SCHOOL’S OUT AND THE FISH ARE BITING: GEARING UP FOR LEG TWO OF FLORIDA’S PREMIER MEATFISH SERIES
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
MAY 2025
CELEBRATING 30 YEARS OF THE MERCURY/SEAVEE SALTWATER SLAM – JUNE 12-15, 2025
School’s out and the fish are biting! The Mercury/SeaVee Pompano Beach Saltwater Slam from June 12 – 15 hits at just the right time for families to round up the kids and enjoy a weekend of summertime fishing in a family-oriented South Florida fishing tournament.
With an estimated purse of over $200,000, signature prize categories that include big fish payouts in excess of $15,000, a semi-pro division with payouts to five places, a small boat division for boats 26 feet or smaller, and a mid-range division for boats 27–32 feet, there are over 65 ways to win at the Slam. You might get lucky like newcomer team Maxed Out, who landed one big fish and walked away with nearly $19,000, or Hank the Buffalo, who earned close to $15,000 for the second heaviest fish. Add with the best parties in town, and it’s no wonder the Slam has been a must-attend tournament every summer for 30 years!
The action kicks off Thursday, June 12th, with the official Captain’s Meeting at the Emma Lou Olson Civic Center in Pompano Beach. Join us for a night to connect with fellow competitors, sponsors, and vendors over complimentary cocktails, dinner compliments of local favorite Bonefish Mac’s, and a lively silent auction featuring epic raffle giveaways.
Then it’s game time on Saturday, June 14th, as teams check in at The Cove Waterfront Restaurant and Tiki Bar in Deerfield Beach or Sailfish Marina Resort in West Palm Beach.
The weekend wraps up in style with a celebratory Awards Brunch on Sunday, June 15th, back at the Emma Lou Olson Civic Center, where champions are crowned and stories from the scales are shared over hearty meals and memories.
TOURNAMENT ENTRY TIPS: GENERAL ENTRY CATEGORY INFORMATION
The team divisions in the Saltwater Slam present two unique avenues for competition. Teams can elect to compete in either the BIG BAG or BIG FISH division. Teams in the BIG BAG division compete against each other for the heaviest aggregate bag, paying out the top eight teams in the category. Teams in the BIG FISH division compete against each other for the heaviest single fish, paying out the top three teams in the category.
Additionally, all other general entry divisions, including Small Boat, Mid-Range, Semi-Pro, Angler, Family, Kids, and Species divisions, are open to all participating teams. See the rules for details.
TOURNAMENT ENTRY TIPS: OPTIONAL ENTRY CATEGORY INFORMATION
Over $20,000 on the line in Kay Dee Dubya Jackpot – win big or grow the pot! Catch a weighable Dolphin, Wahoo, and Kingfish, and you’ll have the chance to line your pockets with some extra cash! If no one lands the KDW trio, the prize rolls over to the next PBSC tournament! Entry fee: $200 per boat. See the rules for details.
TOURNAMENT ENTRY TIPS: REGISTRATION
Registration is open for the Mercury/SeaVee Pompano Beach Saltwater Slam. Teams can lock in the early entry rate of $475 per boat now through May 29, 2025. After that, entry fees jump to $575, so don’t wait to claim your spot in the lineup. Please note that all entry fees are non-refundable.
Teams can register online at fish.bluewatermovements.com, by mail to Bluewater Movements, Inc., PO Box 50114, Lighthouse Point, FL 33074, or in person at the Kickoff Party. Mail-in entries must be postmarked by the early entry deadline. At Kickoff events, accepted payment methods include cash, Visa, Mastercard, and American Express (a 3% convenience fee applies to credit card transactions). All tournament and calcutta payments must be finalized by the close of the Kickoff Party.
Visit fish.bluewatermovements.com to register and get tournament-ready.
SALTWATER SLAM 2025 SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
Kick-Off Party/Captain’s Meeting
Date: Thursday, June 12th, 2025
Time: 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Location: Emma Lou Olson Civic Center
Competition Day
Date: Saturday, June 14th, 2025
Lines In: 7:00 AM
Lines Out: 4:00 PM
Check-in Deadline: 6:00 PM
Locations: The Cove Waterfront Restaurant and Tiki Bar or Sailfish Marina Resort
Awards Ceremony
Date: Sunday, June 15th, 2025
Time: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Location: Emma Lou Olson Civic Center
PARTNERING FOR A PURPOSE: MISSION FISHIN’
Fish Bluewater is proud to team up with Mission Fishin’, a remarkable nonprofit dedicated to creating unforgettable moments on the water for children with special needs, foster families, and others facing life’s toughest challenges. By uniting the local fishing community, including anglers, captains, businesses, and organizations, Mission Fishin’ turns a day on the ocean into a life-changing experience for families who need it most.
Learn more about their mission and how you can get involved at missionfishin.org.
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 FISHBLUEWATER
Based in the heart of South Florida, the sportfishing capital of the world, Fish Bluewater is a premier sports marketing company with over three decades of expertise. For 30 years, we’ve been at the forefront of the competitive fishing scene, developing some of the most successful tournaments in the industry. Our deep-rooted knowledge of tournament fishing, paired with cutting-edge event marketing strategies, has allowed us to deliver unparalleled experiences for both anglers and sponsors alike.
With a portfolio of seven highly sought-after tournaments, each hosted at iconic venues across South Florida, Fish Bluewater continues to set the standard in competitive sportfishing events.
For media inquiries, images, and additional information, please contact:
Chris Caravello
Phone: 954-725-4010
Email: Chris@bluewatermovements.com
