In Memory of Walter “Brute” Gregory, Sr.
Hosted by and benefiting the charitable works of EHT Elks Lodge #2563 & Somers Point American Veterans Post 911
158 anglers tried their luck this past Saturday in the 26th Brutus Fluke Tournament. 36 fish were weighed in from 1.78 lb. (17 in) to 4.84 lb. (22.75 in).
The winners of the adult division were:
1st Keith Antell on “Pearson’s Pursuit” 4.84 lb. – 22.75 inches
2nd Bob Rode on “Poppa John” 4.58 lb. – 22.75 inches
The winner of the junior category (14 years & under) was:
Gunner Elbertson (Past Junior winner in 2019) whose fish was 3.49 lb. – 21.25 inches.
This category began in 2015 in an effort to get our youngsters involved this wonderful character-building sport. The Junior division had 15 Anglers this year.
Perch (Total weight of 3)
The 2024 winner was Dave Weeks of Tuckahoe fame, with a Total of 2.08 lb. Dave won $100 for his efforts.
Striper
The 2024 striper winner was Brian Urban from the “Crab Reaper” with a 5.21 lb. – 25.5 inch beauty.
This year’s 4.84 lb. fluke winner was a lower-mid range fish compared to the fish caught over the 26-year history of the tournament. (Smallest 3.16 lb Mike Miller in 2003 to the 12.05 lb. giant caught by Bill Weeks in 2007)
This Years contest was a great time. Big turn out even with the hot weather.
All profits go to the good works of the EHT Elks 2563 Lodge and Somers Point AmVet POST 911.
