebook page. 22. 2026 Tournament rules are final and subject to change at the discretion of the CCBA Fishing Tournament Committee. 23. All weighed fish will be returned to anglers upon request, at the end of the awards presentation.
Citrus County Chamber of Commerce
Citrus County Chamber of Commerce
Contact Organizer
Citrus County Chamber of Commerce
Citrus County Chamber of Commerce
Contact Organizer

About the application

Show your support for the 31st Annual Family Fishing Tournament by becoming one our beloved sponsors. All sponsor forms must be returned no later than the specified date to guarantee the ROI. One-site merchandise display space is limited so PLEASE inform our office asap if you like to reserve a display area. Every sponsors receive social media promotion. Gold Sponsors ($1,000) get the following benefits: Logo on T-shirts (back) Logo on Event Banners Website Recognition Goodie Bucket Recognition Logo on Event Posters Recognition in Print Ads Logo on Entry Forms (5000) Onsite Display (pending space available) 1 FREE Boat Entry Silver ($750) Logo on T-shirts (back) Name on Event Banners Website Recognition Goodie Bucket Recognition Logo on Event Posters 1 Free Boat Entry Bronze ($500) Name on Event Banners Website Recognition Goodie Bucket Recognition 1 FREE Boat Entry Each Sponsorship level gets a total of 3 shirts. (2w/boat entry +1w/sponsorship) 2026 Prize & Goodie Bucket Sponsors Prize Sponsor $50 - Perfect for businesses looking to get their name out on a budget! Your business will be listed on the tournament page at www.CCBuildingAlliance.com. If you provide business cards, they will be included with the items purchased using your sponsorship. Sign Sponsor $50 - Get your business seen! Your sign (provided by you, max size 18"x24") will be placed at the entrance to MacRae's under the CCBA Fishing Tournament Banner and/or at the weigh-in station. Your business will also be listed by our tournament webpage. Prize & Goodie Bucket Sponsor $100 - Your contribution will go toward purchasing giveaway prizes and goodies handed out at the Captain's Meeting on April 24, 2026. Recognition will be given during and after the event, and your business cards (if provided) will be attached to individual prizes or placed inside the goodie buckets.

Terms & Conditions

2026 CCBA ANNUAL FAMILY FISHING TOURNAMENT Participant Waiver, Release of Liability, & Hold Harmless Agreement Presented by the Citrus County Building Alliance (CCBA) and the Citrus County Chamber of Commerce Location: MacRae’s of Homosassa • Date: April 24-26, 2026 ________________________________________ 1. ASSUMPTION OF RISK I, the undersigned, acknowledge that participation in the CCBA Annual Family Fishing Tournament involves inherent risks, including but not limited to injury, illness, property damage, or death. I certify that I am medically able, physically fit, and properly trained to participate in this tournament. I understand that boating and fishing activities may involve tests of a person’s physical and mental limits and that risks may include, but are not limited to, those caused by weather, water conditions, tides, marine life, equipment failure, vessel operation, and the actions or omissions of other captains, anglers, volunteers, and event staff. I accept full responsibility for my safety and well-being during all tournament-related activities. ________________________________________ 2. RELEASE AND WAIVER OF LIABILITY In consideration of being permitted to participate in this tournament, I hereby, for myself, my executors, administrators, heirs, next of kin, successors, and assigns: (A) WAIVE, RELEASE, AND DISCHARGE the following entities and persons from any and all liability, including liability arising from negligence, for my death, disability, personal injury, property damage, property theft, or actions of any kind that may occur during this event, including travel to and from tournament activities: • Citrus County Building Alliance (CCBA) • Citrus County Chamber of Commerce • Aaron A. Weaver, Chapter 776, Military Order of the Purple Heart • Boys & Girls Clubs of Citrus and Marion Counties • MacRae’s of Homosassa and all of their affiliated sponsors, employees, officers, directors, volunteers, representatives, agents, and assigns. (B) INDEMNIFY, HOLD HARMLESS, AND PROMISE NOT TO SUE the entities or persons listed above for any and all claims or liabilities arising out of my participation in the tournament, whether caused by negligence or otherwise. 3. CAPTAIN & VESSEL RESPONSIBILITY Captains accept full responsibility for the conduct and safety of any and all participants on their vessel. Captains agree to abide by amended IGFA Rules as stated for this tournament. All anglers and participants on the vessel operate under the captain’s authority and at their own risk.________________________________________ 4. HOLD HARMLESS AGREEMENT The undersigned agrees that no claim in tort or other law will be made against the CCBA, the Citrus County Chamber of Commerce, MacRae’s of Homosassa, or any associated organization or individual for any act or omission—intentional or negligent—occurring before, during, or after the tournament. The undersigned further agrees to indemnify and hold harmless all aforementioned entities and persons from any act committed by themselves or their guests that may cause harm or damage to another person or property. ________________________________________ 5. MEDICAL CONSENT & MEDIA RELEASE I consent to receive medical treatment deemed advisable in the event of an injury, accident, or illness during this event. I understand that photographs, videos, or other recordings may be taken throughout the tournament. I grant permission for the CCBA and the Citrus County Chamber of Commerce to use my name, likeness, and any images of me for sponsorship, promotional, or archival purposes. ________________________________________ 6. GOVERNING LAW AND ACKNOWLEDGMENT This Waiver and Release shall be interpreted broadly and enforced to the maximum extent permissible under Florida law. I CERTIFY THAT I HAVE READ THIS DOCUMENT AND FULLY UNDERSTAND ITS CONTENT. I UNDERSTAND THAT THIS IS A RELEASE OF LIABILITY AND A CONTRACT IN WHICH I AM GIVING UP SUBSTANTIAL RIGHTS, AND I SIGN IT FREELY AND VOLUNTARILY. ________________________________________ Participant Information Name (Print): _________________________________________________________________ Signature: ___________________________________________________________________ Date: ________________________________________________________________________

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2026 Fishing Waiver.pdf

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Business information

  • Business name
  • Legal business name
  • Contact name
  • Address
  • Email
  • Phone
  • Website (Optional)
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Additional information

  • Your sponsorship boat entry includes THREE tech shirts. Tech shirt sizes are first come, first serve. Please list out sizes needed.
  • Angler Names (NOT including Captain)
  • Boat Name & FL Vessel #
  • Emergency Name & Contact # ON THE BOAT
  • Please print, sign and upload the terms & conditions and disclaimer form. MUST BE HAND SIGNATURE!
  • By signing your name, you agree to our terms & conditions and disclaimer. Signature required.
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