$80,000 KDW Jackpot Up For Grabs In The 29th Annual Saltwater Slam
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
May 2024
Gearing Up For The Mercury/SeaVee Pompano Beach Saltwater Slam: Leg 2 of South Florida’s Most Popular Meatfish Series
Pompano Beach, FL – The South Florida angling community is abuzz with excitement as they gear up for The Mercury/SeaVee Pompano Beach Saltwater Slam, a family-friendly event that fosters a sense of camaraderie and competition. From June 13-16th, families and seasoned anglers alike will come together to enjoy the thrill of summer fishing in sunny South Florida and the chance to win big.
Signature prize categories for the Saltwater Slam include Big Fish payouts in excess of $18,000, a Semi-Pro category paying out $5,000 across the top five places in the division, Mid-Range and Small Boat Divisions with over $4,000 in cash dispersed between the top three teams for each category, along with amazing prizes from Tuppen’s Marine & Tackle awarded to the top Family and Gifts from Bass Pro Shops handed out to the competitors in the Junior and Pee-Wee Angler Divisions.
For more information about the Pompano Beach Saltwater Slam, visit saltwaterslam.com
Saltwater Slam Brand Sponsor Promotions
Bloody Battery GET BLOODY Grand Prize Drawing
Win an entry into the Saltwater Slam! For a limited time, take advantage of a special offer from Bloody Battery. Customers who purchase any product from Bloody Battery’s online store using the promo code SLAM will receive a 15% discount and be entered for the chance to win a free entry into the Saltwater Slam!
To participate in this promotion and enter the giveaway, simply visit Bloody Battery’s online store at bloodybattery.com and make a purchase using the promo code SLAM.
The winner will be announced on June 5, 2024.
Load Up on Tournament Day Subs From Jersey Mikes
Jersey Mike’s Subs is offering a 50% discount on your food order for tournament day. Here’s how to redeem: pre-order at the kickoff party, use promo code BLUEWATER2024 on the app, or visit Pompano Beach or Deerfield Beach locations with the code. Valid only on Thursday and Friday before the tournament. Enjoy the savings as you gear up for competition!
Saltwater Slam Important Details and Information
Registration Information
Registration for The Pompano Beach Saltwater Slam is open! Take advantage of the early entry fee of $475 per boat. After the early entry deadline, the general entry fee will rise to $575 per boat. Please note that both early and general entry fees are non-refundable. Be sure to mark your calendars with the following early entry deadline: May 29, 2024
Secure your spot by making tournament registration payments online at fish.bluewatermovements.com, by mail to Bluewater Movements, Inc. at PO Box 50114, Lighthouse Point, FL 33074, or at the Kickoff Parties. For payments by mail, checks must be postmarked by the early registration deadlines. At kickoff parties, only cash, Visa, Mastercard, and American Express are accepted. All registration and calcutta payments must be completed by the close of the kickoff party.
To register for the Pompano Beach Saltwater Slam online, visit fish.bluewatermovements.com
General Entry Category Announcements
Introducing a fresh twist to our summer series: the Team Division presents two unique avenues for competition. Teams can choose between the Big Bag or Big Fish Divisions, each offering a distinct challenge. In the Big Bag Division, teams vie for victory based on aggregate weight, while the Big Fish Division adds $9,000 to the general prize structure and focuses on landing the heaviest individual catch.
Recently, in the Saltwater Shootout Team Ability cashed in on $13,474 due in large part to winnings from the new Big Fish Division.
Additionally, all other general entry divisions—including Mid-Range (open to boats 27-32 feet), Small Boat (open to boats 26 feet and under), Semi-Pro, Angler, Family, Kids, Species, and Show Me the Mahi Divisions—are open to all participating teams.
Optional Entry Category Announcements
Heading into leg two of the series, The Kay Dee Dubya Jackpot is poised to exceed $82,000, while the Pick 3 Jackpot is anticipated to surpass $71,000.
The Kay Dee Dubya challenge presents an opportunity to snag some extra cash by landing a weighable Dolphin, Wahoo, and Kingfish during the tournament. Should no team achieve this feat, the prize money will roll over to the subsequent leg of the PBSC, steadily accumulating until a team claims the pelagic jackpot by presenting the heaviest KDW trio at the scales. The entry fee for this thrilling challenge is set at $200 per boat. For full details, consult the official rules.
In The Pick 3 challenge, three out of the five eligible species will be randomly drawn before the start of fishing. These three species will become the targets for the Pick 3 category for the day. If there’s no winner, the prize pool will carry over to the next PBSC tournament, restarting the process. Secure your chance at victory with an entry fee of $200 per boat. Review the rules for complete details.
Schedule of Events
Kick-Off Party:
Date: Thursday, June 13th
Time: 6:00-10:00 pm
Details: Free Teach & Reach Kids Clinic 6:00 – 8:00 pm; Spaces are limited; RSVP by calling 954-725-4010.
Location: Pompano Beach Civic Center, 1801 NE 6th Street, Pompano Beach, FL 33060
Competition Day:
Date: Saturday, June 15th
Time: Lines in at 7:00 am, Lines out at 4:00 pm
Check-in Deadline: 6:00 pm at Hillsboro Inlet, Boca Inlet or Sailfish Marina
Weigh-in: Main Weigh-in Fueled by Landshark Lager from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm at The Cove Waterfront Restaurant and Tiki Bar, 1754 SE 3rd CT, Deerfield Beach, FL 33441
Satellite Weigh-in: 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm at Sailfish Marina, 98 Lake Drive, Palm Beach Shores, FL 33404
Awards Ceremony:
Date: Sunday, June 16th
Time: 2:00-5:00 pm
Location: Pompano Beach Civic Center, 1801 NE 6th Street, Pompano Beach, FL 33060
For more information about the Saltwater Slam schedule and event locations, visit saltwaterslam.com.
About The Pompano Beach Saltwater Circuit
If you like fishing for Dolphin, Wahoo, Kingfish, Tuna and Cobia, then you will love the format of the Pompano Beach Saltwater Circuit. The PBSC is a 3-leg tournament that takes place annually in South Florida from May to August. Leg 1 of the series begins in May with the Saltwater Shootout, followed by the Saltwater Slam in June and the Saltwater Showdown in August. In addition to a $600,000 purse, teams that register for the tournaments will enjoy premier hospitality including free drinks, great food, live entertainment, tournament shirts and a team bag loaded with sponsor swag! It’s no wonder why the PBSC has become one of the most popular series on the east coast.
About Bluewater Movements
Bluewater Movements, Inc., is a sports marketing company based in South Florida, the sport fishing capital of the world. Throughout the past 30 years, our team has developed some of the most successful competitive fishing events in the industry. Our background in tournament fishing, coupled with our expertise in event marketing, has enabled a premium experience for tournament anglers and sponsors. Within our portfolio, there are seven wildly popular fishing tournaments, all hosted at various venues across South Florida.
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Chris Caravello
Phone: 954-725-4010
Email: Chris@bluewatermovements.com
