46th Annual Pelican Yacht Club
Invitational Billfish Tournament
January 5 - 10, 2026
JOIN ONE OF THE LEGENDARY COMPETITIONS ON THE TREASURE COAST
1120 Seaway Drive, Fort Pierce, FL 34949 | Hutchinson Island
TOURNAMENT DATES: Monday, Jan. 5th – Saturday, Jan. 10th, 2026
FISHING: Begins on Tuesday, January 6th with boats choosing 3 out of 5 days to fish.
The tournament will begin with a Captain’s meeting on the 5th of January and will culminate with a Seafood Extravaganza on the 10th of January followed by the awards presentation.
The Pelican Yacht Club looks forward to hosting our Captains, Crews, Anglers and Sponsors with libations and palate pleasing dishes prepared by our Executive Chef, Jason Miranda.
The Pelican Yacht Club website has more information about the tournament (www.pelicanyachtclub.com). For information concerning boat registration or sponsorship please email billfish2026@pelicanyachtclub.com.
It’s time for some REEL Fishin’
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Sponsor's Welcome
Because of our sponsors, the PYC Invitational Billfish Tournament has experienced great success over the past 45 years. Without you, we could never be the premiere fishing event for the Treasure Coast.
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Captains, Anglers & Crew
Captains, anglers, and crew have gathered at the Pelican Yacht Club for over 40 years to enjoy the camaraderie, fishing, libations, and food! Starting each morning with breakfast in our lovely dining room and finishing up at the Awards Banquet with a gastronomical extravaganza, a good time is had by all!
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BILLFISH TOURNAMENT 2025
We had another great tournament last year. With amazing teams, dinner event and competition. Learn more about last year's teams and sponsors.
Tournament Committee & Staff
Tournament Committee & Staff
Tournament Committee
Dani Beckford | Tournament Chair
Todd Chandler
Kyle Kauffmann
Jim Alexiou
Brandon Berry, Legacy Media - Social Media, Photography
Contact Us: billfish2026@pelicanyachtclub.com.
Yacht Club Staff
Jim Alexiou | General Manager
Jason Miranda | Executive Chef
Todd Chandler | Dockmaster
JoHelen Byers | Event Coordinator
Soledad Chandler | F&B Manager
Katie Bachman | Membership Coordinator
Neal Bateman | Maintenance Manager
Your Dock Staff: Makenna Harris, Makayla Harris, Zane Moody, Kevin Pederson, Jared Ledlow, Jordan Johnson