Casting for a Cause ✦ Fishing Classic
Reeling in Support for EmpowHERment
September 25-26, 2026 | Whiskey Joe’s in Port Richey
Friday, September 25th ✦ 6PM Captains’ Dinner & Event Kickoff
Saturday, September 26th ✦ 6AM – 3PM Tournament Fishing
Saturday, September 26th ✦ 4PM Awards Ceremony
Join anglers from across Florida for an action-packed inshore fishing competition that pairs serious fun with a powerful purpose. Casting for a Cause is a catch-photo-release event benefiting EmpowHERment, where teams or individuals compete for $5,500 in prizes, awards, and bragging rights — while giving back to the community!
Anglers Enrollment
Welcome to Casting for a Cause!
Casting for a Cause Fishing Classic is an inshore fishing competition designed for teams or individual competitors!
The entry fee is $400 for teams up to four (4) people or $100 for single entry for Kayaks, Waders and Dock Fishing, offering access to all tournament activities and the chance to make a meaningful impact in your community.
Teams or individual competitors will compete for over $5,500 in prizes while supporting a great cause.
Enroll today to reserve your spot!
1. Enroll To Compete!
Select your team of anglers or compete as an individual.
2. Register & Pay!
Click the button below to submit your information and complete payment.
3. Fish & Win!
Put your fishing skills to the test, compete in the competition, and win exciting prizes.
Casting for a Cause ✦ Fishing Classic
Our Cause: EmpowHERment
The impact of the Casting for a Cause Fishing Classic depends on the generous support of our sponsors. This year, under the inspiring theme “Reeling in Support for EmpowHERment” your partnership not only contributes to a memorable community event but also helps support women in our community through EmpowHerment.
Casting for a Cause ✦ Fishing Classic
Competition Details
Entry Fee: $400 Per Team or $100 Single Entry Kayaks, Waders and Dock Fishing
The entry fee is $400 per team of four (4) or $100 for single entry for Kayaks, Waders and Dock Fishing, which includes access to all tournament activities and the opportunity to make a positive impact in our local community.
September 25th: Mandatory Captains’ Dinner at Whiskey Joe’s
Casting for a Cause ✦ Fishing Classic
Captains’ Dinner & Event Kickoff
Friday, September 25, 2026 | 6PM at Whiskey Joe’s
Only one team member and all individual competitors are required to attend the Captain’s Dinner.
Competitors will receive official tournament rulers and other tournament gear at the Captain’s Dinner.
Contact the organizers immediately if someone cannot attend the dinner on Friday.
Saturday, September 26th: 6AM – 3PM Fishing Competition
Inshore Fishing Competition: Teams and individual competitors can leave from any location starting Saturday, September 26, 2026 from 6AM to 3PM.
Saturday, September 26th: Awards Reception at Whiskey’s Joe
Fish Submission Deadline: 3PM SHARP
Awards Reception: 4PM at Whiskey Joe’s
Categories: Redfish, Snook, Trout, Inshore Slam & Flaming Dumpster Slam
Redfish: Longest verified Redfish caught during tournament hours.
Snook: Longest verified Snook caught during tournament hours.
Trout: Longest verified Trout caught during tournament hours.
Inshore Slam: Catch one of each eligible species — Snook, Redfish & Trout — to qualify for the ultimate all-around angler challenge.
Flaming Dumpster Slam: Prize awarded for Largest Slam of Ladyfish, Lizardfish & Crevalle Jack.
Casting for a Cause ✦ Fishing Classic
Tournament Rules & Regulations
The following rules and regulations govern participation in the Casting for a Cause Fishing Classic. All anglers are responsible for reading and complying with these rules. Tournament officials reserve the right to interpret, modify, or enforce rules as necessary to ensure fairness, safety, and sportsmanship.
Tournament officials reserve the right to amend rules at any time. Any changes will be communicated during the Captains’ Dinner. The goal of Casting for a Cause is to promote conservation, fair competition, and community impact.
Thank you for fishing responsibly and supporting EmpowHERment.
1. Eligibility
- Open to all anglers with a valid Florida saltwater fishing license.
- Open to teams of up to four (4) people or individual competitors.
- All participants must be registered and have paid the entry fee prior to the start of the tournament.
2. Mandatory Captains Dinner & Kickoff Event: Friday 6PM at Whiskey Joe’s
- Only one team member and all individual competitors are required to attend the Captain’s Dinner on Friday, September 25th from 6-7PM.
- Competitors will receive official tournament rulers and other tournament gear at the Captain’s Dinner. Contact the organizers immediately if someone cannot attend the dinner on Friday.
- Official Bait Buckets will be issued to each team and individual competitor at the Kickoff event.
3. Permitted Species
- Target species: Snook, Redfish, Trout, Ladyfish, Lizardfish & Crevalle Jack.
- Each team or individual competitor may submit one fish per species for scoring.
4. Fishing Boundaries
- All fishing is designated inshore from the mouth of the Homosassa River to the mouth of Tampa Bay.
- No fishing beyond the marked boundaries (no offshore or federal waters).
5. Gear & Methods
- Artificial lures and live bait allowed.
- Rod and reel only; no nets for catching fish (except landing nets).
- No spearfishing or snagging.
- Cast nets may be used to catch bait prior to tournament.
6. Scoring
- Total length of fish submitted determines the winner
- Tie-breaker: earliest check-in time.
- Teams or individual competitors will compete for $5,500 in prizes, awards, and recognition.
- Scoring is based on the total length of eligible fish caught and measured by the nearest ¼ inch using the official tournament ruler.
7. Picture “Weigh-In”
- All catches must be submitted to official WhatsApp photo link.
- Use official tournament ruler in each photo.
- To authenticate photos, include official marker/mystery item in every submission.
- Nose of fish on zero of official ruler.
- Use rubber band provided to pinch tail of fish.
- Belly of fish toward angler.
- No hands in photos.
- Late submissions will not be accepted, no submissions after 3PM.
8. Sportsmanship
- All participants are expected to display good sportsmanship and abide by tournament rules.
- Any violation may result in disqualification.
9. Safety
- All anglers must wear life jackets while on the water.
- Teams and individual competitors are responsible for their own safety and must comply with all local boating and fishing regulations.
10. Disputes
- Any disputes or rule clarifications will be resolved by the tournament committee, whose decision is final.
11. Disqualification
- Improper photo submission.
- Fishing boundary violation.
- Zero tolerance for unethical, deceptive or fraudulent conduct.
- Late arrival to Awards Ceremony will be disqualified.
Awards Ceremony: Saturday, September 26, 2026 | 4PM at Whiskey Joe’s
- Cash Prizes Awarded for Slams including
- Top Overall Length: Redfish, Snook, & Trout
- Second Overall Length: Redfish, Snook, & Trout
- Third Overall Length: Redfish, Snook, & Trout
- Flaming Dumpster Slam: Largest Slam of Ladyfish, Lizardfish & Crevalle Jack
- Prizes for Length, Outside of Slam
- 1. Redfish
- 2. Snook
- 3. Trout