Martini's Fall Hook-A-Hoo Rodeo
A Wahoo Fishing Tournament Benefiting the Children of the Carolinas' Shriners' Hospitals
Southport and Wrightsville Beach, NC
November 2 -17, 2012
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For information on the 2012 Martini's Spring Hook-A-Hoo Rodeo, visit WWW.HOOKAHOORODEO.COM.
Welcome
It's about friends and community coming together to do something bigger than themselves. Coupled with the philanthropy of the Shriners' Organization, it's taking a proactive approach to improve the lives of children. Since its founding in 2008 by fishing buddies Jeff Martini and Ace Parker, the Martini's Hook-A-Hoo Rodeo has raised over $30,000 for the benefit of the Shriners' Hospitals. 100% of all net funds raised are donated to the Shriner's for their hospitals.
This year, with Jeff's and Ace's support, Joe Seegers brought a Fall tournament to North Carolina. In the same spirit as the original Spring tournament, fishermen gather for great food, camaraderie, and chase Wahoo. All while benefiting the children at the Shriners' Hospitals. Come join us for the fun!
Fishermen compete for cash prizes for the largest Wahoo, Tuna, and Dolphin by fishing one day over a sixteen-day window. We have two weigh-ins, Wrightsville Beach and Southport, NC, and boats can fish anywhere between the Swansboro Hole and the Georgetown Hole for a chance at $10,000.00 for the largest Wahoo. With three weekends and two weeks from which to pick a fishing day, there are no more excuses of the weather being too bad to fish or having to work. Also, unlike other tournaments, you keep your catch after weigh-in!
And, the best part of all...the children of the Shriners' Hospitals win, too!
2012 Fall Tournament Schedule
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Dates: |
November 2 - 17, 2012. Lines-in from 7:00AM to 3:00PM. |
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Captain's Meeting: |
October 27, 2012, at 6:00PM. Starling Marine Showroom, 2035 Eastwood Road, Wilmington, NC. |
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Weigh-in Locations: |
Wrightsville Beach Marina, Wrightsville Beach, NC, and South Harbour Village Marina, Southport, NC. Weigh-in open 3:00PM to 6:00PM. |
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Awards Ceremony: |
November 18, 2012, at 6:00PM. Southport, NC (location TBD). |
2011 Final Results
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Placement |
Boat | Captain | Weight |
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1st Place Wahoo |
Critter |
Chris Critz |
63.15 pounds |
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2nd Place Wahoo |
Reel McCoy |
Daniel Simmons |
46.05 pounds |
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3rd Place Wahoo |
Mitz-Chievous |
Jai Isear |
43.00 pounds |
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Largest Wahoo TWT |
Critter |
Chris Critz |
63.15 pounds |
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Largest Tuna TWT |
Reel McCoy |
Daniel Simmons |
17.00 pounds |
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Largest Dolphin TWT |
Box Office |
Joe Elphick |
3.40 pounds |
NEWS
The original Hook-A-Hoo Rodeo, out of North Myrtle Beach, will be April 20 - 29, 2012. Please come out and support Jeff and Ace in their continued pursuit of helping the children in the Shriner's hospitals.
We are busy working on this year's Fall Hook-A-Hoo. As I've said earlier, we are trying to make some additions to this year's tournament, one of which will be t-shirts for this year!
As we get things rolling, I'd like to say we are seeking some sponsors for this year. Our tournament is non-profit and all monies collected from entry fees go directly to tournament expenses, prizes, and the Shriners. Any company or organizations interested in helping this year, please send us an "Information Request" form located on this site. I've spoken with our trophy artist and he has informed me the sponsor of the trophies will have their company name and logo etched into the trophies. Additionally, your company name/logo can be included on the shirts.
Check back, we'll keep this site updated.
"Critter"
2011 Winner - First Annual Martini's Fall Hook-A-Hoo Rodeo
63.15 pounds
Keith Logan (L), Doug Straining (C), and Chris Critz (R)
Carrie Critz (Not Pictured / Photographer)
