Fishers of Men Classic

Monthly Bass Fishing Tournament • Fellowship • Friendly Competition
The Fishers of Men Classic is a monthly bass fishing fellowship designed to bring people together for great fishing, meaningful community, friendly competition, and time enjoying God's beautiful creation.
Whether you're an experienced tournament angler or simply enjoy spending time on the water, you're invited to join us. We fish on the third Saturday of every month, year-round.
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Tournament Waiver
Registration
Participants may register in one of three ways:
  • Boat Owner
  • Boat Owner with a Non-Boater (Team)
  • Boater Willing to Be Paired with a Non-Boate
Entry Fee
  • $10 per person
  • $20 per boat
  • 100% Payback
  • No club membership fees
Tournament Payouts
  •  1st Place – 65%
  •  2nd Place – 25%
  •  3rd Place – 10%
Tournament Schedule
  • Launch: 30 minutes before sunrise
  • Boats in the Water: Please arrive with your boat launched 45–60 minutes before tournament start time.
  • Weigh-In: 1:00 PM at the boat ramp
Each angler may weigh in their best five (5) bass.
Dead Fish Penalty: Any dead fish will result in a ½-pound deduction from the total weight. 
Boater & Non-Boater Pairings
Participants needing a partner will be paired by the Tournament Director/Event Coordinator on the morning of the event whenever possible.
 
All participants are required to sign a tournament waiver before fishing.

If you are a boat owner willing to take a non-boater, please text Kevin Schudel at 352-406-1616 at least three (3) days before each tournament so pairings can be arranged.
Safety & Equipment
Boat owners are responsible for providing a safe and legal fishing vessel, including:
  • U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jackets 
  • Working emergency kill switch
  • Required safety equipment
  • Eye protection
  • Appropriate rain gear when needed
     
Artificial lures only. Live bait is not permitted. 

Our Mission

Fishers of Men Classic exists to provide a welcoming, Christ-centered fishing experience that:
- Builds lasting friendships
- Encourages sportsmanship
- Creates opportunities for fellowship
- Enjoys God's beautiful outdoors
-Shares faith through testimony and encouragement

Event Day Schedule

Registration & Check-In
Entry Fee Payment and Waiver Submission
Partner Pairings (if needed)
Boats in the Water (45–60 minutes before launch)
Opening Prayer & Brief Devotion
Tournament Fishing
1:00 PM Weigh-In
Lunch (Provided)
Tournament Results & Cash Payouts

Tournament Waiver

Tournament Waiver
Completed waivers should be emailed to:
 
Tournament Directors:
Kevin Schudel
Cell: 352-406-1616
Email: kschudel@buyit2.com

Brian Curry
Cell: 352-459-4181