39th Annual Jerry Hill Memorial Kids Fishing Tournament

Sat May 09 2026 at 07:00 am to 11:30 am UTC-04:00

Tom Bennett Park | Bradenton

Manatee Fish & Game Association
Publisher/HostManatee Fish & Game Association
39th Annual Jerry Hill Memorial Kids Fishing Tournament
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Enjoy the outdoors with your family as youcompete and fish together in this free fishing tournament!
About this Event

Cast your fishing line and compete with other anglers to see who can catch the biggest fish in this free kids fishing tournament!

The Jerry Hill Memorial Kids Fishing Tournament is a local Bradenton tradition encouraging children and their families to spend time together outdoors since 1987. The tournament is catch and release. Young anglers of ages 5-14 years old and, all skill levels and experiences are welcomed. Join us for a fun outdoor experience at Tom Benett Park.

Prizes awarded for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place in each age category. Fish will be measured from tip of nose to tip of tail.

Program appropriate for children between 5-14 years of age and their families. Registration is required. All participants must have a parent or guardian on site to participate. Bait will be provided for use during the tournament. Anglers must bring their own rods. Loaner rods are available upon request on a limited quantity.

For more information, please contact [email protected].



Interested in becoming a Volunteer?

Volunteers will help with parking, cooking and even recording and measuring fish catches as a judge. To become a volunteer for the event, please contact [email protected].


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Agenda

🕑: 07:00 AM - 08:00 AM
Check-In

Info: Register each child and fill waivers for the tournament.


🕑: 08:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Fishing Tournament

Info: Cast your line and record each catch with a judge!


🕑: 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
Lunch

Info: Fresh, hot and ready! Participants of the tournament will be provided with a hotdog lunch.


🕑: 10:45 AM - 11:30 AM
Awards

Info: Winners for each tournament category will be announced and prizes will be distributed.


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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Tom Bennett Park, 280 Kay Road, Bradenton, United States

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