23rd Annual Kingfish Shootout
June 20 @ 7:00 am - 6:00 pm
The 2026 Kingfish Shootout will be held on Saturday, June 20, 2026, at C-Quarters Marina in Carrabelle, FL.
Jimmie Crowder’s legacy lives on through his daughter, Lisa Crowder, who passed away from leukemia in 2002. In her memory, the Crowder family is committed to supporting initiatives that will revolutionize the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of all types of leukemia. In 2003, Jimmie Crowder established the annual Kingfish Shootout Fishing Tournament to raise funds for the Leukemia Research Foundation.
Since its inception, the Kingfish Shootout has made a significant impact, contributing nearly $1.6 million to the Leukemia Research Foundation. The 2025 Kingfish Shootout was another record-breaking event, raising an impressive $146,300 with the participation of 88 boats. We kindly request your continued support to ensure the success of this event in the future.
Tournament sponsorship and registration are available online at www.thekingfishshootout.com or by mail.
Online registration ends on Thursday, June 18th. You can still register in person on Friday at the Captains Meeting, doors will open at 5 p.m.
FAQs
All boats must check out and check in at the official check-in/check-out point located at C-Quarters Marina.
* Check-out is not allowed before 6:00 AM.
* All boats must start behind the official starting boat.
* The tournament begins once the flare is fired.
Tournament fish categories:
* Red Snapper
* Kingfish
* Spanish Mackerel
When is the last day to register?
Registration closes on Friday, June 19th at the Mandatory Captains Meeting.
* Doors open at 5:00 PM
* Captains Meeting begins at 6:30 PM
Youth Division:
Youth anglers can be registered at the Captains Meeting.
Youth Angler 16 & under $50 entry
Lady Angler Division:
Lady anglers can be registered at the Captains Meeting.
Will there be a Calcutta and Target?
Yes, both Calcutta and Target will be available at the Captains Meeting.
Calcutta Categories:
* Red Snapper * Kingfish * Spanish Mackerel * Red Grouper
Structure – 80/20
* Red Snapper Big Fish $100 entry; * Kingfish Big Fish $100 entry; * Spanish Mackerel Big Fish $50 entry; * Red Grouper Big Fish $100 entry
The winner receives 80% of the prize money, with the remaining 20% being donated to the Leukemia Research Foundation.
Target Categories:
* Red Snapper * Kingfish * Spanish Mackerel
Structure – Target (weight determined @ Captains meeting) 80/20
* King $100 entry; * Red Snapper $100 entry; * Spanish $50 entry
Do I need to attend the Captains Meeting?
Yes. It is mandatory that at least one representative from each team attends the Captains Meeting.
Where can I find official rules and updates?
Official rules, announcements, and any changes will be communicated during the Captains Meeting. Please make sure a team member is present.
Please reach out with any questions or concerns.
Kristy Crowder
kristy@jimmiecrowder.com
C-Quarters Marina
501 St. James Ave.
Carrabelle, 32322 + Google Map
(850) 697-8400
https://c-quartersmarina.com/events/23rd-annual-kingfish-shootout/