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
166 anglers tried their luck this past Saturday in the 25th Brutus Fluke Tournament. 48 fish were weighed in from 1.65 lb (17 in) to 6.07 lb (25 in).
The winners of the adult division were:
1st– Tina Sims on “MAZEL TOG” 6.07 lb. – 25.0 inches
2nd– Nick Giglio on “E-FISH-N-SEA” 5.26 lb. – 24.5 inches
The winner of the junior category (14 years & under) was: AJ Davis (The grandson of “Deep Water Steve’s Marina” Fame) whose fish was 4.05 lb. – 22 inches.
This category began in 2015 in an effort to get our youngsters involved this wonderful character building sport. The Junior division had 12 Anglers this year.
Bluefish
The 2023 bluefish winner was Tom Quarry with a 2.06 lb fish. Three of our 166 anglers picked up a bluefish this year.
Striper
The 2023 striper winner was Tim Fitzick from the “PIP” with an 8.16 lb – 28.5 inch beauty. Second place in this category was our youngest Junior Angler Cody Gregory with a 7.84 pounder.
This year’s 6.07 lb fluke winner was a mid range fish compared to the fish caught over the 25 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 our best tournament ever. Biggest turn out, most fish weighed in, and first time both auxiliary categories had entrees.
All funds collected will go to the good works of the EHT Elks 2563 Lodge and Somers Point Amvet POST 911.
